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Property Description
Located in the heart of Portsmouth's beloved South End, the James T. Fields House offers a rare opportunity to own a charming 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse-style condominium that seamlessly blends historic character with comfortable city living. Rich in history, the home began as a single-family residence dating to 1749 and was divided into a two-family home in the 1770s. Over the years, it was home to notable residents, including James T. Fields, renowned editor of The Atlantic Monthly, for whom the property is named. Just moments from Prescott Park, Strawbery Banke, downtown Portsmouth, the waterfront, walking trails, playgrounds, public boat launch, dog park, tennis and pickleball courts, restaurants, boutiques, galleries, and theaters, this exceptional location offers the very best of South End living. The most recent renovation, completed in the 1980s, thoughtfully preserved many original architectural details, including wide pine floors, exposed beams, gunstock corners, plaster walls, and a Rumford fireplace (non working). Warm and inviting living spaces feature a picturesque window and a distinctive corner door leading to a charming shared garden with an arbor-covered patio and separate seating area, an ideal outdoor retreat in the city. Designed for flexibility and comfort, the home offers a bedroom and bath on both the second and third floors, along with in-unit laundry. While there is no deeded off-street parking, ample on street parking is available. Set within a small two-unit association with no monthly fee, this special property is surrounded by quality antique homes and enjoys a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere just moments from everything downtown Portsmouth has to offer.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 85 Gates St #B
General
- Sold For: $735,000
- Taxes: $11,530 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Condo
- Source: PrimeMLS
- MLS ID: 5094435
- Added to Site: 48 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: 1 Fireplace
- Fireplace: Yes
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Stove, Natural Gas Water Heater
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom: 20'5 x 13'2, Level 3
- Bedroom 1: 11'5 x 17'1, Level 2
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 17'6 x 14'7, Level 1
- Kitchen: Kitchen, 8'2 x 12', Level 1
- Dining Room: Dining Room, 10' x 5'3, Level 1
- Den: Den, 11'10 x 11'10, Level 1
Exterior
- Color: Green
Parking
- Parking: On Street
Location
- County: Rockingham
- Condo Project Name: Fields House Condominium
- Driving Directions: GPS friendly. From Downtown take Pleasant St. towards Newcastle.Left at Hancock, bear right onto Gates. 85 Gates is on left side before Marcy St. On street parking available.
School Information
- School District: Portsmouth School District
- Elementary School: Little Harbor School
- Middle School: Portsmouth Middle School
- High School: Portsmouth High School
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Oil
Utilities
- Sewer: Public
Structural Information
- Construction Status: Existing
- Basement Entrance: Walkout
- Basement Desc.: Bulkhead, Unfinished
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 1,386
- Finished Total: 1,386 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,386 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1750
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 2
Lot Features
- Frontage: Yes Road Frontage
- Frontage Feet: 45
- Driveway/Sidewalk: None
- Zoning: GRB
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $559.16
- Other Fee: Fee 1: $399
- Other Fee Type: Fee 1 Includes: Condo Association Fee
- Other Fee Freq.: Fee 1 Frequency: Quarterly
- Tax Amount: $11,530
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Surveyed: Yes
- Block: 94
- Lot Number: B
Listed by The Aland Realty Group, Liz Levey-Pruyn
Sold by Duston Leddy Real Estate, Carrie. Barron
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Schools
Schools serving 85 Gates St #B
School District:Portsmouth School District, Portsmouth, NH
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Little Harbour School 50 Clough Drive, Portsmouth, NH 03801 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 85 Gates St #B
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/24/2026
Sold
$735,000
-5.16%
MLS
6/12/2026
Listed
$775,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
85 Gates Street #B, Portsmouth, NH 03801 (MLS# 5094435) is a Condo property that was sold at $735,000 on July 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 85 Gates Street #B? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Portsmouth? You can browse all Portsmouth real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

