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Property Description
Rare offering in the heart of Rye's historic district. This timeless antique colonial offers space, privacy, and a setting that's hard to find. This backyard is a standout, perfect for entertaining, outdoor games or peaceful mornings. It is set on an impressive 1.73-acres surrounded by natural beauty, conservation land on one side, the town field on the other, and over 222-acres of the Rye Town Forrest just beyond, offering a lifestyle rooted in nature and community. The home offers four bedrooms, including a primary en-suite, 6 wood-burning fireplaces, beautiful wide pine floors, and the ease of second-floor laundry. Recent updates include new roofs on both the main house and sunroom, which also features new skylights. With the public library and middle school across the street, and vibrant downtown Portsmouth's fine dining and boutique shopping only minutes away, this location perfectly balances quiet seacoast living with everyday convenience. Enjoy Rye's pristine beaches just moments away where sunrise or sunset strolls can become a daily routine. Whether it's surfing, swimming, or getting lost in a book with your toes in the sand, the coast becomes an extension of home. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a truly special place your own.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 520 Washington Rd
General
- Sold For: $1,567,000
- Taxes: $10,145 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: PrimeMLS
- MLS ID: 5042111
- Added to Site: 285 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Flooring: Carpet, Softwood, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1: Bathroom Three Quarter, 6'7" x 12'10", Level 2
- Bathroom 2: Bathroom Full, 6'2" x 5'4", Level 2
- Bathroom 3: Bathroom Three Quarter, 13'4" x 13'1", Level 2
- Bathroom 4: Bathroom Half, 5'7" x 8'11", Level 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Suite: 15'5" x 14'3", Level 2
- Bedroom 1: 17'10" x 12'10", Level 2
- Bedroom 2: 15'5" x 12'4", Level 2
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 18'6" x 11'10", Level 1
- Dining Room: Dining Room, 18'4" x 13'8", Level 1
- Den: Den, 17'7" x 12', Level 1
- Library: Library, 17'7 x 19', Level 1
- Sun Room/Solarium: 22'1" x 13'9", Level 1
- Other Room 1: 22'1" x 14', Level 3
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Barn, Deck, Garden Space, Natural Shade, Window Screens, Double Pane Window(s)
Location
- County: Rockingham
- Driving Directions: From Rte 1 in Rye/Crossing at Washington Road, Head East on Wahington Road. At intersection of Central Road and Washington, continue straight on Washington. Property will be on your right, diagonally across from Rye Junior High. GPS: 520 Washington Road, Rye NH 03870
School Information
- School District: Rye
- Elementary School: Rye Elementary School
- Middle School: Rye Junior High School
- High School: Portsmouth High School
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Mini Split
- Heating Type: Oil, Wood, Hot Water, Multi Zone, Wood Stove, Mini Split
Utilities
- Sewer: 500 Gallon, Leach Field, Existing Leach Field, Private, Septic
Structural Information
- Construction Status: Existing
- Basement Entrance: Interior
- Basement Desc.: Basement Stairs, Bulkhead, Concrete, Crawlspace, Exterior Access, Interior Access, Interior Stairs, Partial, Sump Pump, Unfinished
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles, Membrane, Metal
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 3,504
- Finished Total: 3,504 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,504 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1757
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.73
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 75,359
- Frontage: Yes Road Frontage
- Frontage Feet: 165
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Paved
- Zoning: RES
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $482.88
- Tax Amount: $10,145.69
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Documents Avail.: Deed, Plot Plan, Property Disclosure, Tax Map
- Surveyed: Yes
- Block: 202
Listed by Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty, Lizzie A Ferris
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Schools
Schools serving 520 Washington Rd
School District:Rye School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Rye Junior High School 501 Washington Road, Rye, NH 03870 | 5-8 | 0.1 mi |
Rye Elementary School 461 Sagamore Road, Rye, NH 03870 | K-4 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 520 Washington Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/29/2025
Sold
$1,567,000
-7.39%
MLS
7/25/2025
Price Reduced
$1,692,000
-5.26%
MLS
7/08/2025
Price Reduced
$1,786,000
-5.5%
MLS
5/21/2025
Listed
$1,890,000
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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.
520 Washington Road, Rye, NH 03870 (MLS# 5042111) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,567,000 on October 29, 2025. Want to learn more about 520 Washington Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Rye? You can browse all Rye real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


