600 Portland Street, Rochester, NH 03867

$699,900 Asking Price

4 beds
5 baths
4,087  sqft
Built in 1901

Discover the perfect blend of classic New England charm and modern convenience in this beautifully renovated home in the heart of Rochester on 1.1 acres. Cleared and level with a fantastic backyard retreat featuring fruit trees, ample garden space, and a cozy chicken coop—ideal for those who love the outdoors and sustainable living. In a location within 5 minutes of the Spaulding Turnpike, the Ridge Mall and the supermarkets. Also, The Chamberlain School is around the corner and is a desireable plus. The home's interior seamlessly blends historic character with contemporary updates, ensuring comfort and style throughout. A unique highlight is the converted barn, now a fully functional and permitted ADU. This is perfect situated to offset your taxes with a monthly rental income. The main house includes an efficient heating system with natural gas. Completely renovated kitchen with granite countertop and SS appliances. Convenient 1st floor laundry with 1/2 bath and large pantry. Full attic offers room for expansion if desired. Plus a bonus room with separate entrance off the kitchen. ADU includes granite countertop, SS appliances, minisplit for heat and A/C. Large workshop, 1st floor laundry and large hall closet for storage. Central vac. Cathedral ceiling and beams and lots of natural light. This home is truly a rare find, offering both a peaceful lifestyle and incredible versatility. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to own a piece of New England charm!


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Central Vacuum,Ceiling Fan,In-Law/Accessory Dwelling,Laundry Hook-ups,Laundry - 1st Floor,Laundry - Basement,Attic - Walkup
Appliances:
Dishwasher,Dishwasher - Energy Star,Disposal,Dryer - Energy Star,Range Hood,Microwave,Range - Electric,Refrigerator-Energy Star,Washer - Energy Star,Water Heater - Electric,Water Heater–Natural Gas,Water Heater - On Demand,Water Heater - Tank,Dryer - Gas,Exhaust Fan,Vented Exhaust Fan
Basement:
Concrete Floor,Daylight,Full,Stairs - Interior,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Interior Access,Exterior Access
Flooring:
Combination,Laminate,Softwood,Tile,Wood
A/C:
Mini Split
Heating:
Baseboard,Hot Water,Mini Split, Electric,Gas - Natural

Exterior

General:
Barn,Deck,Garden Space,Other,Porch - Covered,Porch - Screened,Poultry Coop
Parking:
Driveway,Paved

Construction

Roofing:
Metal
General:
3, Brick,Stone

Location

Road/Access:
Paved,Public
School District:
Rochester
County:
NH-Strafford

Lot

Driveway:
Paved
Zoning:
R1
Current Use:
None

Utilities

Utilities:
Cable - Available,Gas - On-Site
Sewer:
Public

Financial

Exclusions:
iron gate in dog yard in workshop:metal locker, upright freezer wall mounted coat rack in ADU-ceiling lamp in stairwell, clock on bracket

This listing courtesy of:
Assets Realty Group, Carolyn Cossette

About Rochester, NH

Housing

Number of Units
14,946
Median Home Value
$186,312
Median Rent
$891

34.21% of housing units are renter occupied.

5.01% are vacant.

Commute

Car
74.88%
Public Transportation
1.55%
Walk to Work
0.64%
Work from Home
21.63%
Other
0.93%

The median travel time to work is 23 minutes.

People

Population
33,331
Median Age
43.00
Median Household Size
2.54

Education

High School
36.87%
Associate’s Degree
12.52%
Bachelor’s Degree
15.35%
Graduate Degree
5.21%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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