Property Details
Basic Information
- Property Type: Single Family
- Property Style: Colonial
- MLS Number: 5092051
- List Price: $1,120,000
- Lot Description: Landscaped, Level, Sidewalks, In Town, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Near Public Transportatn, Near Hospital, Near School(s)
- Date Listed: 06/01/2026
- Description: Welcome to the Cyrus Morse House (c. 1870), a classic New Englander nestled on a tree-lined street just steps from vibrant downtown Exeter. This historic gem sits on an oversized lot boasting a rare, park-like arboretum nurtured over the last quarter-century. The enchanting grounds feature exceptional specimen plantings, including a massive Maple, Hemlocks, Japanese Maples, a Stewartia tree, and a brilliant Blue Spruce, creating a private downtown oasis. Inside, the home showcases nineteenth-century craftsmanship with high ceilings, generous room proportions, and a rare architectural feature: two graceful, curved interior walls. Original light fixtures and authentic push-button switches preserve the home's historic soul, while its enduring durability is anchored by a substantial stone foundation and an attic structure supported by massive, hand-hewn, bark-covered timber beams. Steeped in local lore, the property was once home to Exeter's oldest living citizen, William Langley, and later to Harvard graduate Adele Holevas, a beloved Phillips Exeter Academy music teacher who taught piano in the front living room. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of authentic Exeter heritage and enjoy the timeless ambiance of a true neighborhood landmark.
Building
- Acreage: 0.42
- Square Feet: 2,200
- Year Built: 1870
- Zoning: R-2
- Stories: 2
- Roof: Shingle
- Building Construction: Wood Frame
- Foundation: Stone
Location
- County: Rockingham
- Town: Exeter
Finance
- Taxes: $11,172
Interior Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full Baths: 1
- 3/4 Baths: 2
Basement
- Basement: Bulkhead, Concrete Floor, Interior Stairs, Storage Space, Exterior Access, Basement Stairs
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Color: white
Utilities and Appliances
Utilities and Appliances
- Utilities: Cable Available
- Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Exhaust Fan
Community
Schools
- Elementary School: Lincoln Street Elementary
- High School: Exeter High School
Amenities
- Amenities: Irrigation System, Smoke Detector, Battery Smoke Detector, Gas Stove
- Other Amenities: Basement
Other Details
Water
- Water: Public