Property Details
Basic Information
- Property Type: Single Family
- Property Style: Cape
- MLS Number: 5083673
- List Price: $1,250,000
- Lot Description: Landscaped, Level, Abuts Conservation
- Date Listed: 04/15/2026
- Virtual Tour: Virtual Tour
- Description: Skip the parking battle- your beach days begin with a 3-minute stroll from your front door at 32 Porpoise Drive in Rye. Grab your morning coffee and be at the shoreline in minutes, with Wallis Sands State Beach just a short walk away. This year-round coastal home has been thoughtfully renovated from top to bottom, offering a true turnkey experience. The updates are extensive and include a completely new kitchen (with wine/coffee bar) and baths, new flooring and lighting throughout, and full upgrades to the electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. Additional improvements include many new windows, interior paint, chimney removal, generator and propane installation, and added heating and cooling to the second floor- bringing comfort and efficiency to every inch of the home. Upstairs, you'll find two bedrooms along with a convenient half bath, creating a cozy and functional layout perfect for coastal living. Tucked away on a dead-end street and abutting state-owned land, this property offers rare privacy, expansion possibilities and a peaceful setting. Enjoy an outdoor shower and your ideal retreat after a day at the beach! Outside, enjoy beautifully updated landscaping and a charming Reeds Ferry she shed, perfect for storing beach gear or creating your own relaxing escape. Located in one of the Seacoast's most sought-after neighborhoods, this home offers the ultimate blend of convenience, privacy, and lifestyle. Sold furnished upon request (with some exclusions), it's ready for you to start enjoying summer in Rye from day one!
Building
- Acreage: 0.18
- Square Feet: 1,058
- Year Built: 1980
- Zoning: GRES
- Stories: 1.5
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Building Construction: Wood Frame, Clapboard Exterior
- Foundation: Concrete
Location
- County: Rockingham
- Subdivision: Fair Hill Estates
- Town: Rye
Finance
- Taxes: $7,293
Interior Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 Baths: 1
Basement
- Basement: Concrete Floor, Crawl Space, Basement Stairs
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Color: Blue
Utilities and Appliances
Utilities and Appliances
- Utilities: Propane
- Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Community
Schools
- Elementary School: Rye Elementary School
- High School: Portsmouth High School
Amenities
- Amenities: Portable Generator
- Other Amenities: Basement
Other Details
Water
- Water: Public