229 Miller Ave Unit 1
Portsmouth, NH 03801
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Bedrooms
1
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Bathrooms
1
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Square Feet
1,050 sq ft
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Available
Available Sep 1
Highlights
- Walk-In Closets
- Hardwood Floors
- Fireplace
- Smoke Free
- Waterfront
- Deck
About This Home
Welcome to the Charles Leighton house! Originally built in 1879 for the town grocer Charles Leighton and his family, this mansion underwent a multi-year renovation to bring the house back to the beauty of its early years. This Queen Anne Victorian is in the highly desirable Little Harbor neighborhood and is just a 12 minute walk to Market Square and all of the wonderful shops and restaurants that downtown Portsmouth has to offer! Rent includes trash, water/sewer, and snow removal. Tenant pays all other utilities. Walking distance to Market Square, Prescott Park, The Music Hall, library, Strawberry Banke, dozens of restaurants and the waterfront area. No pets, no smoking. Minimum credit score of 685. Call Elizabeth to schedule a showing.
This stunning, spacious, executive level 1 BR apartment first floor apartment is loaded with authentic Victorian era period details and historic charm from its 11-foot ceilings to its numerous elegant architectural features combined with numerous desirable features for modern living. The large eat-in kitchen features a large island, Brazilian Quartzite countertops with glass subway tile backsplash, 42" tall custom cabinets, crown molding, 7' windows with Roman shades, high-end stainless steel appliances, and a pantry for additional storage. The sizable living room with its large picture window is perfect for entertaining. Intricate crown moldings and red birch hardwood floors with decorative mahogany trim in the living room and bedroom add to the luxuriance of the space as do the antique light fixtures and the bedroom's 6' ceiling fan and original decorative fireplace with marble mantelpiece. The bathroom, reminiscent of a high-end spa, has a custom shower, vanity and linen taller, granite countertops, porcelain tile, and contemporary fixtures. Other features include a laundry area with washer/dryer, high efficiency central air, window treatments, electronic key pads to enter the apartment and the building, programmable thermostats, etc., PLUS a private off street parking space for two cars parking in tandem, a private entrance, porch and mudroom. To top it off, the apartment also comes with its own 250 sq ft storage unit in the basement! Must be seen to be believed! Rent is $3700/month but discounted to $3550 if paid before the 1st of the month it is due.
229 Miller Ave is an apartment community located in Rockingham County and the 03801 ZIP Code.
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
Island Kitchen
Granite Countertops
Microwave
Indoor Features
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Fireplace
- Framed Mirrors
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Breakfast Nook
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Tile Floors
- High Ceilings
- Mud Room
- Crown Molding
- Walk-In Closets
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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Surface Lot--
Details
Utilities Included
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Water
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Trash Removal
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Sewer
Lease Options
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12 Months
Property Information
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Built in 1879
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4 units
Contact
- Phone Number
- Contact
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, combines historic architecture with coastal New England living. This seaport community of approximately 22,000 residents features a walkable downtown showcasing preserved Colonial and Federal-style buildings. The rental market reflects Portsmouth's appeal, with average monthly rents ranging from $1,868 for studios to $2,585 for three-bedroom homes, showing a steady annual increase of 2.45%. The Downtown district features restored brick Federalist buildings with apartment communities, while the waterfront area near Prescott Park offers Piscataqua River views. The West End neighborhood provides a mix of historic and contemporary rental options with convenient access to downtown amenities.
Portsmouth's maritime heritage remains evident throughout the city, anchored by the Strawbery Banke Museum, where preserved historic homes tell four centuries of American history.
Learn more about living in Portsmouth| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 27 min | 12.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 40 min | 27.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 55 min | 39.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 53 min | 40.3 mi |
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Fireplace
- Framed Mirrors
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Breakfast Nook
- Hardwood Floors
- Tile Floors
- High Ceilings
- Mud Room
- Crown Molding
- Walk-In Closets
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
- Storage Space
- Waterfront
- Deck
- Garden
229 Miller Ave Unit 1 Photos
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11 Ft ceilings throughout
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Lincoln Avenue side of the house
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Huge Bedroom
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Original marble fireplace
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Large picture window in LR
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