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53-55 Columbia St

53-55 Columbia St, Portsmouth, NH 03801

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  • Built in 1920
  • 12 units/3 stories

About 53-55 Columbia St Portsmouth, NH 03801

At 53-55 Columbia St in Portsmouth, experience stylish living. These apartments are located in Portsmouth on Columbia St. in the 03801 area. Here at this community, the team of leasing professionals is excited to help you find your perfect apartment. Come by to view the available floorplans. Stop by 53-55 Columbia St today.

53-55 Columbia St is an apartment community located in Rockingham County and the 03801 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Portsmouth School District attendance zone.

Location
53-55 Columbia St, Portsmouth,
NH 03801
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Under 30 minutes

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City - Portsmouth

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.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Downtown Portsmouth Portsmouth, NH
Studio $1,897 $1,928
1 Bedroom $2,530 $2,313
2 Bedrooms $3,434 $2,492
3 Bedrooms $3,784 $2,815

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 563 Sq Ft $1,650 $2,380 $3,095
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 715 Sq Ft $1,850 $2,892 $3,850
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 921 Sq Ft $2,700 $3,653 $4,800
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1725 Sq Ft $3,200 $4,467 $6,200
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 2837 Sq Ft $6,000 $6,750 $7,500
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
University of New Hampshire
Drive: 24 min 11.8 mi
Northern Essex Comm. Coll.
Drive: 38 min 27.7 mi
Merrimack College
Drive: 52 min 39.6 mi
University of New England
Drive: 53 min 40.3 mi
53-55 Columbia St is within 24 minutes or 11.8 miles from University of New Hampshire. It is also near Northern Essex Comm. Coll. and University of New England.
Schools
Little Harbour School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
346 Students
Attendance Zone
Eliot Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
307 Students
Nearby
Portsmouth Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
499 Students
Attendance Zone
Portsmouth High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,032 Students
Attendance Zone
Childrens House Montessori School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
45 Students
Nearby
St Patrick School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
224 Students
Nearby
Kittery Academy
Private High School
Grades 9-12
5 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

53-55 Columbia St is near Portsmouth International at Pease, located 3.7 miles or 9 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Durham
Drive: 22 min 11.5 mi
Dover
Drive: 20 min 11.6 mi
Exeter
Drive: 26 min 15.3 mi
Wells
Drive: 30 min 22.2 mi
Newburyport
Drive: 33 min 23.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Portsmouth International at Pease
 Drive: 9 min 3.7 mi

Walkability Near 53-55 Columbia St Portsmouth, NH 03801

Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 53-55 Columbia St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Plaza 800
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Malt House Exchange
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Gallager''s Place
Walk: 6 min 0.4 mi
53-55 Columbia St has 3 shopping centers within 0.4 mile, which is about a 6-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Blue Ocean Society for Marine Conservation
 Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Strawbery Banke Museum
 Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Shoals Marine Laboratory
 Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
John Paul Jones State Historic Site
 Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Urban Forestry Center
 Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
53-55 Columbia St has 5 parks within 2.3 miles, including Blue Ocean Society for Marine Conservation, Strawbery Banke Museum, and Shoals Marine Laboratory.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Portsmouth Regional Hospital
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
York Hospital
Drive: 18 min 10.8 mi
53-55 Columbia St is 1.2 miles from Portsmouth Regional Hospital, and is convenient to other hospitals, including York Hospital.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard
Drive: 9 min 2.6 mi
Pease Air Force Base
Drive: 13 min 5.5 mi
Fort Pickering
Drive: 64 min 45.6 mi
53-55 Columbia St has 3 military bases within 45.6 miles, the nearest is Portsmouth Naval Shipyard which is 2.6 miles away and a 9 minute drive.
 
 
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Does 53-55 Columbia St have in-unit laundry?

53-55 Columbia St does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at 53-55 Columbia St?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at 53-55 Columbia St?

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Is 53-55 Columbia St pet-friendly?

53-55 Columbia St does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

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53-55 Columbia St is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

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