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PORTSMOUTH, NH 03801

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Rockingham County
Seller's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 03801

Atlantic Heights (Atlantic Hts) · Bersum Gardens · Christian Shore (Islington Creek) · Colonial Pines (Colonial Pines Estates) · Downtown · Elwyn Park (Woodlands) · Frank Jones (Frank Jones) · Gosling Meadows · Haymarket Square · Hillcrest (Lafayette) · Little Harbor · Maple Haven · Meadowbrook · North Mill Pond · Ocean Road (Ocean Rd. Neighborhood) · Osprey Landing (Seacrest Village) · Portsmouth Plains (The Plains) · Sagamore Village (Sagamore) · Sherburne (Sherberne) · South End (S. End) · Strawberry Banke (Strawberry Bank) · The Creek (The Creek Area) · Tuckers Cove (Tucker's Cove) · Wibird

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The PORTSMOUTH, NH real estate market (03801) currently shows 109 active listings, with 39 pending sales. Homes are averaging 48 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 24 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 48 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 17.6% year-over-year, from $1,005,000 to $828,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 23,102  ·  Density: 375.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $100,839

Typical home value: $602,978  ·  Homeownership: 53.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
109
⇩ 18% vs 133 last year
Pending
39
36% pending ratio
Median Price
$828,000
⇩ 17.6% vs $1,005,000 last year
Average Price
$1,253,980
⇩ 4.3% vs $1,310,448 last year
Days on Market
48
⇩ 14.3% vs 56 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$669
⇧ 1.2% vs $661/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,380 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 109 this year vs 133 last year
  • Days on market: 48 now vs 56 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $828,000 (-17.6% YoY)
  • Average: $1,253,980 (-4.3% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 13.3 miles — 314 listings ($381,735,479 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
03801Portsmouth, NH 038010.0 mi98$114,806,118$826,000$1,171,491
03854New Castle, NH 038544.3 mi3$6,074,250$2,024,750$2,024,750
03870Rye, NH 038704.6 mi28$47,301,576$980,000$1,689,342
03905Kittery Point, ME 039056.1 mi6$7,121,880$1,280,000$1,186,980
03824Durham, NH 038246.5 mi4$2,076,000$519,000$519,000
03862North Hampton, NH 038626.6 mi14$22,572,298$649,000$1,612,307
03856Newfields, NH 038568.5 mi6$6,524,700$1,199,925$1,087,450
03909York, ME 039099.1 mi46$74,724,102$970,000$1,624,437
03823Madbury, NH 038239.8 mi2$1,850,000$925,000$925,000
03861Lee, NH 0386110.7 mi6$4,149,900$695,000$691,650
03833Exeter, NH 0383311.5 mi78$79,054,404$824,975$1,013,518
03878Somersworth, NH 0387813.1 mi14$6,925,184$462,475$494,656
03902Cape Neddick, ME 0390213.3 mi9$8,555,067$798,000$950,563

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PORTSMOUTH, NH 03801?

As of March 2026, there are 109 active listings in PORTSMOUTH, NH (zip code 03801), compared to 133 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PORTSMOUTH, NH 03801?

The median listing price in PORTSMOUTH, NH 03801 is $828,000 as of March 2026, a 17.6% decrease from $1,005,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in PORTSMOUTH, NH?

Homes in PORTSMOUTH, NH 03801 spend an average of 48 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 56 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PORTSMOUTH, NH 03801?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, PORTSMOUTH, NH 03801 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 24 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 48 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in PORTSMOUTH, NH?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PORTSMOUTH, NH 03801 save an estimated $16,560 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $828,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.