12 Union Street, Exeter, NH 03833
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SOLD
JUL 31, 2026
Listed by Nick Ponte, Carey Giampa, LLC/Portsmouth, (603) 431-1100 . Bought with KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty

12 Union Street
Exeter, NH 03833

  • 3 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,200 sqft (on 0.42 acres)

$1,050,000

Last Sold: Jul 31, 2026
6% below list $1.12M
$477/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $6,709/mo*
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$1,050,000

Last Sold: Jul 31, 2026
6% below list $1.12M
$477/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $6,709/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,200 sqft
(on 0.42 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1870
Lot Size
0.42 acres
Living Area
2,200 sqft
Price/Sqft
$477/sqft
Parking
Garage
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Nick Ponte
Carey Giampa, LLC/Portsmouth, (603) 431-1100
Jim Giampa
Carey Giampa, LLC/Rye, (603) 964-7000
Bought with: Jeffrey Levine, KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty, (603) 610-8500
Source: PrimeMLS, MLS#5092051

About this House

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.
12 Union Street, Exeter, NH 03833 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,200 sqft single-family home built in 1870. It last sold for $1,050,000 on Jul 31, 2026 (6% below the $1,120,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,081,100, with a rent estimate of $4,333/month.

Home Details for 12 Union Street

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Bulkhead,Concrete Floor,Interior Stairs,Storage Space,Exterior Entry,Basement Stairs,Interior EntryNumber of Rooms: 8
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2200 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Exhaust FanDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: BaseboardNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: GasHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl Plank
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl Plank
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Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s), Battery Smoke Detector

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleFencing: PartialExterior: Deck, Garden, Natural ShadeFoundation: StoneGarden
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Paved,Driveway,Garage,Off Street,Parking Spaces 1 - 10,Attached
Frontage
Road Frontage: TBD, PublicRoad Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2200 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1870
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Wood FrameNot a New Construction

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,120,000Price Per Sqft: $477/sqft

Location

Direction & Address
City: Exeter
School Information
Elementary School: Lincoln Street ElementaryElementary School District: ExeterJr High / Middle School: Cooperative Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: ExeterHigh School: Exeter High SchoolHigh School District: Exeter

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 4428 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.42 acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 5092051Attribution Contact: Cell: 603-918-7593Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2200Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area: 912Below Grade Unfinished Area Source: Public RecordsBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet

Price History for 12 Union Street

DatePriceEventSource
07/31/2026$1,050,000Sold
PrimeMLS #5092051
06/01/2026$1,120,000Listed For SalePrimeMLS #5092051
05/25/1999$205,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Exeter

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$10,594
Assessment$595,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 12 Union Street

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
19 Union Street, Exeter, NH
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
10/03/25
4
4
3,410
6 Gill Street, Exeter, NH
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
01/15/26
4
4.5
3,500
9 School Street, Exeter, NH
0.03
Single-Family Home
$569,000
01/15/26
3
2
1,916
25 Carroll Street, Exeter, NH
0.37
Single-Family Home
$955,000
05/14/26
4
2.5
2,418
14 Winslow Drive, Exeter, NH
0.58
Single-Family Home
$770,000
04/08/26
3
2.5
1,923
14 Harvard Street, Exeter, NH
0.25
Single-Family Home
$595,000
07/01/26
3
2
1,516
36 Washington Street, Exeter, NH
0.45
Single-Family Home
$625,000
06/18/26
3
2
1,604

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What Locals Say about Exeter

At least 92 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 64 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 58 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 37 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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    "There are not very many dog friendly areas in the Exeter area. I often only see dogs walking in residential neighborhoods as they are not welcome in public spaces."
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  • Kimberlee.knott
    "My commute is pretty easy. I tend take back roads to avoid tolls, of if in a hurry I am located close to main highways. "
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  • Lindsayjoe19
    "the neighborhood consists mostly of small shared lawns, and multifamily homes. territorial dogs will be barking constantly. "
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  • Laurennuse
    "Very easy close to town, beautiful quaint and neighborly down town. Safe area, lots of nice diverse restaurants "
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  • Amanda A.
    "It would be great if the town was more dog friendly. More parks for dogs. Instead we have a police department post on Facebook that dogs aren’t allowed in a park they have been allowed in for over 10 years, and even has a poop stand."
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  • Sierra L.
    "Exeter has several events and festivals through all seasons. We have ufo festival, many historic events, along with a wonderful farmers market that occurs weekly. "
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  • Margaret J.
    "Exeter is a beautiful area and has many things to offer a tourist. It also has bus service, which is convenient. I love walking around the area and I like the fact that on most of the streets they have polls so that you can clean up and dispose of your pets mess. "
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  • Jackie S.
    "it is loved by many- does not have too much diversity, so many of the rich town's in the jr. high and high school that go to this school consist of teens who are biased , judgemental and make fun of anyone who is not preppy rich or super athletic . otherwise it is an okay town, close to the beach , (which is absolutely freezing in the water, however absolutely beautiful). you're within driving distance to fields/farms, 30 min from mountains, and close to historic cities. very great rec and school sports/pride. I'm moving south because I just can't do the winters here anymore, it's only warm for a few months and we spend too much time cooped up inside. but my last straw was the cost if living , it has gone through the roof for everything, mostly rentals . compared to the rate of pay and being a small business owner on a street 2 minutes from the Atlantic Ocean, business just wasn't working out. there is definitely a lot of people who adore the seacoast, but mostly those are people who were born here (I was too, but there aren't many opportunities for my generation )"
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  • Dawn E.
    "My neighborhood is a quiet tree lines street with space between the house and each backyard is very private facing woods. The commute to downtown is two miles away on a two lane road."
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  • Ganderoo
    "Over 55 Park Very quiet and nice people. Slow speed limit. Wild turkeys everywhere Exeter is one of the most historic towns in NH"
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  • Claruska
    "My neighbors are all wonderful, and the neighborhood gets better every year. New development, businesses, and people maintaining their homes make it a great place to live. Busy, yet still calm and inviting."
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  • Ganderoo
    "Very quiet area over 55 park in a very expensive area to live in southern New Hampshire. Very wooded and near a river."
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  • Ganderoo
    "Very quiet and people are helpful and friendly. We have been here for 4 months. In this area , rents and housing are very, very high priced. This mobile is a no brainer on a fixed income. "
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  • Allison A. P.
    "Live here. Exeter Hospital is within walking distance, there is public transportation available within walking distance. Town Hall, Library, Park, Shopping within walking distance, close to major routes, Boston within 1 hour drive."
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  • Lisa
    "After living in Stratham NH for 7 years, we moved to Exeter, NH and have been here for over 10 years now. We have a little bit of everything... a beautiful downtown, train station, shopping, hotels, our own hospital, a nice park on the river, close to the highway and beaches. What more could you ask for?"
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