20 Fairhill Avenue, Rye, NH 03870
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SOLD
JAN 16, 2026
Listed by James Russ, Red Post Realty, (603) 760-7436 . Bought with A Non PrimeMLS Office

$1,475,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,398 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

20 Fairhill Avenue, Rye, NH 03870

Est. Refi. Payment $9,377/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 16, 2026 for $1,425,000 (14% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.48M
Since last month
Increased$18K (+1.2%)
Since last year
Increased$12K (+0.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$50K (+3.5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +65% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.48M
August 2026$1.47M
July 2026$1.46M
June 2026$1.44M
May 2026$1.43M
April 2026$1.45M
March 2026$1.45M
February 2026$1.43M
January 2026$1.43M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
01/16/26
3
2.5
2,356
0.08
Single-Family Home
$875,000
08/21/26
4
2
2,260
0.34
Single-Family Home
$2,250,000
08/28/26
3
3
2,521
0.86
Single-Family Home
$1,395,000
11/21/25
4
2.5
2,334
0.63
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
07/27/26
3
1.5
1,292
0.57
Single-Family Home
$1,325,000
04/22/26
2
1
1,056
1.14
Single-Family Home
$1,682,111
09/04/26
3
3
1,954
0.71
Single-Family Home
$2,720,000
11/06/25
3
4
3,989
1.60
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
08/14/26
3
3
2,009

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.03
$2,216,300
2
3
2,500
Off Market
0.04
$1,600,000
2
2.5
2,086
Off Market
0.05
$1,526,200
3
2.5
1,786
Off Market
0.08
$875,000
4
2
2,260
Recently Sold
0.11
$1,936,700
3
2.5
1,743
Off Market
0.16
$1,600,000
3
2.5
2,356
Recently Sold
0.19
$402,300
1
1
360
Off Market
0.20
$2,052,600
3
2.5
2,466
Off Market
0.20
$669,400
2
1
690
Off Market
0.31
$1,416,500
2
2
819
Off Market
0.27
$1,057,500
3
1
1,058
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 20 Fairhill Avenue.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1987
0.26 acre lot
2,398 sqft
$594/sqft
Garage

About this House

Welcome to 20 Fair Hill Ave in Rye—where coastal living meets everyday comfort. Just a 2-minute stroll from Wallis Sands State Beach, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers the perfect blend of charm and convenience. Each bedroom features its own en-suite bath, creating privacy and ease for both family and guests. Take in beautiful water views from the second and third floors, and enjoy peace of mind with many major system updates already in place. Set on a manageable 0.26-acre lot and benefiting from Rye’s famously low taxes, this 1987 beachside home is ready for its next chapter. It’s time to reimagine this house as your own and make lasting memories with your family—whether as a year-round residence or a seaside getaway.
20 Fairhill Avenue, Rye, NH 03870 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,398 sqft single-family home built in 1987. It last sold for $1,425,000 on Jan 16, 2026 (14% below the $1,650,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,475,000, with a rent estimate of $5,767/month.

Home Details for 20 Fairhill Avenue

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Concrete Floor,Storage Space,Unfinished,Walkout,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 7
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2398 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable, PropaneAppliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Stove, Water Heater off BoilerDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Oil,Hot WaterHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Oil
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: GasHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: 3Floors: Carpet
View
Has a ViewView: Water
Security
Security: Security System, Hardwired Smoke Detector

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Patio, Porch, Screened PorchExterior: DeckFoundation: Concrete
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Paved,Garage,Off Street
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: On-Site Septic ExistsWater Body: Atlantic Ocean
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: Road frontage: 76
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2398 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1987
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Contemporary,Modern Architecture
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Wood ExteriorNot a New Construction

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,650,000Price Per Sqft: $594/sqft

Location

Direction & Address
City: Rye
School Information
Elementary School: Rye Elementary SchoolJr High / Middle School: Rye Junior High SchoolHigh School: Portsmouth High School

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3391 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.26 acres

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 5062847Water ViewWater View: WaterAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2398Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Source: Public RecordsBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 16, 2026
Source: PrimeMLS #5062847
Sold
$1,425,000
Dec 15, 2025
Source: PrimeMLS #5062847
Contingent
$1,650,000
Oct 29, 2025
Source: PrimeMLS #5062847
PriceChange
$1,650,000
Price decreased by 15%
Sep 24, 2025
Source: PrimeMLS #5062847
Listed For Sale
$1,950,000

Market trends in Rye

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
Sale-to-List Price
Price per sq ft
Available listings
25
2
MoM

Around this home

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What Locals Say about Rye

At least 11 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say there's wildlife

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 82 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 77 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say it's quiet

  • 72 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 71 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 31 % Say there are community events

  • 29 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 24 % Say streets are well-lit

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Lmcauley_131
    "I lived I this neighborhood for 2 years. It is nice and quiet. Neighbors take pride on their gardens. I can hear and smell the ocean."
  • Matthew
    "My neighborhood is not on Amazon street. It’s a small community where everyone knows one another, says hello, and look out for each there. "
  • Michewells
    "There are no community events. Occasionally my neighbors will have a gathering and include me and my family."
  • Ireneap
    "It’s a quiet neighborhood with no traffic and lots of places for the dog to explore, but the neighborhood is small and once out on the busy Main Street there are no sidewalks. "
  • Ildefonso M.
    "I live here with my family and I think this is the place to raise a kids. Safety and green al around."

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Frequently asked questions about 20 Fairhill Avenue

  • What is 20 Fairhill Avenue estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 20 Fairhill Avenue in Rye, NH is $1,475,000.
  • What is the price history for 20 Fairhill Avenue?
    20 Fairhill Avenue in Rye, NH last sold for $1,425,000 in January 2026.
  • Is Rye a buyer's or seller's market?
    Rye is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Rye?
    Residents describe Rye, NH as dog-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Rye, NH.
  • Does 20 Fairhill Avenue have air conditioning?
    Yes, 20 Fairhill Avenue in Rye, NH has air conditioning.
  • Does 20 Fairhill Avenue have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 20 Fairhill Avenue in Rye, NH has in-unit laundry.

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