44 Humphreys Court

AUCTION (the listed sale price is the assessed value and not the selling price)Stately South End Home with Private English Garden Portsmouth, NH Online-only auction ends: Tuesday, August 16th at 2:00 p.m. A rare opportunity to own a stately Neoclassical home in the heart of the historic South End with an expansive formal English garden. Encompassing half of the property the garden is a significant feature of this oversized lot that includes one hundred feet of frontage on Humphreys Court. This beautiful New England home is being offered for sale for only the second time in its history. Built by Charles W. Humphreys in the early 20th century this 4-bedroom 1.5-bath stunner totals 2,068 sq. ft of finished living space with original woodwork, hardwood floors throughout, tall ceilings and bay windows. The first floor is comprised of an oversized entry, living room, formal dining room with original pocket doors, and half bath. The kitchen with original soapstone sink and updated craftsman-built cabinetry has wonderful overhead lighting and easy access to the wrap around, covered porch which overlooks the gardens. The main stairway to the second floor is grand and open. The second floor includes a generously sized master bedroom, three additional bedrooms and full bath. The third floor is sure to please with 999 sq. ft. of untouched space with dormer and windows on three sides and a view of the cove. Sale subject to confirmation of the Trustee. Delayed showing August 2 by appt.