Beyond the Algorithm: The Seacoast Difference In a market as nuanced as the New Hampshire Seacoast, a “Zestimate” or an automated online value is often just a guess. While algorithms can track square footage and bedroom counts, they cannot “see” the factors that truly drive value in towns like Rye, Newcastle, and Portsmouth. When I evaluate your home, I factor in the hyper-local elements that machines miss:

• The View Premium: A “water view” in a computer’s eyes could be a glimpse of a marsh or a panoramic view of the Atlantic. The price difference between the two can be hundreds of thousands of dollars.

• Historic Pedigree: In Exeter and Portsmouth, a meticulously preserved 18th-century Colonial commands a vastly different price than a modern replica. I understand the value of historic craftsmanship.

• The “Tax Haven” Advantage: Towns like Newington and Greenland offer some of the lowest property tax rates in the state. This increases a buyer’s purchasing power, allowing you to price your home more aggressively.

• Micro-Neighborhood Demand: Whether it’s the “South End” of Portsmouth or the “Little Boar’s Head” in North Hampton, I know exactly which streets are currently seeing the highest demand from out-of-state buyers in 2026