Sanbornton, New Hampshire Real Estate & Homes
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15 Homes for Sale in Sanbornton, NH
Sanbornton runs up the quiet western shore of Lake Winnisquam — a rural town of old farms, back roads and the Steele Hill area, trading village bustle for privacy and space above the lake. There are currently 15 waterfront and lake-access homes for sale in Sanbornton, each with live MLS pricing and photos.
Why Buyers Choose Sanbornton
Sanbornton is for buyers who want acreage, hillside views and a genuinely rural setting while staying minutes from Tilton's highway access and the lake itself. search all homes for sale in Sanbornton.
Lake Winnisquam Homes by Bedrooms
Market Insights — Homes for Sale in Sanbornton, NH
Current inventory: Single Family Homes (13) · Condos (2)
Homes for Sale in Sanbornton, NH
15 listings
$899,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,709 sq.ft.
00 Hale Road, Sanbornton, NH, 03269
$540,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,428 sq.ft.
41 Circle Point Road, Sanbornton, NH, 03269
$429,900
3 bd | 2 ba | 3,310 sq.ft.
512 Sanborn Road, Sanbornton, NH, 03269
$479,900
2 bd | 1 ba | 696 sq.ft.
555 Stage Road, Sanbornton, NH, 03269
$425,000
1 bd | 1 ba | 192 sq.ft.
2 Balsam Heights, Sanbornton, NH, 03269
$419,000
4 bd | 2 ba | 1,970 sq.ft.
31 Circle Point Road, Sanbornton, NH, 03269
$439,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 2,340 sq.ft.
531 Sanborn Road, Sanbornton, NH, 03269
$365,000
2 bd | 1 ba | 576 sq.ft.
367 Black Brook Road, Sanbornton, NH, 03269
$525,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,988 sq.ft.
580 Lower Bay Road, Sanbornton, NH, 03269
$1,199,000
2 bd | 1 ba | 998 sq.ft.
66-1 Dr. True Road, Sanbornton, NH, 03269
$849,999
3 bd | 3 ba | 3,279 sq.ft.
1 Winchester Drive, Sanbornton, NH, 03269
$999,000
5 bd | 5 ba | 3,244 sq.ft.
1168 New Hampton Road, Sanbornton, NH, 03269
$1,000
1 bd | 1 ba | 800 sq.ft.
516 Steele Hill Road, Sanbornton, NH, 03269
$1,250
1 bd | 1 ba | 800 sq.ft.
516 Steele Hill Road, Sanbornton, NH, 03269
$2,695,000
13 bd | 13 ba | 5,818 sq.ft.
100 Lower Bay Road, Sanbornton, NH, 03269
Sanbornton, NH Real Estate Statistics
Computed from the active residential listings in the MLS right now — a live snapshot, not a valuation.
Sanbornton Real Estate FAQs
How many homes are for sale in Sanbornton?
There are 15 active MLS listings matching this search in Sanbornton right now. Asking prices currently run from $1,000 to $2,695,000. This page reads the live feed, so the count changes as homes come on and go under contract.
What is the average price of homes in Sanbornton?
Active listings for homes in Sanbornton currently average $684,470 with a median asking price of $479,900. Averages move with the mix of homes on the market at any moment, so treat them as a snapshot rather than a valuation.
What types of properties are available in Sanbornton?
The current inventory for this search breaks down as: single family homes (13), condos (2). Use the filters on the listings below to narrow to the kind of property you want.
How long have homes in Sanbornton been on the market?
The active listings on this page have been on the market for an average of 115 days so far. Well-priced homes often move faster than the average, so if you're watching this market it pays to see new listings early.
How can I see new homes in Sanbornton before anyone else?
Use the Get Alerts button at the top of this page — it saves exactly this search and emails you when a matching listing hits the MLS. Or contact our local team and tell us what you're looking for; we watch this market every day.
What is the ZIP code for Sanbornton, NH?
Sanbornton's ZIP code is 03269.
What is Sanbornton, NH known for?
Sanbornton runs up the quiet western shore of Lake Winnisquam — a rural town of old farms and back roads, known for the Steele Hill area and hillside views over the lake.
Around Sanbornton
Schools, everyday places and nearby destinations near SanborntonSource: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.
Sanbornton Real Estate Trends
The Sanbornton real estate market currently counts 15 active listings. Asking prices currently span $1,000 to $2,695,000, with a median of $479,900. This page reads directly from the MLS, so the count and pricing here reflect what's actually for sale today rather than a stale snapshot.
By property type, inventory breaks down as single family homes (13), condos (2). Homes here are averaging 115 days on the market before going under contract — worth watching whether you're timing an offer or thinking about when to list.
The market leans toward the $300K–$500K range, which holds about 40% of what's listed. The most common layout on the market right now is the 2 beds home. Use the snapshot below to see the full distribution, then browse the live listings above to dig into any slice.
Inventory by Property Type
- Single Family Homes13(87%)
- Condos2(13%)
Listings by Asking Price
- Under $300K2(13%)
- $300K–$500K6(40%)
- $500K–$750K2(13%)
- $750K–$1M3(20%)
- $1M+2(13%)
Listings by Bedrooms
- 1 Bed3(20%)
- 2 Beds5(33%)
- 3 Beds4(27%)
- 4 Beds1(7%)
- 5+ Beds2(13%)
Things to Do In and Around Sanbornton
Sanbornton is a quiet, rural town of farms, forest, and back roads set on the highlands between Tilton and Lake Winnisquam. It rewards people who want space, stone walls, and open fields more than they want a busy main street — most everyday shopping happens a short drive away in Tilton or Laconia, which is part of the appeal. What the town keeps for itself is room to breathe.
Farms, fields, and back roads
Agriculture still shapes Sanbornton — stone walls, hayfields, grazing livestock, and small working farms line the town's rural roads. A higher-density village core is ringed by farm and forest land, so much of the town stays open and green. It is a landscape built for slow drives and long walks rather than crowds.
Sanbornton Square
The historic center of town sits at Sanbornton Square, a Historic District of early homes, churches, and gathering buildings in Federal, Greek Revival, and Cape Cod styles, some dating back to the town's 18th-century settlement. Sanbornton was granted in 1748 and incorporated in 1777, and the Square still reads as the town's original heart. It is a place to appreciate on foot rather than a shopping destination.
Hermit Lake and smaller ponds
Hermit Lake, off Route 132, has a town beach and a quieter, more local feel than the big lakes to the east. Smaller waters like Randlett Pond and Hunkins Pond round out the town's inland fishing and paddling. These are the kinds of spots you can have largely to yourself on a weekday morning.
Lake Winnisquam at the town's edge
Lake Winnisquam — New Hampshire's third-largest lake at roughly 4,200 acres — forms Sanbornton's eastern edge, with a town beach and shoreline neighborhoods along the water. It offers real big-lake boating and swimming without the density of the busier Winnipesaukee shore. Much of the seasonal, small-lot development in town gathers along this waterfront.
Hiking and conservation land
The Sanbornton Town Forest and a network of trails maintained by the town's Conservation Commission thread through the woods and hilltops, with routes offering views toward the lakes and the Belknap Mountains. Trails such as the Farm View Hilltop and Lake Winnisquam Scenic routes give easy, uncrowded walking close to home. It is everyday hiking rather than a marquee destination — which suits the town.
Farm stands and local goods
Small farm stands and maple producers dot the town, selling syrup, cider, eggs, and seasonal produce close to where it is grown. Roadside stands like the one on Parker Hill Road pair local food with handmade goods from area artisans. For a full grocery run, though, residents head to Tilton or Laconia.
Living in Sanbornton Year-Round
Winter
Winters are genuinely rural — snowy, quiet, and dark early, with unplowed stretches of back road that demand a capable vehicle and a bit of patience. Woodstoves, sledding hills, and cross-country routes through the town forest come into their own. Tilton and Laconia stay close for supplies when the weather turns.
Spring
Spring arrives slowly, with mud season loosening the dirt roads before the fields green up and the sugarhouses finish their boil. Farm stands begin reopening and the ponds thaw for early paddling. It is a muddy, hopeful stretch that locals take in stride.
Summer
Summer is the town's brightest season, with the Hermit Lake and Winnisquam town beaches open and gardens and farm stands hitting full stride. Long evenings suit boating, swimming, and quiet dirt-road drives past hayfields. Even at peak, Sanbornton stays calmer than the resort towns nearby.
Fall
Autumn brings strong foliage across the town's wooded hills, best seen from the higher trails and back roads. Cooler days are made for apple-picking runs, farm-stand pumpkins, and walks in the town forest. Traffic stays light compared with the busier Lakes Region corridors.
Getting Here & Around Sanbornton
Sanbornton sits along Routes 132 and 127 just minutes from Interstate 93 at Exit 22, which keeps a rural town within easy reach of the region's services and highways.
- Tilton (services)About 5–10 minutes to the outlets, grocery stores, and everyday shopping just south of town near I-93 Exit 20.
- LaconiaRoughly 15–20 minutes east for a hospital, larger stores, and Lakes Region amenities.
- ConcordAbout 30–35 minutes south on I-93 for the state capital, dining, and additional shopping.
- Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT)Around 50–60 minutes south — the closest full-service airport for most trips.
- BostonApproximately 1 hour 35 minutes south via I-93 in normal traffic.
- Boston Logan (BOS)Roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours depending on traffic through the city.
Sanbornton vs. Nearby Towns
Sanbornton trades convenience for space and privacy, so its closest neighbors are where residents go for services, shopping, and lake life.
Tilton
Just south of Sanbornton, Tilton is the everyday-services hub — outlet shopping, groceries, and the I-93 Exit 20 corridor that Sanbornton residents lean on.
Laconia
The Lakes Region's small city to the east, Laconia offers a hospital, broader shopping and dining, and busier lake access than quiet Sanbornton.
Belmont
A neighboring town southeast toward Lake Winnisquam, Belmont mixes rural land with more suburban conveniences and its own share of shoreline.