Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Portsmouth, NH · Erica Maxam · Off: 603-334-1900
Single Family Residence · Barnstead, NH
162 Varney Road, Barnstead, NH
$649,900
Est. $3,286/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1
- Sq Ft
- 896
- Built
- 1965
- MLS®
- #5103809
Property Description
162 Varney Road sits in Barnstead, New Hampshire — a single-family home offering 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 896 square feet of living space. The asking price is $649,900. The format is the classic one — a standalone home with no association between you and your plans for it. Beyond the basics, the listing carries a 0.47-acre lot, 1965 construction and roughly $725 per square foot. See the listing's full details below, and reach out for a private showing of 162 Varney Road.
Offering an impressive 132 feet of private waterfront. Enjoy beautiful water views, direct access from your own beach and private dock, the perfect setting for boating, kayaking, or simply relaxing by the shore. Inside, the thoughtfully updated home features comfortable one-level living with modern finishes and an open and inviting layout. Whether you're entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet evening at home, the seamless connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces creates the ideal waterfront lifestyle. The expansive shoreline provides exceptional privacy and endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence, a vacation retreat, or an investment opportunity, this rare waterfront property offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and unmatched views. Open house Sunday, August 9th from 1:00-3:00.
Location Highlights
162 Varney Road is a single family residence in Barnstead, New Hampshire, listed at $649,900. That works out to about $725 per square foot, for a home built in 1965. It has been on the market for 3 months.
From here it is 34.2 miles to Downtown Plymouth / Main Street and 39.8 miles to Owl's Nest Resort. At this latitude, Barnstead averages roughly 8.4 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.
Source: zoned school names are PrimeMLS listing data; distances, sun exposure and school facts are Owl’s Nest Real Estate additions (school facts from the NCES, U.S. Department of Education) — not PrimeMLS data.
Property Details
Essentials & finishes
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Total Baths
- 1
- Full Baths
- 1
- SqFt
- 896
- Price / SqFt
- $725.33
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1965
- County
- NH-Belknap
- Town
- Barnstead, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 72
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Belknap
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1965
- Zoning
- 208 LO
Interior Features
- Basement
- Yes
- Basement Access Type
- Walk-up
- Basement Description
- Bulkhead, Concrete
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 0
- Cooling
- None
- Electric
- 100 Amp Service
- Heating
- Propane
- Rooms - Total
- 5
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 896
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 896
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 1,568
Financial Details
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $8,433
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Other
- Covenants
- Yes
- Easements
- Yes
- Flood Zone
- Unknown
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Seasonal
- No
- Total Stories
- One
- Surveyed
- Yes
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
- Water Access Details
- Beach Access, Dock Access
External Features
- Driveway
- Dirt, Gravel
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Garage
- No
- Lot Features
- Wooded
- Lot - Acres
- 0.47
- Lot - SqFt
- 20,473
- Road Frontage Type
- Association, Paved
- Road Frontage
- Yes
- Road Frontage Length
- 100
- Roof
- Metal
- Sewer
- Private
- Utilities
- Cable Available
- Water Source
- Public
- Water Body Type
- Lake
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5103809; Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Portsmouth, NH · Erica Maxam · Off: 603-334-1900
Property History
Estimated annual taxes for this property
- 2024
- $11,048
- 2023
- $10,772
- 2022
- $10,496
Source: Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate from the list price at New Hampshire’s average effective tax rate — not PrimeMLS or town assessor data. Verify with the town assessor.
Market Data
Live snapshot computed by Owl’s Nest Real Estate from PrimeMLS IDX active listings in this town
- Active listings in Barnstead
- 35
- Average list price
- $375,175
- Price range
- $29,999 – $859,900
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$4,342/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $3,286
- Property Tax
- $921
- Home Insurance
- $135
Source: Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not PrimeMLS data. Estimates use typical New Hampshire costs — a 1.7% effective property-tax rate, insurance at 0.25% of home value/yr, and PMI below 20% down. Actual town tax rates vary; verify with your lender and the town assessor.
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Questions About This Listing
How big is 162 Varney Road?
162 Varney Road in Barnstead, NH has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom in 896 square feet of finished living space.
What is the asking price of 162 Varney Road?
162 Varney Road in Barnstead, NH is listed for $649,900 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $725 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on August 6, 2026.
How much are the property taxes on 162 Varney Road?
Annual property taxes on 162 Varney Road in Barnstead, NH are $8,433 for the 2025 tax year, per the MLS.
New Hampshire towns set their own tax rates and revalue periodically, so confirm the current bill with the Barnstead assessing office.
How is 162 Varney Road heated?
162 Varney Road in Barnstead, NH is heated by propane, per the MLS.
The MLS lists no cooling system.
Does 162 Varney Road have town water and sewer?
162 Varney Road in Barnstead, NH has public water and a private septic system, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: public; sewer: private.
Electric: 100 amp service.
Other utilities: cable available.
Plan a water test and septic inspection during your inspection period.
Is there a basement at 162 Varney Road?
Yes. 162 Varney Road in Barnstead, NH has a basement with walk-up access.
The MLS describes it as bulkhead and concrete.
Does 162 Varney Road have a garage?
The MLS lists no garage at 162 Varney Road in Barnstead, NH; parking is off a dirt and gravel driveway.
Is 162 Varney Road on the water?
Yes. The MLS lists 162 Varney Road in Barnstead, NH as a waterfront property on a lake.
Water access: beach access and dock access.
Confirm frontage, shoreland rules and any dock or beach rights during due diligence.
Is 162 Varney Road still available?
Yes. 162 Varney Road in Barnstead, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5103809).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Who is the listing agent for 162 Varney Road?
162 Varney Road in Barnstead, NH is listed by Erica Maxam of Coldwell Banker Realty - Portsmouth, NH (603-334-1900).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
What kind of property is 162 Varney Road?
162 Varney Road in Barnstead, NH is a single-family home built in 1965.
The MLS lists its style as Ranch, with one story.
Where is 162 Varney Road located?
162 Varney Road is in Barnstead, New Hampshire 03225, in Belknap County.
How much land comes with 162 Varney Road?
162 Varney Road in Barnstead, NH sits on 0.47 acres, per the MLS.
The lot is described as wooded.
It has 100 feet of road frontage (association and paved).
Zoning: 208 LO.
The MLS says the lot has been surveyed.
The MLS notes easements and covenants; review them in the deed and title work.
How does the price of 162 Varney Road compare with other Barnstead listings?
At $649,900, 162 Varney Road in Barnstead, NH is priced above the $575,000 median asking price of the 19 single-family homes for sale in Barnstead on PrimeMLS as of November 3, 2026 (this listing included).
That figure is Owl's Nest Real Estate's analysis of active listings, and asking prices are not sale prices — ask us for recent comparable sales before you make an offer.
How do I schedule a showing of 162 Varney Road?
To see 162 Varney Road in Barnstead, NH, use Request a Showing on this page or call Owl's Nest Real Estate at 401-648-5308.
We can show any MLS-listed home and represent you as your buyer's agent; the listing brokerage represents the seller.
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