Listed by BHHS Verani Upper Valley · Heather Ashline · Cell: 802-233-5088
Single Family Residence · Canaan, NH
178 Sawyer Hill Road, Canaan, NH
$1,300,000
Est. $6,574/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 2
- Sq Ft
- 3,067
- Built
- 1800
- MLS®
- #5114133
Property Description
From its address at 178 Sawyer Hill Road, this single-family home puts you in Canaan, New Hampshire. On offer: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 3,067 square feet of living space, at a list price of $1,300,000. 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 169.5-acre lot, 1800 construction and roughly $424 per square foot. Browse the gallery and specs below; if it fits, we can have you through the door quickly.
Discover the charm and possibilities of this country estate in Canaan, New Hampshire! Set on approximately 169.5 +/- acres of fields and forest, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath Colonial offers a wonderful blend of character, rural beauty, and opportunity. Inside, an updated kitchen complements the home’s beautiful wide pine floors, timeless charm, and fireplaces that add warmth and character throughout. An attached greenhouse adds a special touch for gardening enthusiasts and those who appreciate a connection to the outdoors. The expansive property offers a setting for a hobby farm, country retreat, or outdoor recreation getaway. Explore wooded acreage rich with wildlife, a walking road leading to a grassy meadow, stone walls, mature trees, mountain views, and a substantial apple orchard. Two large detached barns and an additional shed provide versatile space for equipment, storage, hobbies, or agricultural pursuits. Landscaped grounds and scenic vistas offer something to appreciate in every season, while the surrounding neighborhood features lovely homes and a peaceful country setting. Enjoy nearby recreational opportunities at Goose Pond to the west and Canaan Street Lake to the southeast, home to the renowned Cardigan Mountain School. Conveniently located for commuting throughout the Upper Valley, including Hanover, Lebanon, Dartmouth College, and the Lake Mascoma area, this unique property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy acreage, privacy, and country living within reach of area amenities.
Location Highlights
178 Sawyer Hill Road is a single family residence in Canaan, New Hampshire, listed at $1,300,000. That works out to about $424 per square foot, for a home built in 1800. It has been on the market for 20 days.
From here it is 19.5 miles to Downtown Plymouth / Main Street and 24.1 miles to Owl's Nest Resort. At this latitude, Canaan 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
- 4
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- SqFt
- 3,067
- Price / SqFt
- $423.87
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1800
- County
- NH-Grafton
- Town
- Canaan, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 8
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Grafton
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1800
- Zoning
- RURL1
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Owned Water Heater, Washer
- Basement
- Yes
- Basement Access Type
- Interior
- Basement Description
- Full, Gravel, Insulated, Unfinished, Basement Stairs
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 0
- Cooling
- None
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
- Interior Features
- 3+ Fireplaces, Attic with Pulldown
- Rooms - Total
- 8
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 3,067
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 3,067
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 4,699
Financial Details
- Fuel Company
- Irving
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $6,334
- Tax Year
- 2026
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Foam Insulation, Wood Frame
- Covenants
- Yes
- Flood Zone
- No
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Seasonal
- No
- Total Stories
- Two
- Surveyed
- Yes
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
External Features
- Color
- White
- Driveway
- Gravel
- Exterior Features
- Barn, Building, Garden, Outbuilding, Covered Porch, Enclosed Porch, Greenhouse, Poultry Coop
- Foundation
- Fieldstone, Granite
- Garage
- No
- Lot Features
- Agricultural, Conserved Land, Country Setting, Deed Restricted, Pasture, Landscaped, Level, Major Road Frontage, Mountain View, Orchard(s), Pond on Lot, Rolling Slope, Views, Walking Trails, Wooded, Near Shopping, Near Skiing, Rural, Near Hospital, Near School(s), Private
- Lot - Acres
- 169.5
- Lot - SqFt
- 7,383,420
- Road Frontage Type
- Public Maintained Road, Unpaved
- Road Frontage
- TBD
- Roof
- Metal, Asphalt Shingle, Standing Seam
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Propane, Multi Phone Lines
- Water Source
- Drilled Well
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5114133; Listed by BHHS Verani Upper Valley · Heather Ashline · Cell: 802-233-5088
Property History
Estimated annual taxes for this property
- 2024
- $22,100
- 2023
- $21,548
- 2022
- $20,995
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 Canaan
- 37
- Average list price
- $391,118
- Price range
- $48,000 – $799,000
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$8,686/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $6,574
- Property Tax
- $1,842
- Home Insurance
- $271
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.
Around This Property
Schools, everyday places and nearby destinations near 178 Sawyer Hill Road, Canaan, NH
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Questions About This Listing
How much does 178 Sawyer Hill Road cost?
178 Sawyer Hill Road in Canaan, NH is listed for $1,300,000 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $424 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on October 13, 2026.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 178 Sawyer Hill Road have?
178 Sawyer Hill Road in Canaan, NH has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in 3,067 square feet of finished living space.
What parking does 178 Sawyer Hill Road have?
The MLS lists no garage at 178 Sawyer Hill Road in Canaan, NH; parking is off a gravel driveway.
What is the view from 178 Sawyer Hill Road?
Yes. The MLS lists mountain view for 178 Sawyer Hill Road in Canaan, NH.
Is 178 Sawyer Hill Road still for sale?
Yes. 178 Sawyer Hill Road in Canaan, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5114133).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Which brokerage has 178 Sawyer Hill Road listed?
178 Sawyer Hill Road in Canaan, NH is listed by Heather Ashline of BHHS Verani Upper Valley (603-643-8822).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
What type of home is 178 Sawyer Hill Road?
178 Sawyer Hill Road in Canaan, NH is a single-family home built in 1800.
The MLS lists its style as Colonial, with two stories.
What town is 178 Sawyer Hill Road in?
178 Sawyer Hill Road is in Canaan, New Hampshire 03741, in Grafton County.
Location notes from the MLS: walking trails, near shopping, near skiing, near hospital and near school(s).
What is the lot size of 178 Sawyer Hill Road?
178 Sawyer Hill Road in Canaan, NH sits on 169.5 acres, per the MLS.
The lot is described as agricultural, conserved land, country setting, deed restricted, pasture and landscaped.
Zoning: RURL1.
The MLS says the lot has been surveyed.
The MLS lists it as outside a flood zone.
The MLS notes covenants; review them in the deed and title work.
What are the annual property taxes for 178 Sawyer Hill Road?
Annual property taxes on 178 Sawyer Hill Road in Canaan, NH are $6,334 for the 2026 tax year, per the MLS.
New Hampshire towns set their own tax rates and revalue periodically, so confirm the current bill with the Canaan assessing office.
What heating and cooling does 178 Sawyer Hill Road have?
178 Sawyer Hill Road in Canaan, NH is heated by forced air and oil, per the MLS.
The MLS lists no cooling system.
What are the water and sewer systems at 178 Sawyer Hill Road?
178 Sawyer Hill Road in Canaan, NH has a private drilled well and a private septic system, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: drilled well; sewer: septic tank.
Electric: circuit breakers.
Other utilities: cable available, propane and multi phone lines.
Plan a water test and septic inspection during your inspection period.
Does 178 Sawyer Hill Road have a basement?
Yes. 178 Sawyer Hill Road in Canaan, NH has a basement with interior access.
The MLS describes it as full, gravel, insulated, unfinished and basement stairs.
What are the key features of 178 Sawyer Hill Road?
Inside, the MLS lists these features at 178 Sawyer Hill Road in Canaan, NH: 3+ fireplaces and attic with pulldown.
Outside: barn, building, garden, outbuilding, covered porch, enclosed porch, greenhouse and poultry coop.
Flooring: tile and wood.
Listed appliances: gas cooktop, dishwasher, dryer, range hood, wall oven, refrigerator, owned water heater and washer; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.
How does the price of 178 Sawyer Hill Road compare with other Canaan listings?
At $1,300,000, 178 Sawyer Hill Road in Canaan, NH is priced above the $527,450 median asking price of the 16 single-family homes for sale in Canaan 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 can I see 178 Sawyer Hill Road in person?
To see 178 Sawyer Hill Road in Canaan, 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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