Listed by Sue Padden Real Estate LLC · Jaime Devine · 603-887-2792
Single Family Residence · Chester, NH
56 Shepard Home Road, Chester, NH
$459,000
$479,000 · changed Oct 22, 2026
Est. $2,321/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 1
- Sq Ft
- 1,080
- Built
- 1954
- MLS®
- #5107622
Property Description
From its address at 56 Shepard Home Road, this single-family home puts you in Chester, New Hampshire. On offer: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 1,080 square feet of living space, at a list price of $459,000. 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 0.87-acre lot, 1954 construction and roughly $425 per square foot. Browse the gallery and specs below; if it fits, we can have you through the door quickly.
NEW PRICE and 1 year home warranty! Enjoy peaceful riverfront living in this charming, light-filled Ranch with direct access to the Exeter River (not in a flood zone)! Privately situated on a beautiful lot in Chester with no neighboring homes visible on either side, this property offers a wonderful blend of comfort and natural surroundings. Inside, you’ll find easy one-level living with 2–3 bedrooms, an updated kitchen, full bathroom, and a cozy wood stove for those chilly New Hampshire nights. The spacious deck overlooks the river, providing the perfect spot to relax, entertain, or enjoy the abundant wildlife. Fish from your backyard or launch a canoe when water levels allow! Additional features include a basement for storage& two sheds. Located outside the designated flood zone, this unique property is ideal for those seeking privacy, nature, and a relaxed lifestyle. Quick close possible!
Location Highlights
56 Shepard Home Road is a single family residence in Chester, New Hampshire, listed at $459,000. That works out to about $425 per square foot, for a home built in 1954. It has been on the market for 2 months.
At this latitude, Chester averages roughly 8.3 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.
Zoned schools in the Pinkerton Academy: Chester Academy (Elementary), Chester Academy (Middle), PinkertonA (High). Always confirm zoning with the district office.
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
- 3
- Total Baths
- 1
- Full Baths
- 1
- SqFt
- 1,080
- Price / SqFt
- $425.00
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1954
- County
- NH-Rockingham
- Town
- Chester, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 52
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Rockingham
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1954
- Zoning
- RD RE
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Basement
- Yes
- Basement Access Type
- Walkout
- Basement Description
- Dirt Floor, Partially Finished
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 0
- Cooling
- None
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers
- Flooring
- Wood, Vinyl Plank
- Heating
- Oil
- Interior Features
- Natural Light, Basement Laundry
- Rooms - Total
- 4
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 1,080
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 1,080
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 1,464
Location Information
- School - District
- Pinkerton Academy
- School - Elementary
- Chester Academy
- School - High
- PinkertonA
- School - Middle/Jr
- Chester Academy
Financial Details
- Cable Company
- Granite State
- Electric Company
- Eversource
- Fuel Company
- Hartman
- Possession
- Close Of Escrow
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $5,204
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Covenants
- No
- Easements
- No
- Flood Zone
- No
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Seasonal
- No
- Total Stories
- One
- Surveyed
- No
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
- Water Access Details
- Other
External Features
- Color
- gray
- Driveway
- Dirt
- Exterior Features
- Outbuilding, Porch, Storage
- Foundation
- Stone
- Garage
- No
- Garage Capacity
- 0
- Lot Features
- Country Setting, Rural
- Lot - Acres
- 0.87
- Lot - SqFt
- 37,897
- Road Frontage Type
- Paved
- Road Frontage
- TBD
- Roof
- Metal
- Sewer
- Private
- Utilities
- Cable
- Water Source
- Private
- Water Body Type
- River
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5107622; Listed by Sue Padden Real Estate LLC · Jaime Devine · 603-887-2792
Property History
Estimated annual taxes for this property
- 2024
- $7,803
- 2023
- $7,608
- 2022
- $7,413
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 Chester
- 358
- Average list price
- $649,000
- Price range
- $649,000 – $649,000
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,067/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $2,321
- Property Tax
- $650
- Home Insurance
- $96
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 56 Shepard Home Road, Chester, NH
Assigned Schools
- Elementary
- Chester Academy
- Middle
- Chester Academy
- High School
- PinkertonA
- District
- Pinkerton Academy
Source: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.
Questions About This Listing
How much does 56 Shepard Home Road cost?
56 Shepard Home Road in Chester, NH is listed for $459,000 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $425 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on September 1, 2026.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 56 Shepard Home Road have?
56 Shepard Home Road in Chester, NH has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom in 1,080 square feet of finished living space.
What is the lot size of 56 Shepard Home Road?
56 Shepard Home Road in Chester, NH sits on 0.87 acres, per the MLS.
The lot is described as country setting and rural.
Zoning: RD RE.
The MLS lists it as outside a flood zone.
What are the annual property taxes for 56 Shepard Home Road?
Annual property taxes on 56 Shepard Home Road in Chester, NH are $5,204 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 Chester assessing office.
What heating and cooling does 56 Shepard Home Road have?
56 Shepard Home Road in Chester, NH is heated by oil, per the MLS.
The MLS lists no cooling system.
What are the water and sewer systems at 56 Shepard Home Road?
56 Shepard Home Road in Chester, NH has a private septic system, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: private; sewer: private.
Electric: circuit breakers (Eversource).
Other utilities: cable; cable provider Granite State.
Plan a water test and septic inspection during your inspection period.
Does 56 Shepard Home Road have a basement?
Yes. 56 Shepard Home Road in Chester, NH has a basement with walkout access.
The MLS describes it as dirt floor and partially finished.
What are the key features of 56 Shepard Home Road?
Inside, the MLS lists these features at 56 Shepard Home Road in Chester, NH: natural light and basement laundry.
Outside: outbuilding, porch and storage.
Flooring: wood and vinyl plank.
Listed appliances: dishwasher and refrigerator; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.
What parking does 56 Shepard Home Road have?
The MLS lists no garage at 56 Shepard Home Road in Chester, NH; parking is off a dirt driveway.
Is 56 Shepard Home Road a waterfront property?
Yes. The MLS lists 56 Shepard Home Road in Chester, NH as a waterfront property on a river.
Confirm frontage, shoreland rules and any dock or beach rights during due diligence.
What school district is 56 Shepard Home Road in?
The MLS places 56 Shepard Home Road in Chester, NH in the Pinkerton Academy school district.
Listed schools: Chester Academy (elementary), Chester Academy (middle) and PinkertonA (high).
School assignments can change; confirm with the district.
Is 56 Shepard Home Road still for sale?
Yes. 56 Shepard Home Road in Chester, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5107622).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Which brokerage has 56 Shepard Home Road listed?
56 Shepard Home Road in Chester, NH is listed by Jaime Devine of Sue Padden Real Estate LLC (603-887-2792).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
What type of home is 56 Shepard Home Road?
56 Shepard Home Road in Chester, NH is a single-family home built in 1954.
The MLS lists its style as Ranch, with one story.
What town is 56 Shepard Home Road in?
56 Shepard Home Road is in Chester, New Hampshire 03036, in Rockingham County.
How does the price of 56 Shepard Home Road compare with other Chester listings?
At $459,000, 56 Shepard Home Road in Chester, NH is priced below the $692,000 median asking price of the 14 single-family homes for sale in Chester 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 56 Shepard Home Road in person?
To see 56 Shepard Home Road in Chester, 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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