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Single Family Residence · Cornish, NH

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511 Route 12A, Cornish, NH

$575,000

Est. $2,908/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)

Beds
4
Baths
3
Sq Ft
2,229
Built
1886
MLS®
#5096406

Property Description

From its address at 511 Route 12A, this single-family home puts you in Cornish, New Hampshire. On offer: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2,229 square feet of living space, at a list price of $575,000. 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 11-acre lot, 1886 construction and roughly $258 per square foot. Browse the gallery and specs below; if it fits, we can have you through the door quickly.

Set back from the road and with 11+/- acres, this updated historic home has 3 bedrooms and 3 baths. An original part of the Cornish Art Colony, built in 1886, the home has an apartment which can easily become a guest wing or rental if you wish. Light and bright with a lovely open floor plan there are views of Mt. Ascutney and the Connecticut River. Updated kitchen, baths, floors and heating system. Close to St. Gaudens National Park and the Cornish State Wildlife Management area. Really charming!

Location Highlights

511 Route 12A is a single family residence in Cornish, New Hampshire, listed at $575,000. That works out to about $258 per square foot, for a home built in 1886. It has been on the market for 4 months.

At this latitude, Cornish averages roughly 8.4 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.

Zoned schools: Cornish Elementary School (Elementary), Lebanon Middle School (Middle), LebanonHig (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
4
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
2
SqFt
2,229
Price / SqFt
$257.96
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1886
County
NH-Sullivan
Town
Cornish, NH
Status
Active
Days on Market
116

Primary Features

County
NH-Sullivan
Property Type
Residential
Year Built
1886
Zoning
Rural

Interior Features

Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Owned Water Heater, Washer
Basement
Yes
Basement Access Type
Interior
Basement Description
Unfinished
1/4 Baths
0
3/4 Baths
1
Cooling
Mini Split
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Flooring
Carpet, Tile, Wood, Vinyl Plank
Heating
Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Oil, Heat Pump, Mini Split, Wood, Wood Stove
Interior Features
Dining Area, In-Law/ADU, In-Law Floorplan, Primary BR w/ BA, Walk-in Pantry, 1st Floor Laundry
Rooms - Total
11
SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
2,229
SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
0
SqFt Approximate Total Finished
2,229
SqFt Approximate Total
3,583

Location Information

School - Elementary
Cornish Elementary School
School - High
LebanonHig
School - Middle/Jr
Lebanon Middle School

Financial Details

Tax - Gross Amount
$8,427
Tax Year
2026
Taxes TBD
No

Additional

Construction Status
Existing
Construction
Clapboard, Post and Beam, Wood Frame
Covenants
No
Flood Zone
No
Pre-Construction
No
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Seasonal
No
Total Stories
Two
Surveyed
Unknown
Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
No

External Features

Driveway
Gravel
Exterior Features
Deck, Shed
Foundation
Concrete
Garage
No
Lot Features
Country Setting, Landscaped, Mountain View, Trail/Near Trail, Wooded, Near Skiing
Lot - Acres
11
Lot - SqFt
479,160
Road Frontage Type
Public
Road Frontage
TBD
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Sewer
Private
Utilities
Cable Available
Water Source
Private
Water Body Type
Stream

MLS®: PrimeMLS #5096406; Listed by Martha E. Diebold Real Estate · Jane Darrach · 603-795-4816

Property History

Estimated annual taxes for this property

2024
$9,775
2023
$9,531
2022
$9,286

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 Cornish
6
Average list price
$222,640
Price range
$63,700 – $425,000

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Loan Term

Estimated Monthly Payment

$3,842/ mo

Principal & Interest
$2,908
Property Tax
$815
Home Insurance
$120

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 511 Route 12A, Cornish, NH

Assigned Schools

Elementary
Cornish Elementary School
Middle
Lebanon Middle School
High School
LebanonHig

Source: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.

Questions About This Listing

How much does 511 Route 12A cost?

511 Route 12A in Cornish, NH is listed for $575,000 on PrimeMLS.

That is about $258 per square foot of finished living space.

It came on the market on June 24, 2026.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 511 Route 12A have?

511 Route 12A in Cornish, NH has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms (2 full and 1 three-quarter) in 2,229 square feet of finished living space.

What heating and cooling does 511 Route 12A have?

511 Route 12A in Cornish, NH is heated by baseboard, electric, forced air, oil, heat pump, mini split, wood and wood stove, per the MLS.

Cooling: mini split.

What are the water and sewer systems at 511 Route 12A?

511 Route 12A in Cornish, NH has a private septic system, per the MLS.

MLS details — water: private; sewer: private.

Electric: circuit breakers.

Other utilities: cable available.

Plan a water test and septic inspection during your inspection period.

Does 511 Route 12A have a basement?

Yes. 511 Route 12A in Cornish, NH has a basement with interior access.

The MLS describes it as unfinished.

What are the key features of 511 Route 12A?

Inside, the MLS lists these features at 511 Route 12A in Cornish, NH: dining area, in-law/ADU, in-law floorplan, primary BR w/ BA, walk-in pantry and 1st floor laundry.

Outside: deck and shed.

Flooring: carpet, tile, wood and vinyl plank.

Listed appliances: dishwasher, dryer, microwave, electric range, refrigerator, owned water heater and washer; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.

What parking does 511 Route 12A have?

The MLS lists no garage at 511 Route 12A in Cornish, NH; parking is off a gravel driveway.

What is the view from 511 Route 12A?

Yes. The MLS lists mountain view for 511 Route 12A in Cornish, NH.

What school district is 511 Route 12A in?

The MLS lists these schools for 511 Route 12A in Cornish, NH: Cornish Elementary School (elementary), Lebanon Middle School (middle) and LebanonHig (high).

School assignments can change; confirm with the district.

Is 511 Route 12A still for sale?

Yes. 511 Route 12A in Cornish, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5096406).

Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.

Which brokerage has 511 Route 12A listed?

511 Route 12A in Cornish, NH is listed by Jane Darrach of Martha E. Diebold Real Estate (603-795-4816).

Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.

What type of home is 511 Route 12A?

511 Route 12A in Cornish, NH is a single-family home built in 1886.

The MLS lists its style as Cape, with two stories.

What town is 511 Route 12A in?

511 Route 12A is in Cornish, New Hampshire 03745, in Sullivan County.

Location notes from the MLS: trail/near trail and near skiing.

What is the lot size of 511 Route 12A?

511 Route 12A in Cornish, NH sits on 11 acres, per the MLS.

The lot is described as country setting, landscaped and wooded.

Zoning: Rural.

The MLS lists it as outside a flood zone.

What are the annual property taxes for 511 Route 12A?

Annual property taxes on 511 Route 12A in Cornish, NH are $8,427 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 Cornish assessing office.

How can I see 511 Route 12A in person?

To see 511 Route 12A in Cornish, 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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