Listed by KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty · Michael Whitney · 603-610-8500
Single Family Residence · Dover, NH
5 Alder Lane, Dover, NH
$469,500
$499,000 · changed Sep 27, 2026
Est. $2,374/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Sq Ft
- 1,248
- Built
- 1971
- MLS®
- #5110064
Property Description
Welcome to 5 Alder Lane, a single-family home in Dover, New Hampshire. The home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,248 square feet of living space, listed at $469,500. Single-family ownership here means your own land, your own walls and room to make the property yours. The numbers worth knowing: a 0.68-acre lot, 1971 construction and roughly $376 per square foot. See the listing's full details below, and reach out for a private showing of 5 Alder Lane.
OPEN HOUSE FRIDAY 10/9 4PM-6PM. Welcome to 5 Alder Lane, a bright and inviting home tucked away in a quiet Dover neighborhood while still conveniently close to commuter routes and all that Dover has to offer. On the first floor you will find a welcoming layout filled with natural light, featuring three bedrooms, a full bathroom, a kitchen and dining area, and a comfortable living room. Downstairs, the basement provides added versatility with a second full bathroom and two bonus rooms, offering flexible space for a home office, playroom, hobby space, or additional living needs. Enjoy your own private deck and patio space, perfect for relaxing outdoors, entertaining, or enjoying the peaceful surroundings. With its functional floor plan, abundant natural light, flexible lower-level space, and convenient location, this home offers an appealing combination of comfort, versatility, and privacy in Dover, NH. Come see it for yourself!
Location Highlights
5 Alder Lane is a single family residence in Dover, New Hampshire, listed at $469,500. That works out to about $376 per square foot, for a home built in 1971. It has been on the market for 7 weeks.
At this latitude, Dover 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
- 3
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- SqFt
- 1,248
- Price / SqFt
- $376.20
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1971
- County
- NH-Strafford
- Town
- Dover, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 35
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Strafford
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1971
- Zoning
- R-12
Interior Features
- Basement
- Yes
- Basement Access Type
- Interior
- Basement Description
- Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 0
- Cooling
- None
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers
- Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
- Rooms - Total
- 8
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 1,248
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 1,248
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 2,496
Financial Details
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $8,838
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Vinyl Siding
- Covenants
- Unknown
- Flood Zone
- No
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Seasonal
- No
- Total Stories
- One
- Surveyed
- Unknown
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
External Features
- Driveway
- Paved
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Garage
- No
- Lot Features
- In Town, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Near Hospital, Near School(s)
- Lot - Acres
- 0.68
- Lot - SqFt
- 29,621
- Road Frontage Type
- Cul-de-Sac
- Road Frontage
- Yes
- Road Frontage Length
- 100
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Sewer
- Private, Septic Tank
- Utilities
- Cable Available
- Water Source
- Public
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5110064; Listed by KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty · Michael Whitney · 603-610-8500
Property History
Estimated annual taxes for this property
- 2024
- $7,982
- 2023
- $7,782
- 2022
- $7,583
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 Dover
- 141
- Average list price
- $788,450
- Price range
- $360,000 – $2,600,000
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,137/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $2,374
- Property Tax
- $665
- Home Insurance
- $98
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 much does 5 Alder Lane cost?
5 Alder Lane in Dover, NH is listed for $469,500 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $376 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on September 16, 2026.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 5 Alder Lane have?
5 Alder Lane in Dover, NH has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in 1,248 square feet of finished living space.
What is the lot size of 5 Alder Lane?
5 Alder Lane in Dover, NH sits on 0.68 acres, per the MLS.
It has 100 feet of road frontage (cul-de-sac).
Zoning: R-12.
The MLS lists it as outside a flood zone.
What are the annual property taxes for 5 Alder Lane?
Annual property taxes on 5 Alder Lane in Dover, NH are $8,838 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 Dover assessing office.
What heating and cooling does 5 Alder Lane have?
5 Alder Lane in Dover, NH is heated by baseboard and natural gas, per the MLS.
The MLS lists no cooling system.
What are the water and sewer systems at 5 Alder Lane?
5 Alder Lane in Dover, NH has public water and a private septic system, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: public; sewer: private and septic tank.
Electric: circuit breakers.
Other utilities: cable available.
Plan a water test and septic inspection during your inspection period.
Does 5 Alder Lane have a basement?
Yes. 5 Alder Lane in Dover, NH has a basement with interior access.
The MLS describes it as unfinished and walk-out access.
What parking does 5 Alder Lane have?
The MLS lists no garage at 5 Alder Lane in Dover, NH; parking is off a paved driveway.
Is 5 Alder Lane still for sale?
Yes. 5 Alder Lane in Dover, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5110064).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Which brokerage has 5 Alder Lane listed?
5 Alder Lane in Dover, NH is listed by Michael Whitney of KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty (603-610-8500).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
What type of home is 5 Alder Lane?
5 Alder Lane in Dover, NH is a single-family home built in 1971.
The MLS lists its style as Ranch, with one story.
What town is 5 Alder Lane in?
5 Alder Lane is in Dover, New Hampshire 03820, in Strafford County.
Location notes from the MLS: in town, near shopping, near hospital and near school(s).
How does the price of 5 Alder Lane compare with other Dover listings?
At $469,500, 5 Alder Lane in Dover, NH is priced below the $749,900 median asking price of the 56 single-family homes for sale in Dover 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 5 Alder Lane in person?
To see 5 Alder Lane in Dover, 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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