Listed by KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Wolfeboro · Adam Dow · Phone: 866-525-3946
Single Family Residence · Effingham, NH
31 Lake Shore Drive, Effingham, NH
$550,000
$560,000 · changed Aug 18, 2026
Est. $2,781/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1
- Sq Ft
- 783
- Built
- 1945
- MLS®
- #5084968
Property Description
31 Lake Shore Drive, Effingham is a single-family home for sale in New Hampshire at $550,000. The property offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 783 square feet of living space. Single-family ownership here means your own land, your own walls and room to make the property yours. The numbers worth knowing: a 0.11-acre lot, 1945 construction and roughly $702 per square foot. Scroll on for current photos, the complete spec sheet and this Effingham listing's market context.
Welcome to 31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, a charming waterfront retreat on beautiful Province Lake. This inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a bright and spacious living room with stunning lake and mountain views, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Thoughtfully updated, the home features a renovated kitchen and bathroom, new windows and doors, upgraded electrical, a new mini-split system for efficient heating and cooling, as well as a new water tank and hot water heater. The sellers are also in the process of replacing the existing septic tank with a holding tank, with the goal of providing additional peace of mind for the buyer and successfully completing the waterfront septic evaluation. Along with many other updates, these improvements allow you to focus on enjoying all that lakeside living has to offer. The property is being sold fully furnished. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, vacation home, or seasonal retreat, this property delivers. Ideally located near Province Lake Golf Club, snowmobile trails, and popular ski destinations, it’s a dream spot for outdoor enthusiasts in every season. Don’t miss your opportunity to own a slice of New Hampshire’s sought-after Lakes Region.
Location Highlights
31 Lake Shore Drive is a single family residence in Effingham, New Hampshire, listed at $550,000. That works out to about $702 per square foot, for a home built in 1945. It has been on the market for 6 months.
From here it is 32 miles to Waterville Valley Resort and 34.2 miles to Downtown Plymouth / Main Street. At this latitude, Effingham averages roughly 8.4 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.
Zoned schools in the Governor Wentworth Regional: Effingham Elementary School (Elementary), Kingswood Regional Middle Sch (Middle), KingswoodR (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
- 2
- Total Baths
- 1
- Full Baths
- 1
- SqFt
- 783
- Price / SqFt
- $702.43
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1945
- County
- NH-Carroll
- Town
- Effingham, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 178
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Carroll
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1945
- Zoning
- 03 - PLD PROV. LAKE DIST
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Stove
- Basement
- No
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 0
- Cooling
- Mini Split
- Electric
- 100 Amp Service
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Heating
- Mini Split
- Interior Features
- Wood Fireplace, 1 Fireplace, Kitchen/Living, Natural Light
- Rooms - Total
- 5
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 783
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 783
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 863
Location Information
- School - District
- Governor Wentworth Regional
- School - Elementary
- Effingham Elementary School
- School - High
- KingswoodR
- School - Middle/Jr
- Kingswood Regional Middle Sch
Financial Details
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $6,570
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Wood Siding
- Covenants
- No
- Flood Zone
- No
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Seasonal
- Yes
- Total Stories
- One
- Surveyed
- Unknown
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
- Water Access Details
- Right of Way
External Features
- Driveway
- Crushed Stone
- Exterior Features
- Garden, Porch, Shed
- Foundation
- Post/Piers
- Garage
- No
- Lot Features
- Mountain View, Near Golf Course, Near Skiing, Near Snowmobile Trails
- Lot - Acres
- 0.11
- Lot - SqFt
- 4,792
- Road Frontage Type
- Dirt
- Road Frontage
- Yes
- Road Frontage Length
- 50
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Sewer
- Leach Field, On-Site Septic Exists
- Utilities
- Other
- Water Source
- Dug Well
- Water Body Type
- Lake
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5084968; Listed by KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Wolfeboro · Adam Dow · Phone: 866-525-3946
Property History
Estimated annual taxes for this property
- 2024
- $9,350
- 2023
- $9,116
- 2022
- $8,883
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 Effingham
- 18
- Average list price
- $821,545
- Price range
- $115,000 – $3,250,000
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,675/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $2,781
- Property Tax
- $779
- Home Insurance
- $115
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 31 Lake Shore Drive, Effingham, NH
Assigned Schools
- Elementary
- Effingham Elementary School
- Middle
- Kingswood Regional Middle Sch
- High School
- KingswoodR
- District
- Governor Wentworth Regional
Source: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.
Questions About This Listing
How big is 31 Lake Shore Drive?
31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, NH has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom in 783 square feet of finished living space.
What is the asking price of 31 Lake Shore Drive?
31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, NH is listed for $550,000 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $702 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on April 23, 2026.
Is 31 Lake Shore Drive on the water?
Yes. The MLS lists 31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, NH as a waterfront property on a lake.
Water access: right of way.
The MLS also notes mountain view.
Confirm frontage, shoreland rules and any dock or beach rights during due diligence.
What schools serve 31 Lake Shore Drive?
The MLS places 31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, NH in the Governor Wentworth Regional school district.
Listed schools: Effingham Elementary School (elementary), Kingswood Regional Middle Sch (middle) and KingswoodR (high).
School assignments can change; confirm with the district.
Is 31 Lake Shore Drive still available?
Yes. 31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5084968).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Who is the listing agent for 31 Lake Shore Drive?
31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, NH is listed by Adam Dow of KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Wolfeboro (603-610-8500).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
What kind of property is 31 Lake Shore Drive?
31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, NH is a single-family home built in 1945.
The MLS lists its style as Ranch, with one story.
The MLS marks it as a seasonal property, so check year-round access and systems.
Where is 31 Lake Shore Drive located?
31 Lake Shore Drive is in Effingham, New Hampshire 03882, in Carroll County.
Location notes from the MLS: near golf course, near skiing and near snowmobile trails.
How much land comes with 31 Lake Shore Drive?
31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, NH sits on 0.11 acres, per the MLS.
It has 50 feet of road frontage (dirt).
Zoning: 03 - PLD PROV. LAKE DIST.
The MLS lists it as outside a flood zone.
How much are the property taxes on 31 Lake Shore Drive?
Annual property taxes on 31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, NH are $6,570 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 Effingham assessing office.
How is 31 Lake Shore Drive heated?
31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, NH is heated by mini split, per the MLS.
Cooling: mini split.
Does 31 Lake Shore Drive have town water and sewer?
31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, NH has a private dug well and a private septic system, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: dug well; sewer: leach field and on-site septic exists.
Electric: 100 amp service.
Plan a water test and septic inspection during your inspection period.
Is there a basement at 31 Lake Shore Drive?
No. The MLS lists no basement at 31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, NH.
What features does 31 Lake Shore Drive have?
Inside, the MLS lists these features at 31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, NH: wood fireplace, 1 fireplace, kitchen/living and natural light.
Outside: garden, porch and shed.
Flooring: hardwood.
Listed appliances: microwave, refrigerator and electric stove; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.
Does 31 Lake Shore Drive have a garage?
The MLS lists no garage at 31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, NH; parking is off a crushed stone driveway.
How does the price of 31 Lake Shore Drive compare with other Effingham listings?
At $550,000, 31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, NH is priced below the $599,990 median asking price of the 13 single-family homes for sale in Effingham 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 31 Lake Shore Drive?
To see 31 Lake Shore Drive in Effingham, 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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