Listed by RE/MAX Synergy · NH Realty Gals · Cell: 603-860-9464
Single Family Residence · Hancock, NH
17 Forest Road, Hancock, NH
$465,000
$470,000 · changed Oct 21, 2026
Est. $2,351/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 3
- Sq Ft
- 3,100
- Built
- 1900
- MLS®
- #5094020
Property Description
Here's your chance at a Hancock single-family home: 17 Forest Road, priced at $465,000. Expect 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 3,100 square feet of living space. Homes like this trade on the fundamentals: space, privacy and a New Hampshire address that works year-round. Also on the sheet: a 0.24-acre lot, 1900 construction and roughly $150 per square foot. Scroll on for current photos, the complete spec sheet and this Hancock listing's market context.
***$10,000 seller concession being offered for buyers to use towards a RATE BUYDOWN!, pre-paids, closing costs*** Historic character meets quintessential Hancock living in the heart of Hancock. This circa-1900 Victorian offers approximately 3,100 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, generous living spaces, and the architectural details that make historic New England homes so special. Enjoy high ceilings, updated kitchen, hardwood and softwood floors, abundant natural light, and a flexible floor plan with space for a home office, guests, or additional living needs. The rear deck offers Mount Skatutakee views, while the property directly abuts conservation land, creating a beautiful connection to nature. Just a short walk to Hancock village amenities including the library, market, café, school, and community events, with Norway Pond and area hiking and recreation nearby. A wonderful opportunity for buyers seeking a historic Hancock home, walkable village lifestyle, mountain views, conservation land, and the charm of a true four-season New England community. **Adding another dimension to this unique property, 17 Forest Road is located within Hancock's Village Commercial District. The district allows residential use while providing potential opportunities for a home occupation and, subject to applicable town approvals, a variety of additional uses including a home-based business, B&B, office, retail, restaurant, inn or multifamily housing. Buyers are encouraged to review Hancock zoning regulations and permitted uses for their individual plans
Location Highlights
17 Forest Road is a single family residence in Hancock, New Hampshire, listed at $465,000. That works out to about $150 per square foot, for a home built in 1900. It has been on the market for 5 months.
At this latitude, Hancock averages roughly 8.3 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.
Zoned schools in the Contoocook Valley SD SAU #1: Hancock Elementary School (Elementary), Great Brook School (Middle), ContoockVl (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
- 1
- SqFt
- 3,100
- Price / SqFt
- $150.00
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1900
- County
- NH-Hillsborough
- Town
- Hancock, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 116
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Hillsborough
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1900
- Zoning
- RESI
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater off Boiler, Washer
- Basement
- Yes
- Basement Access Type
- Walkout
- Basement Description
- Walk-Out Access
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 1
- Cooling
- None
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers
- Flooring
- Hardwood, Softwood
- Heating
- Oil, Hot Water
- Interior Features
- Natural Light, Natural Woodwork
- Rooms - Total
- 12
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 3,100
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 3,100
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 4,382
Location Information
- School - District
- Contoocook Valley SD SAU #1
- School - Elementary
- Hancock Elementary School
- School - High
- ContoockVl
- School - Middle/Jr
- Great Brook School
Financial Details
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $7,274
- Tax Year
- 2026
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Clapboard, Wood Frame
- Covenants
- No
- Flood Zone
- No
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Seasonal
- No
- Total Stories
- 3
- Surveyed
- Unknown
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
External Features
- Driveway
- Paved
- Exterior Features
- Deck, Partial Fence, Garden, Patio
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Garage
- No
- Lot Features
- Landscaped, Level, Sloped
- Lot - Acres
- 0.24
- Lot - SqFt
- 10,454
- Parking
- Driveway
- Road Frontage Type
- Paved, Public
- Road Frontage
- Yes
- Road Frontage Length
- 98
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Sewer
- Private
- Utilities
- Cable at Site
- Water Source
- Public
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5094020; Listed by RE/MAX Synergy · NH Realty Gals · Cell: 603-860-9464
Property History
Estimated annual taxes for this property
- 2024
- $7,905
- 2023
- $7,707
- 2022
- $7,510
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 Hancock
- 10
- Average list price
- $639,989
- Price range
- $150,000 – $1,550,000
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,107/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $2,351
- Property Tax
- $659
- Home Insurance
- $97
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 17 Forest Road, Hancock, NH
Assigned Schools
- Elementary
- Hancock Elementary School
- Middle
- Great Brook School
- High School
- ContoockVl
- District
- Contoocook Valley SD SAU #1
Source: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.
Questions About This Listing
How much does 17 Forest Road cost?
17 Forest Road in Hancock, NH is listed for $465,000 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $150 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on June 11, 2026.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 17 Forest Road have?
17 Forest Road in Hancock, NH has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms (1 full, 1 three-quarter and 1 half) in 3,100 square feet of finished living space.
What is the lot size of 17 Forest Road?
17 Forest Road in Hancock, NH sits on 0.24 acres, per the MLS.
The lot is described as landscaped, level and sloped.
It has 98 feet of road frontage (paved and public).
Zoning: RESI.
The MLS lists it as outside a flood zone.
What are the annual property taxes for 17 Forest Road?
Annual property taxes on 17 Forest Road in Hancock, NH are $7,274 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 Hancock assessing office.
What heating and cooling does 17 Forest Road have?
17 Forest Road in Hancock, NH is heated by oil and hot water, per the MLS.
The MLS lists no cooling system.
What are the water and sewer systems at 17 Forest Road?
17 Forest Road in Hancock, NH has public water and a private septic system, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: public; sewer: private.
Electric: circuit breakers.
Other utilities: cable at site.
Plan a water test and septic inspection during your inspection period.
Does 17 Forest Road have a basement?
Yes. 17 Forest Road in Hancock, NH has a basement with walkout access.
The MLS describes it as walk-out access.
What are the key features of 17 Forest Road?
Inside, the MLS lists these features at 17 Forest Road in Hancock, NH: natural light and natural woodwork.
Outside: deck, partial fence, garden and patio.
Flooring: hardwood and softwood.
Listed appliances: dishwasher, dryer, gas range, refrigerator, water heater off boiler and washer; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.
What parking does 17 Forest Road have?
The MLS lists no garage at 17 Forest Road in Hancock, NH; parking is off a paved driveway.
Parking details: driveway.
What school district is 17 Forest Road in?
The MLS places 17 Forest Road in Hancock, NH in the Contoocook Valley SD SAU #1.
Listed schools: Hancock Elementary School (elementary), Great Brook School (middle) and ContoockVl (high).
School assignments can change; confirm with the district.
Is 17 Forest Road still for sale?
Yes. 17 Forest Road in Hancock, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5094020).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Which brokerage has 17 Forest Road listed?
17 Forest Road in Hancock, NH is listed by NH Realty Gals of RE/MAX Synergy (603-472-3900).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
What type of home is 17 Forest Road?
17 Forest Road in Hancock, NH is a single-family home built in 1900.
The MLS lists its style as Victorian, with three stories.
What town is 17 Forest Road in?
17 Forest Road is in Hancock, New Hampshire 03449, in Hillsborough County.
How does the price of 17 Forest Road compare with other Hancock listings?
At $465,000, 17 Forest Road in Hancock, NH is priced below the $649,000 median asking price of the 7 single-family homes for sale in Hancock 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 17 Forest Road in person?
To see 17 Forest Road in Hancock, 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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