Listed by BHHS Verani Bedford · Jodie Boutwell · Phone: 603-369-1403
Single Family Residence · Jefferson, NH
1955 Presidential Highway, Jefferson, NH
$1,500,000
Est. $7,585/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 4
- Sq Ft
- 4,776
- Built
- 1937
- MLS®
- #5087162
Property Description
Buyers searching Jefferson, New Hampshire will want a look at 1955 Presidential Highway — a single-family home asking $1,500,000. It features 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 4,776 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 31.47-acre lot, garage parking for 4 and 1937 construction. Everything below — photos, details, schools and market data — updates live from the MLS.
Live where you work, Love where you live!! Turnkey opportunity to own a beloved White Mountains destination while enjoying the lifestyle of living where you work at the iconic Water Wheel Breakfast & Gift House in Jefferson. Ideally located on busy Route 2 / Presidential Highway with beautiful views of Mount Washington, this long-established breakfast restaurant and gift shop has welcomed locals and travelers for generations. Built with the vision of becoming more than just a place to stop, Water Wheel has become a true destination where memories are made, traditions begin, and guests return year after year. Known for hearty homemade breakfasts, generous portions, New Hampshire-made gifts, homemade fudge, and genuine hospitality, Water Wheel has earned a special place in the hearts of both locals and visitors alike. Whether guests are beginning a day hiking Mount Washington, heading to nearby ski areas, exploring snowmobile trails, or taking in the scenic beauty of the White Mountains, Water Wheel has long been a must-visit stop along the way. This high-visibility location benefits from strong year-round tourism and proximity to many of New Hampshire’s most sought-after outdoor attractions, creating exceptional exposure for an owner-operator or investor seeking an established and well-loved business. The property features a welcoming dining area, gift shop, ample on-site parking, and personal living quarters—offering the rare opportunity to seamlessly combine business ownership with the convenience and lifestyle of living on-site in the heart of the White Mountains. More than just a restaurant and gift shop, Water Wheel represents the opportunity to build a life where work, home, community, and lifestyle come together. Continue the legacy or bring your own vision to this special property that has become part of the fabric of the community—where neighbors gather, travelers return, and lasting memories are made.
Location Highlights
1955 Presidential Highway is a single family residence in Jefferson, New Hampshire, listed at $1,500,000. That works out to about $314 per square foot, for a home built in 1937. It has been on the market for 6 months.
From here it is 25.2 miles to Loon Mountain Resort and 28.9 miles to Waterville Valley Resort. At this latitude, Jefferson averages roughly 8.4 hours of sun a day in June and 3.5 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
- 4
- Total Baths
- 4
- Full Baths
- 1
- SqFt
- 4,776
- Price / SqFt
- $314.07
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1937
- County
- NH-Coos
- Town
- Jefferson, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 168
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Coos
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1937
- Zoning
- comm/IND
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Stand Alone Ice Maker, Washer, Gas Stove, Water Heater
- Basement
- Yes
- Basement Access Type
- Interior
- Basement Description
- Unfinished
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 0
- Cooling
- Other
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate, Wood
- Heating
- Oil, Hot Water, Wood, Wood Stove
- Interior Features
- Blinds, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Furnished, Kitchen/Family, Laundry Hook-ups, Natural Woodwork, Walk-in Pantry, Wood Stove Hook-up
- Rooms - Total
- 9
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 4,776
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 4,776
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 5,096
Financial Details
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $8,143
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Wood Siding
- Covenants
- Unknown
- Easements
- Yes
- 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
- Color
- Red
- Driveway
- Gravel, Paved
- Exterior Features
- Building, Deck, Outbuilding, Covered Porch
- Foundation
- Stone
- Garage
- Yes
- Garage Capacity
- 4
- Lot Features
- Country Setting, Major Road Frontage, Mountain View, Other, Trail/Near Trail, Near Snowmobile Trails, Near ATV Trail
- Lot - Acres
- 31.47
- Lot - SqFt
- 1,370,833
- Parking
- Off Street, Other, Parking Spaces 21+
- Road Frontage Type
- Paved, Public Maintained Road, Public
- Road Frontage
- TBD
- Roof
- Metal
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Utilities
- Other
- Water Source
- Drilled Well
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5087162; Listed by BHHS Verani Bedford · Jodie Boutwell · Phone: 603-369-1403
Property History
Estimated annual taxes for this property
- 2024
- $25,500
- 2023
- $24,863
- 2022
- $24,225
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 Jefferson
- 16
- Average list price
- $592,033
- Price range
- $129,900 – $1,950,000
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$10,022/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $7,585
- Property Tax
- $2,125
- Home Insurance
- $313
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 1955 Presidential Highway, Jefferson, NH
Source: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.
Questions About This Listing
How big is 1955 Presidential Highway?
1955 Presidential Highway in Jefferson, NH has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms (1 full and 3 half) in 4,776 square feet of finished living space.
What is the asking price of 1955 Presidential Highway?
1955 Presidential Highway in Jefferson, NH is listed for $1,500,000 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $314 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on May 5, 2026.
How much are the property taxes on 1955 Presidential Highway?
Annual property taxes on 1955 Presidential Highway in Jefferson, NH are $8,143 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 Jefferson assessing office.
How is 1955 Presidential Highway heated?
1955 Presidential Highway in Jefferson, NH is heated by oil, hot water, wood and wood stove, per the MLS.
Does 1955 Presidential Highway have town water and sewer?
1955 Presidential Highway in Jefferson, NH has a private drilled well and a private septic system, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: drilled well; sewer: septic tank.
Electric: circuit breakers.
Plan a water test and septic inspection during your inspection period.
Is there a basement at 1955 Presidential Highway?
Yes. 1955 Presidential Highway in Jefferson, NH has a basement with interior access.
The MLS describes it as unfinished.
What features does 1955 Presidential Highway have?
Inside, the MLS lists these features at 1955 Presidential Highway in Jefferson, NH: blinds, ceiling fan(s), dining area, furnished, kitchen/family, laundry hook-ups, natural woodwork and walk-in pantry.
Outside: building, deck, outbuilding and covered porch.
Flooring: carpet, laminate and wood.
Listed appliances: dishwasher, dryer, range hood, stand alone ice maker, washer, gas stove and water heater; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.
Does 1955 Presidential Highway have a garage?
1955 Presidential Highway in Jefferson, NH has a 4-car garage and a gravel and paved driveway.
Parking details: off street and parking spaces 21+.
Does 1955 Presidential Highway have a view?
Yes. The MLS lists mountain view for 1955 Presidential Highway in Jefferson, NH.
Is 1955 Presidential Highway still available?
Yes. 1955 Presidential Highway in Jefferson, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5087162).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Who is the listing agent for 1955 Presidential Highway?
1955 Presidential Highway in Jefferson, NH is listed by Jodie Boutwell of BHHS Verani Bedford (603-472-1010).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
What kind of property is 1955 Presidential Highway?
1955 Presidential Highway in Jefferson, NH is a single-family home built in 1937.
The MLS lists its style as Conversion, Other, with two stories.
Where is 1955 Presidential Highway located?
1955 Presidential Highway is in Jefferson, New Hampshire 03583, in Coos County.
Location notes from the MLS: trail/near trail, near snowmobile trails and near ATV trail.
How much land comes with 1955 Presidential Highway?
1955 Presidential Highway in Jefferson, NH sits on 31.47 acres, per the MLS.
The lot is described as country setting and major road frontage.
Zoning: comm/IND.
The MLS lists it as outside a flood zone.
The MLS notes easements; review them in the deed and title work.
How does the price of 1955 Presidential Highway compare with other Jefferson listings?
At $1,500,000, 1955 Presidential Highway in Jefferson, NH is priced above the $610,000 median asking price of the 8 single-family homes for sale in Jefferson 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 1955 Presidential Highway?
To see 1955 Presidential Highway in Jefferson, 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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