Listed by BHG Masiello Keene · Paul Rodenhauser · 603-352-5433
Single Family Residence · Keene, NH
87 Water Street, Keene, NH
$324,000
$365,000 · changed Oct 27, 2026
Est. $1,638/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 1
- Sq Ft
- 1,539
- Built
- 1903
- MLS®
- #5113130
Property Description
Set in Keene, New Hampshire, 87 Water Street is a single-family home built in 1903, now offered at $324,000. The layout delivers 5 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 1,539 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 0.15-acre lot, garage parking for 1 and roughly $211 per square foot. Browse the gallery and specs below; if it fits, we can have you through the door quickly.
A rare opportunity to own a property where historic character, versatility, and an exceptional in-town location come together. Set behind a welcoming front porch, 87 Water Street offers the warmth and architectural details of an earlier era with thoughtful updates for today’s lifestyle. Inside, you’ll find an inviting eat-in kitchen with a distinctive tin ceiling and pantry, wood floors, bullseye molding, updated windows, a thoughtfully preserved original stained-glass window, and an abundance of oversized closets. Original character is thoughtfully woven throughout, creating a sense of warmth and authenticity that is increasingly difficult to find. Tidy, comfortable, and move-in ready, the home also features a newer boiler. The backyard offers ample space for gardening, entertaining, recreation, and outdoor enjoyment. A substantial outbuilding provides exceptional versatility, with generous workshop and storage space, vehicle parking, electricity, and a second floor. The structure has received City of Keene Planning Board approval for conversion to a one-bedroom residential unit, offering valuable potential for additional living space or other uses. Buyer to verify current status, approvals, and permitted use with the City. The location is equally compelling, with downtown Keene, the Co-op, playgrounds, schools, shops, restaurants, and other amenities all within easy walking distance. Enjoy the convenience of an in-town lifestyle with the added space and flexibility this property provides. With its character-filled interior, substantial outbuilding, inviting outdoor spaces, and walkable location, 87 Water Street offers a unique combination of history, functionality, and future potential. Most furnishings may also be available for purchase. Schedule your showing today!
Location Highlights
87 Water Street is a single family residence in Keene, New Hampshire, listed at $324,000. That works out to about $211 per square foot, for a home built in 1903. It has been on the market for 4 weeks.
At this latitude, Keene averages roughly 8.3 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.
Zoned schools in the Keene Sch Dst SAU #29: Wheelock Elementary (Elementary), Keene Middle School (Middle), KeeneHighS (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
- 5
- Total Baths
- 1
- SqFt
- 1,539
- Price / SqFt
- $210.53
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1903
- County
- NH-Cheshire
- Town
- Keene, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 23
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Cheshire
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1903
- Zoning
- RP
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement
- Yes
- Basement Access Type
- Walkout
- Basement Description
- Unfinished
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 1
- Cooling
- None
- Electric
- 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Flooring
- Combination, Carpet, Other, Vinyl, Wood
- Heating
- Oil, Steam
- Interior Features
- Attic with Hatch/Scuttle, Laundry Hook-ups, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Rooms - Total
- 7
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 1,539
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 1,539
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 2,283
Location Information
- School - District
- Keene Sch Dst SAU #29
- School - Elementary
- Wheelock Elementary
- School - High
- KeeneHighS
- School - Middle/Jr
- Keene Middle School
Financial Details
- Electric Company
- Eversource
- Fuel Company
- Davis Oil
- Sale Includes
- Land/Building
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $6,520
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Aluminum Siding, Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Covenants
- Unknown
- Flood Zone
- No
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Seasonal
- No
- Total Stories
- 1.75
- Surveyed
- Unknown
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
External Features
- Driveway
- Paved
- Exterior Features
- Garden, Other - See Remarks, Outbuilding, Porch, Covered Porch
- Foundation
- Brick/Mortar, Concrete, Stone
- Garage
- Yes
- Garage Capacity
- 1
- Lot Features
- City Lot, Level, In Town, Near Paths, Near School(s)
- Lot - Acres
- 0.15
- Lot - SqFt
- 6,534
- Parking
- Driveway, On Site, Storage Above
- Road Frontage Type
- Public
- Road Frontage
- Yes
- Road Frontage Length
- 74
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Sewer
- Public
- Utilities
- Other
- Water Source
- Public
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5113130; Listed by BHG Masiello Keene · Paul Rodenhauser · 603-352-5433
Property History
Estimated annual taxes for this property
- 2024
- $5,508
- 2023
- $5,370
- 2022
- $5,233
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 Keene
- 60
- Average list price
- $425,142
- Price range
- $199,999 – $975,000
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,165/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $1,638
- Property Tax
- $459
- Home Insurance
- $68
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 87 Water Street, Keene, NH
Assigned Schools
- Elementary
- Wheelock Elementary
- Middle
- Keene Middle School
- High School
- KeeneHighS
- District
- Keene Sch Dst SAU #29
Source: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.
Questions About This Listing
How big is 87 Water Street?
87 Water Street in Keene, NH has 5 bedrooms and 1 bathroom in 1,539 square feet of finished living space.
What is the asking price of 87 Water Street?
87 Water Street in Keene, NH is listed for $324,000 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $211 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on October 7, 2026.
What schools serve 87 Water Street?
The MLS places 87 Water Street in Keene, NH in the Keene Sch Dst SAU #29.
Listed schools: Wheelock Elementary (elementary), Keene Middle School (middle) and KeeneHighS (high).
School assignments can change; confirm with the district.
Is 87 Water Street still available?
Yes. 87 Water Street in Keene, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5113130).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Who is the listing agent for 87 Water Street?
87 Water Street in Keene, NH is listed by Paul Rodenhauser of BHG Masiello Keene (603-352-5433).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
What kind of property is 87 Water Street?
87 Water Street in Keene, NH is a single-family home built in 1903.
The MLS lists its style as New Englander, with 1.75 stories.
Where is 87 Water Street located?
87 Water Street is in Keene, New Hampshire 03431, in Cheshire County.
Location notes from the MLS: in town, near paths and near school(s).
How much land comes with 87 Water Street?
87 Water Street in Keene, NH sits on 0.15 acres, per the MLS.
The lot is described as city lot and level.
It has 74 feet of road frontage (public).
Zoning: RP.
The MLS lists it as outside a flood zone.
How much are the property taxes on 87 Water Street?
Annual property taxes on 87 Water Street in Keene, NH are $6,520 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 Keene assessing office.
How is 87 Water Street heated?
87 Water Street in Keene, NH is heated by oil and steam, per the MLS.
The MLS lists no cooling system.
Does 87 Water Street have town water and sewer?
87 Water Street in Keene, NH has public water and public sewer, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: public; sewer: public.
Electric: 100 amp service and circuit breakers (Eversource).
Is there a basement at 87 Water Street?
Yes. 87 Water Street in Keene, NH has a basement with walkout access.
The MLS describes it as unfinished.
What features does 87 Water Street have?
Inside, the MLS lists these features at 87 Water Street in Keene, NH: attic with hatch/scuttle, laundry hook-ups, natural light, natural woodwork and walk-in closet(s).
Outside: garden, outbuilding, porch and covered porch.
Flooring: combination, carpet, vinyl and wood.
Listed appliances: dishwasher, dryer, electric range, refrigerator and washer; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.
Does 87 Water Street have a garage?
87 Water Street in Keene, NH has a 1-car garage and a paved driveway.
Parking details: driveway, on site and storage above.
How does the price of 87 Water Street compare with other Keene listings?
At $324,000, 87 Water Street in Keene, NH is priced below the $388,950 median asking price of the 34 single-family homes for sale in Keene 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 87 Water Street?
To see 87 Water Street in Keene, 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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