Listed by Badger Peabody & Smith Realty/Littleton · Margaret L Jones · Cell: 508-344-8888

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Single Family Residence · Stratford, NH

ActiveFor SalePrice Reduced

1972 US Route 3, Stratford, NH

$249,900

$259,900 · changed Aug 17, 2026

Est. $1,264/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)

Beds
3
Baths
3
Sq Ft
2,203
Built
1892
MLS®
#5097671

Property Description

Set in Stratford, New Hampshire, 1972 US Route 3 is a single-family home built in 1892, now offered at $249,900. The layout delivers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2,203 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 0.24-acre lot, garage parking for 2 and roughly $113 per square foot. Browse the gallery and specs below; if it fits, we can have you through the door quickly.

Conveniently situated in the very heart of Stratford, this spacious New Englander is your gateway to all the Great North Woods has to offer. Once home to the town fire and police facilities, the property boasts modern conveniences balanced with historic charm. Moving through the generously-sized mudroom, an updated kitchen guides you to the bright and open dining and living areas that feature beautiful hardwood floors and a wood stove for comfortable supplemental heat. Upstairs you’ll find two large bedrooms served by a renovated full bath, along with convenient laundry area that doubles as a private office space (also recently renovated). A roomy apartment on the ground level has its own private entrance as well as access from the main house, and has been thoughtfully updated with new flooring and kitchen, making it the perfect area for your guests to have their own space or as an income-producing rental (with separately metered electric, water & sewer). A vault formerly used by the Town of Stratford adds a historic and unique feature to this space! Beyond the apartment, the over-sized garage has interior access and plenty of room for your vehicle, toys, a workshop and abundant storage above (along with the old firehose tower). Outside, you’ll enjoy a private, fenced-in yard and patio in the back, along with raised garden beds, a variety of colorful seasonal blooms and mature blueberry bushes that produce more fruit than you can imagine! An enclosed porch overlooks the Stratford Library and picnic area with the Connecticut River and snowmobile trail just across the street. Come view the many updates and historic features of this property by scheduling your private showing today!

Location Highlights

1972 US Route 3 is a single family residence in Stratford, New Hampshire, listed at $249,900. That works out to about $113 per square foot, for a home built in 1892. It has been on the market for 4 months.

At this latitude, Stratford averages roughly 8.5 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
3
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
2
SqFt
2,203
Price / SqFt
$113.44
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1892
County
NH-Coos
Town
Stratford, NH
Status
Active
Days on Market
111

Primary Features

County
NH-Coos
Property Type
Residential
Year Built
1892
Zoning
1F RES

Interior Features

Appliances
Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Basement
Yes
Basement Access Type
Interior
Basement Description
Unfinished
1/4 Baths
0
3/4 Baths
0
Cooling
None
Electric
100 Amp Service
Heating
Electric, Propane, Oil, Hot Air, Wood Stove
Rooms - Total
6
SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
2,203
SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
0
SqFt Approximate Total Finished
2,203
SqFt Approximate Total
2,302

Financial Details

Tax - Gross Amount
$3,629
Tax Year
2025
Taxes TBD
No

Additional

Construction Status
Existing
Construction
Wood Frame
Covenants
No
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

Color
White
Driveway
Gravel
Foundation
Block
Garage
Yes
Garage Capacity
2
Lot Features
In Town
Lot - Acres
0.24
Lot - SqFt
10,454
Road Frontage Type
Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage
Yes
Road Frontage Length
100
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Sewer
Public
Utilities
Other
Water Source
Public

MLS®: PrimeMLS #5097671; Listed by Badger Peabody & Smith Realty/Littleton · Margaret L Jones · Cell: 508-344-8888

Property History

Estimated annual taxes for this property

2024
$4,248
2023
$4,142
2022
$4,036

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 Stratford
13
Average list price
$245,200
Price range
$89,000 – $419,900

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Estimated Monthly Payment

$1,684/ mo

Principal & Interest
$1,264
Property Tax
$354
Home Insurance
$67

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 big is 1972 US Route 3?

1972 US Route 3 in Stratford, NH has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms (2 full and 1 half) in 2,203 square feet of finished living space.

What is the asking price of 1972 US Route 3?

1972 US Route 3 in Stratford, NH is listed for $249,900 on PrimeMLS.

That is about $113 per square foot of finished living space.

It came on the market on July 1, 2026.

Where is 1972 US Route 3 located?

1972 US Route 3 is in Stratford, New Hampshire 03590, in Coos County.

Location notes from the MLS: in town.

How much land comes with 1972 US Route 3?

1972 US Route 3 in Stratford, NH sits on 0.24 acres, per the MLS.

It has 100 feet of road frontage (public maintained road).

Zoning: 1F RES.

The MLS lists it as outside a flood zone.

How much are the property taxes on 1972 US Route 3?

Annual property taxes on 1972 US Route 3 in Stratford, NH are $3,629 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 Stratford assessing office.

How is 1972 US Route 3 heated?

1972 US Route 3 in Stratford, NH is heated by electric, propane, oil, hot air and wood stove, per the MLS.

The MLS lists no cooling system.

Does 1972 US Route 3 have town water and sewer?

1972 US Route 3 in Stratford, NH has public water and public sewer, per the MLS.

MLS details — water: public; sewer: public.

Electric: 100 amp service.

Is there a basement at 1972 US Route 3?

Yes. 1972 US Route 3 in Stratford, NH has a basement with interior access.

The MLS describes it as unfinished.

What features does 1972 US Route 3 have?

The MLS lists these appliances at 1972 US Route 3 in Stratford, NH: dishwasher, electric range and refrigerator; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.

Does 1972 US Route 3 have a garage?

1972 US Route 3 in Stratford, NH has a 2-car garage and a gravel driveway.

Is 1972 US Route 3 still available?

Yes. 1972 US Route 3 in Stratford, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5097671).

Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.

Who is the listing agent for 1972 US Route 3?

1972 US Route 3 in Stratford, NH is listed by Margaret L Jones of Badger Peabody & Smith Realty/Littleton (603-444-1294).

Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.

What kind of property is 1972 US Route 3?

1972 US Route 3 in Stratford, NH is a single-family home built in 1892.

The MLS lists its style as New Englander, with 1.75 stories.

How does the price of 1972 US Route 3 compare with other Stratford listings?

At $249,900, 1972 US Route 3 in Stratford, NH is priced close to the $247,450 median asking price of the 8 single-family homes for sale in Stratford 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 1972 US Route 3?

To see 1972 US Route 3 in Stratford, 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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