Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty Andover MA · Derek Zahoruiko · Off: 978-296-8435
Single Family Residence · Thornton, NH
3039 US Route 3, Thornton, NH
$1,495,000
$1,695,000 · changed Oct 25, 2026
Est. $7,560/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 3
- Sq Ft
- 2,536
- Built
- 1997
- MLS®
- #5075532
Property Description
Offered at $1,495,000, this Thornton single-family home at 3039 US Route 3 pairs New Hampshire living with everyday convenience. It counts 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2,536 square feet of living space. The format is the classic one — a standalone home with no association between you and your plans for it. Beyond the basics, the listing carries a 70.16-acre lot, garage parking for 6 and 1997 construction. Everything below — photos, details, schools and market data — updates live from the MLS.
70 acres in prime NH location! Rare three-lot offering totaling 70.16 acres across three surveyed parcels, delivering exceptional privacy, flexibility and investment potential. Commercial zoning provides opportunities for a variety of future uses. Lot 1 features a custom 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence privately situated at the end of a long driveway with sweeping northernly views of the Franconia Ridge. Designed for expansive single-level living, the home offers high-end finishes, a luxury kitchen ideal for entertaining, sweeping mountain views and miles of private trails. Additional amenities include an attached 3-car garage with EV charger, a substantial detached 30'x60' 3-stall barn/garage and owned solar that may cover most or all electrical needs. A Can-Am four-wheel vehicle is included. Lot 2 includes ~25 acres at a higher elevation, with potential for far-reaching panoramic views. Lot 3 includes ~17 acres in a tranquil setting, offering potential mountain views and nearly 1,900 feet of frontage along Bagley Brook, which flows into the Pemigewasset River. Walking trails throughout the 70 acres. Great for someone seeking privacy. Test-pit data is available for both vacant lots, and Lot 3 includes a 6-bedroom septic design. See the subdivision plan for lot layout and driveway access. An exceptional opportunity for a private estate, family compound, luxury retreat or distinctive investment.
Location Highlights
3039 US Route 3 is a single family residence in Thornton, New Hampshire, listed at $1,495,000. That works out to about $590 per square foot, for a home built in 1997. It has been on the market for 9 months.
From here it is 2.9 miles to Owl's Nest Resort and 8.3 miles to Waterville Valley Resort. At this latitude, Thornton averages roughly 8.4 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.
Zoned schools in the Thornton: Thornton Central School (Elementary). 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
- 3
- SqFt
- 2,536
- Price / SqFt
- $589.51
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1997
- County
- NH-Grafton
- Town
- Thornton, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 259
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Grafton
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1997
- Zoning
- Commercial
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Freezer, Microwave, Mini Fridge, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Propane Water Heater
- Basement
- Yes
- Basement Access Type
- Walkout
- Basement Description
- Climate Controlled, Insulated, Locked Storage, Interior Stairs
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 0
- Cooling
- Mini Split, Wall Unit(s)
- Electric
- 200+ Amp Service
- Flooring
- Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
- Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Hot Water, Passive Solar
- Interior Features
- Blinds, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, 1 Fireplace, Furnished, Hot Tub, Security, Indoor Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Laundry, Smart Thermostat
- Rooms - Total
- 12
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 2,536
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 1,304
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 3,840
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 4,115
Location Information
- School - District
- Thornton
- School - Elementary
- Thornton Central School
Financial Details
- Electric Company
- NH Electric Coop.
- Fuel Company
- Dead River Propane
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $9,667.41
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Covenants
- No
- Easements
- Yes
- Flood Zone
- No
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Seasonal
- No
- Total Stories
- Two
- Surveyed
- Yes
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
- Water Access Details
- Directly Adjoining
External Features
- Color
- Red
- Driveway
- Common/Shared, Paved
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Garage
- Yes
- Garage Capacity
- 6
- Lot Features
- Landscaped, Mountain View, Wooded, Near Golf Course, Near Skiing, Near Snowmobile Trails, Near Railroad, Near ATV Trail
- Lot - Acres
- 70.16
- Lot - SqFt
- 3,056,170
- Parking
- RV Garage, Garage, Parking Spaces 21+, Barn, Attached, Detached
- Road Frontage Type
- Paved, Public Maintained Road, Public
- Road Frontage
- Yes
- Road Frontage Length
- 765
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Sewer
- 1250 Gallon, Leach Field, Septic Tank
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Propane
- Water Source
- Drilled Well, Private
- Water Body Type
- Brook/Stream
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5075532; Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty Andover MA · Derek Zahoruiko · Off: 978-296-8435
Property History
Estimated annual taxes for this property
- 2024
- $25,415
- 2023
- $24,780
- 2022
- $24,144
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 Thornton
- 66
- Average list price
- $653,208
- Price range
- $25,000 – $1,649,900
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$9,989/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $7,560
- Property Tax
- $2,118
- Home Insurance
- $311
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 3039 US Route 3, Thornton, NH
Assigned Schools
- Elementary
- Thornton Central School
- District
- Thornton
Source: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.
Questions About This Listing
How much does 3039 US Route 3 cost?
3039 US Route 3 in Thornton, NH is listed for $1,495,000 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $590 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on February 3, 2026.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 3039 US Route 3 have?
3039 US Route 3 in Thornton, NH has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in 2,536 square feet of finished living space.
Counting 1,304 finished square feet below grade, the MLS lists 3,840 finished square feet in total.
What type of home is 3039 US Route 3?
3039 US Route 3 in Thornton, NH is a single-family home built in 1997.
The MLS lists its style as Contemporary, Detached, with two stories.
What town is 3039 US Route 3 in?
3039 US Route 3 is in Thornton, New Hampshire 03285, in Grafton County.
Location notes from the MLS: near golf course, near skiing, near snowmobile trails, near railroad and near ATV trail.
Our Thornton NH guide covers the town and its current listings.
What is the lot size of 3039 US Route 3?
3039 US Route 3 in Thornton, NH sits on 70.16 acres, per the MLS.
The lot is described as landscaped and wooded.
It has 765 feet of road frontage (paved, public maintained road and public).
Zoning: Commercial.
The MLS says the lot has been surveyed.
The MLS lists it as outside a flood zone.
The MLS notes easements; review them in the deed and title work.
What are the annual property taxes for 3039 US Route 3?
Annual property taxes on 3039 US Route 3 in Thornton, NH are $9,667 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 Thornton assessing office.
What heating and cooling does 3039 US Route 3 have?
3039 US Route 3 in Thornton, NH is heated by baseboard, electric, hot water and passive solar, per the MLS.
Cooling: mini split and wall unit(s).
What are the water and sewer systems at 3039 US Route 3?
3039 US Route 3 in Thornton, NH has a private drilled well and a private septic system, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: drilled well and private; sewer: 1250 gallon, leach field and septic tank.
Electric: 200+ amp service (NH Electric Coop.).
Other utilities: cable available and propane.
Plan a water test and septic inspection during your inspection period.
Does 3039 US Route 3 have a basement?
Yes. 3039 US Route 3 in Thornton, NH has a basement with walkout access, including 1,304 finished square feet.
The MLS describes it as climate controlled, insulated, locked storage and interior stairs.
What are the key features of 3039 US Route 3?
Inside, the MLS lists these features at 3039 US Route 3 in Thornton, NH: blinds, ceiling fan(s), dining area, 1 fireplace, furnished, hot tub, security and indoor storage.
Flooring: hardwood, laminate and tile.
Listed appliances: dishwasher, dryer, range hood, freezer, microwave, mini fridge, gas range, refrigerator, washer and propane water heater; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.
What parking does 3039 US Route 3 have?
3039 US Route 3 in Thornton, NH has a 6-car garage and a common/shared and paved driveway.
Parking details: RV garage, garage, parking spaces 21+, barn, attached and detached.
Is 3039 US Route 3 a waterfront property?
Yes. The MLS lists 3039 US Route 3 in Thornton, NH as a waterfront property on a brook/stream.
Water access: directly adjoining.
The MLS also notes mountain view.
Confirm frontage, shoreland rules and any dock or beach rights during due diligence.
What school district is 3039 US Route 3 in?
The MLS places 3039 US Route 3 in Thornton, NH in the Thornton school district.
Listed schools: Thornton Central School (elementary).
School assignments can change; confirm with the district.
Is 3039 US Route 3 still for sale?
Yes. 3039 US Route 3 in Thornton, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5075532).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Which brokerage has 3039 US Route 3 listed?
3039 US Route 3 in Thornton, NH is listed by Derek Zahoruiko of Coldwell Banker Realty Andover MA (978-296-8435).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
How does the price of 3039 US Route 3 compare with other Thornton listings?
At $1,495,000, 3039 US Route 3 in Thornton, NH is priced above the $950,000 median asking price of the 35 single-family homes for sale in Thornton 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 3039 US Route 3 in person?
To see 3039 US Route 3 in Thornton, 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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