Listed by Wolfeboro Bay Real Estate, LLC · Sarah Blair · Off: 603-569-0101
Single Family Residence · Wolfeboro, NH
153 N Main Street, Wolfeboro, NH
$1,685,000
$1,749,000 · changed Sep 23, 2026
Est. $8,520/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 4
- Sq Ft
- 4,716
- Built
- 1895
- MLS®
- #5092835
Property Description
From its address at 153 N Main Street, this single-family home puts you in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire. On offer: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 4,716 square feet of living space, at a list price of $1,685,000. 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 2-acre lot, garage parking for 4 and 1895 construction. Browse the gallery and specs below; if it fits, we can have you through the door quickly. Browse more homes for sale in Wolfeboro.
Built in 1853 and known to generations of Wolfeboro residents as "The Varney House," this iconic Greek Revival stands as one of downtown's most recognized landmarks. The Fourth of July parade passes right by your front door, and steps from the property are charming boutiques, local restaurants, waterfront parks, and year-round community events. With easy access to scenic biking/walking trails and Lake Winnipesaukee, this exceptional property offers a lifestyle that is as active as it is relaxed. Rich with original character, wide-plank floors, natural woodwork, and 170 years of New England craftsmanship, this spacious home features 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms on 2 acres. The finished barn is the showpiece: soaring exposed beams, a magnificent custom stone fireplace, and a balcony overlooking the backyard. The home's energy systems are a standout: radiant floor heating, whole-home mini-splits, owned solar panels, and EV chargers in both the garage and barn modern efficiency in a historic shell. Recent upgrades including a new roof (2024), updated electrical, vinyl siding, and added insulation mean the character comes without the upkeep and a dry, insulated full basement means no surprises below grade either. Outside, an expansive composite deck with screened gazebo overlooks a beautifully maintained yard with mature fruit trees and a fenced area perfect for pets. A two-car garage, two lower barn levels, and an attached shed provide exceptional space for vehicles, tools, and toys. A landmark address in America's oldest summer resort town, this is Wolfeboro living at its finest.
Location Highlights
153 N Main Street is a single family residence in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, listed at $1,685,000. That works out to about $357 per square foot, for a home built in 1895. It has been on the market for 5 months.
From here it is 26 miles to Downtown Plymouth / Main Street and 29.1 miles to Owl's Nest Resort. At this latitude, Wolfeboro averages roughly 8.4 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.
Zoned schools in the Governor Wentworth Regional: Carpenter Elementary (Elementary), Kingswood Regional Middle (Middle), KingswoodR (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
- 4
- Full Baths
- 1
- SqFt
- 4,716
- Price / SqFt
- $357.29
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1895
- County
- NH-Carroll
- Town
- Wolfeboro, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 155
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Carroll
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1895
- Zoning
- NORTH
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Heat Pump Water Heater
- Basement
- Yes
- Basement Access Type
- Walkout
- Basement Description
- Concrete, Full, Insulated, Exterior Entry, Storage Space, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access, Basement Stairs
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 2
- Cooling
- Zoned, Mini Split
- Electric
- 200+ Amp Service, At Street, Generator Ready, Energy Storage Device, Pre-Wired for Renewables
- Flooring
- Hardwood, Tile
- Heating
- Oil, Mini Split
- Interior Features
- Fireplace Screens/Equip, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen/Family, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Surround Sound Wiring, Walk-In Closet(s), 2nd Floor Laundry, Smart Thermostat, No Access to Attic
- Rooms - Total
- 12
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 4,716
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 4,716
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 5,545
Location Information
- School - District
- Governor Wentworth Regional
- School - Elementary
- Carpenter Elementary
- School - High
- KingswoodR
- School - Middle/Jr
- Kingswood Regional Middle
Financial Details
- Electric Company
- Town of Wolfeboro
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $11,843
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Wood Frame
- Covenants
- No
- Easements
- No
- Flood Zone
- No
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Resort
- No
- Seasonal
- No
- Total Stories
- 3
- Surveyed
- Yes
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
- Water Access Details
- Municipal Residents Only
External Features
- Color
- White
- Driveway
- Paved
- Exterior Features
- Barn, Deck, Dog Fence, Partial Fence, Garden, Natural Shade, Porch, Storage, Double Pane Window(s)
- Foundation
- Block, Concrete, Fieldstone
- Garage
- Yes
- Garage Capacity
- 4
- Lot Features
- Landscaped, Trail/Near Trail, In Town, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Near Hospital, Near School(s)
- Lot - Acres
- 2
- Lot - SqFt
- 87,120
- Parking
- Paved
- Road Frontage Type
- Paved, Public
- Road Frontage
- Yes
- Road Frontage Length
- 115
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Sewer
- Public
- Utilities
- Propane
- Water Source
- Public
- Water Body Type
- Lake
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5092835; Listed by Wolfeboro Bay Real Estate, LLC · Sarah Blair · Off: 603-569-0101
Market Data
Live snapshot computed by Owl’s Nest Real Estate from PrimeMLS IDX active listings in this town
- Active listings in Wolfeboro
- 79
- Average list price
- $740,067
- Price range
- $299,000 – $1,995,000
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$9,858/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $8,520
- Property Tax
- $987
- Home Insurance
- $351
Property tax: this home’s 2025 annual tax bill of $11,843, per PrimeMLS. The rest is an Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate: insurance at 0.25% of home value/yr and PMI below 20% down. A sale can trigger a reassessment; confirm with the town assessor and your lender.
Around This Property
Schools, everyday places and nearby destinations near 153 N Main Street, Wolfeboro, NH
Assigned Schools
- Elementary
- Carpenter Elementary
- Middle
- Kingswood Regional Middle
- High School
- KingswoodR
- District
- Governor Wentworth Regional
Source: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.
Questions About This Listing
How much does 153 N Main Street cost?
153 N Main Street in Wolfeboro, NH is listed for $1,685,000 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $357 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on June 4, 2026.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 153 N Main Street have?
153 N Main Street in Wolfeboro, NH has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms (1 full, 2 three-quarter and 1 half) in 4,716 square feet of finished living space.
What is the lot size of 153 N Main Street?
153 N Main Street in Wolfeboro, NH sits on 2 acres, per the MLS.
The lot is described as landscaped.
It has 115 feet of road frontage (paved and public).
Zoning: NORTH.
The MLS says the lot has been surveyed.
The MLS lists it as outside a flood zone.
What are the annual property taxes for 153 N Main Street?
Annual property taxes on 153 N Main Street in Wolfeboro, NH are $11,843 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 Wolfeboro assessing office.
What heating and cooling does 153 N Main Street have?
153 N Main Street in Wolfeboro, NH is heated by oil and mini split, per the MLS.
Cooling: zoned and mini split.
What are the water and sewer systems at 153 N Main Street?
153 N Main Street in Wolfeboro, NH has public water and public sewer, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: public; sewer: public.
Electric: 200+ amp service, at street, generator ready, energy storage device and pre-wired for renewables (Town of Wolfeboro).
Other utilities: propane.
Does 153 N Main Street have a basement?
Yes. 153 N Main Street in Wolfeboro, NH has a basement with walkout access.
The MLS describes it as concrete, full, insulated, exterior entry, storage space, unfinished, walk-out access and basement stairs.
What are the key features of 153 N Main Street?
Inside, the MLS lists these features at 153 N Main Street in Wolfeboro, NH: fireplace screens/equip, kitchen island, kitchen/dining, kitchen/family, primary BR w/ BA, natural light, natural woodwork and surround sound wiring.
Outside: barn, deck, dog fence, partial fence, garden, natural shade, porch and storage.
Flooring: hardwood and tile.
Listed appliances: dishwasher, dryer, refrigerator, washer and heat pump water heater; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.
What parking does 153 N Main Street have?
153 N Main Street in Wolfeboro, NH has a 4-car garage and a paved driveway.
Parking details: paved.
Is 153 N Main Street a waterfront property?
The MLS does not list 153 N Main Street in Wolfeboro, NH as waterfront, but it notes water access on a lake.
Water access: municipal residents only.
Confirm frontage, shoreland rules and any dock or beach rights during due diligence.
What school district is 153 N Main Street in?
The MLS places 153 N Main Street in Wolfeboro, NH in the Governor Wentworth Regional school district.
Listed schools: Carpenter Elementary (elementary), Kingswood Regional Middle (middle) and KingswoodR (high).
School assignments can change; confirm with the district.
Is 153 N Main Street still for sale?
Yes. 153 N Main Street in Wolfeboro, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5092835).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Which brokerage has 153 N Main Street listed?
153 N Main Street in Wolfeboro, NH is listed by Sarah Blair of Wolfeboro Bay Real Estate, LLC (603-569-0101).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
What type of home is 153 N Main Street?
153 N Main Street in Wolfeboro, NH is a single-family home built in 1895.
The MLS lists its style as Antique, Greek Revival, with three stories.
What town is 153 N Main Street in?
153 N Main Street is in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire 03894, in Carroll County.
Location notes from the MLS: trail/near trail, in town, near golf course, near shopping, near hospital and near school(s).
Our Lakes Region guide covers Wolfeboro and the surrounding towns.
How does the price of 153 N Main Street compare with other Wolfeboro listings?
At $1,685,000, 153 N Main Street in Wolfeboro, NH is priced above the $875,000 median asking price of the 49 single-family homes for sale in Wolfeboro on PrimeMLS as of November 6, 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 153 N Main Street in person?
To see 153 N Main Street in Wolfeboro, 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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