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218 Main Street, Alton, NH

Single Family Residence

For SaleActive
3 Beds|2 Baths|1,536 ft²|Built 1984|Alton

Listed by KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Wolfeboro · Adam Dow

Property Description

Offered at $549,000, this Alton single-family home at 218 Main Street pairs New Hampshire living with everyday convenience. It counts 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,536 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 garage parking for 3, 1984 construction and roughly $357 per square foot. Everything below — photos, details, schools and market data — updates live from the MLS. Browse more homes for sale in Alton.

Conveniently located right into the heart of downtown Alton, this freshly renovated contemporary blends character, flexibility, and Lakes Region lifestyle in all the right ways. Cathedral ceilings, skylights, and exposed beams create an airy, inviting feel, while the porch overlooking the downtown activity offers the perfect place to sip coffee and take in the energy of the village. The finished basement den adds bonus living space ideal for movie nights, a home office, or guest overflow, and the patio area offers a private space for outdoor entertaining. The oversized garage outbuilding opens the door to endless possibilities, whether you're storing cars, boats, and toys, running a home business, or dreaming bigger with the residential/commercial zoning. Above, the fully gutted upper level is a blank canvas with septic design already completed, ready for a future guest suite, game room, studio, or potential rental opportunity. Just minutes to Alton Bay marinas, the public beach, boat launch, restaurants, and shopping, with an easy commute toward the Seacoast, this property offers the rare combination of downtown convenience, flexible space, and year-round recreation.

Location Highlights

218 Main Street is a single family residence in Alton, New Hampshire, listed at $549,000. That works out to about $357 per square foot, for a home built in 1984. It has been on the market for 4 months.

From here it is 30.6 miles to Downtown Plymouth / Main Street and 35.4 miles to Owl's Nest Resort. At this latitude, Alton averages roughly 8.4 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.

Zoned schools: Alton Central School (Elementary), Alton Central School (Middle), ProspectMo (High). Always confirm zoning with the district office.

Property Details

Essentials & finishes

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total Baths:2
  • Full Baths:1
  • SqFt:1,536
  • Price / SqFt:$357.42
  • Property Type:Single Family Residence
  • Year Built:1984
  • County:NH-Belknap
  • Town:Alton, NH
  • Status:Active
  • Days on Market:110

Primary Features

CountyNH-Belknap
Property TypeResidential
Year Built1984
ZoningRC-RES COM W/M WATER

Interior Features

BasementYes
Basement Access TypeInterior
Basement DescriptionFinished, Interior Entry, Exterior Entry, Interior Stairs, Walk-Out Access
1/4 Baths0
3/4 Baths1
CoolingNone
Electric100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
FlooringCarpet, Vinyl Plank
HeatingPropane, Hot Water, Gas Stove
Rooms - Total10
SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade1,536
SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade256
SqFt Approximate Total Finished1,792
SqFt Approximate Total3,136

Location Information

School - ElementaryAlton Central School
School - HighProspectMo
School - Middle/JrAlton Central School

Financial Details

Tax - Gross Amount$3,586
Tax Year2025
Taxes TBDNo

Additional

Construction StatusExisting
ConstructionWood Frame, Vinyl Exterior
CovenantsNo
Flood ZoneNo
Pre-ConstructionNo
Property Sub TypeSingle Family Residence
SeasonalNo
Total StoriesOne and One Half
SurveyedUnknown
Timeshare/Fractional OwnershipNo

External Features

DrivewayPaved
Exterior FeaturesBalcony, Outbuilding, Patio
FoundationConcrete
GarageYes
Garage Capacity3
Lot FeaturesSidewalks, Steep Slope, Trail/Near Trail, Wooded, In Town, Near Shopping, Near Skiing, Near School(s)
Lot - Acres1.1
Lot - SqFt47,916
ParkingDriveway, Garage
Road Frontage TypePaved, Public Maintained Road, Public
Road FrontageYes
Road Frontage Length116
RoofAsphalt Shingle
SewerPrivate, Private Available
UtilitiesPropane
Water SourcePublic
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5091151; Listed by KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Wolfeboro · Adam Dow

Property History

Annual taxes for this property

YearAssessed Tax
2024$9,333
2023$9,100
2022$8,866

Estimated from list price; verify with the town assessor.

Market Data

Live snapshot computed from active listings in this town

  • Active listings in Alton91
  • Average list price$1,019,233
  • Price range$150,000 – $2,699,000

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Loan Term
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Estimated monthly payment$3,668 / mo
  • Principal & Interest$2,776
  • Property Tax$778
  • Home Insurance$114

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 218 Main Street, Alton, NH

ElementaryAlton Central School
MiddleAlton Central School
High SchoolProspectMo
$549,000/ Asking Price
For SaleActive
Est. $2,776 / mo20% down · 30yr · 6.5%
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Questions About This Listing

How much does 218 Main Street cost?

218 Main Street in Alton, NH is listed at $549,000.

That works out to about $357 per square foot.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 218 Main Street have?

The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

It offers 1,536 square feet of living space.

What type of home is 218 Main Street?

Single-family home in Alton, New Hampshire, built in 1984.

What area is 218 Main Street in?

The property is in Alton, New Hampshire (03809).

How do I find 218 Main Street on the MLS?

The MLS number is #5091151 (PrimeMLS), listed on May 27, 2026.

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