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251 Macdowell Road, Peterborough, NH

Single Family Residence

For SaleActive
4 Beds|2 Baths|1,750 ft²|Built 1962|Peterborough

Listed by Keller Williams Realty-Metropolitan · Matthew Despres

Property Description

A single-family home with New Hampshire roots, 251 Macdowell Road in Peterborough dates to 1962 and lists at $425,000. The home provides 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,750 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: garage parking for 1 and roughly $243 per square foot. The full photo gallery, live pricing and every MLS detail for 251 Macdowell Road follow below.

Charming 4-bedroom Cape nestled in desirable West Peterborough. This bright and airy home features a large living room with a cozy fireplace, a welcoming morning kitchen with refrigerator and ample room for a table, and a brand-new kitchen with new appliances. First-floor laundry adds everyday convenience. The property also includes a 1-car attached garage and a portable shelter for extra storage. Ideally located near Adams Playground and scenic MacDowell Reservoir, with easy access to Route 101 for convenient commuting, this home offers a wonderful blend of comfort, convenience, and charm.

Location Highlights

251 Macdowell Road is a single family residence in Peterborough, New Hampshire, listed at $425,000. That works out to about $243 per square foot, for a home built in 1962. It has been on the market for 5 weeks.

At this latitude, Peterborough averages roughly 8.3 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.

Zoned schools in the Contoocook Valley SD SAU #1: Peterborough Elem School (Elementary), South Meadow School (Middle), ContoockVl (High). Always confirm zoning with the district office.

Property Details

Essentials & finishes

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total Baths:2
  • Full Baths:1
  • SqFt:1,750
  • Price / SqFt:$242.86
  • Property Type:Single Family Residence
  • Year Built:1962
  • County:NH-Hillsborough
  • Town:Peterborough, NH
  • Status:Active
  • Days on Market:26

Primary Features

CountyNH-Hillsborough
Property TypeResidential
Year Built1962
ZoningResidential

Interior Features

AppliancesDishwasher, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator
BasementYes
Basement Access TypeWalk-up
Basement DescriptionBulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
1/4 Baths0
3/4 Baths0
CoolingNone
Electric200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
FlooringHardwood, Softwood, Vinyl, Vinyl Plank
HeatingHot Water
Interior FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Wood Fireplace, Hearth, Laundry Hook-ups, Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Laundry
Rooms - Total8
SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade1,750
SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade0
SqFt Approximate Total Finished1,750
SqFt Approximate Total2,660

Location Information

School - DistrictContoocook Valley SD SAU #1
School - ElementaryPeterborough Elem School
School - HighContoockVl
School - Middle/JrSouth Meadow School

Financial Details

Tax - Gross Amount$8,383
Tax Year2025
Taxes TBDNo

Additional

Construction StatusExisting
ConstructionClapboard
CovenantsNo
Flood ZoneNo
Pre-ConstructionNo
Property Sub TypeSingle Family Residence
SeasonalNo
Total Stories1.75
SurveyedUnknown
Timeshare/Fractional OwnershipNo

External Features

DrivewayPaved
Exterior FeaturesPorch, Storage
FoundationPoured Concrete
GarageYes
Garage Capacity1
Lot FeaturesCountry Setting, Wooded, Neighborhood
Lot - Acres0.89
Lot - SqFt38,768
ParkingAttached, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Off Street, Paved
Road Frontage TypePublic
Road FrontageTBD
RoofArchitectural Shingle, Asphalt Shingle
SewerLeach Field, Private, Septic Tank
UtilitiesCable Available, Phone Available
Water SourcePublic
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5105117; Listed by Keller Williams Realty-Metropolitan · Matthew Despres

Property History

Annual taxes for this property

YearAssessed Tax
2024$7,225
2023$7,044
2022$6,864

Estimated from list price; verify with the town assessor.

Market Data

Live snapshot computed from active listings in this town

  • Active listings in Peterborough45
  • Average list price$496,786
  • Price range$160,000 – $849,000

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20%
Loan Term
6.5%
Estimated monthly payment$2,840 / mo
  • Principal & Interest$2,149
  • Property Tax$602
  • Home Insurance$89

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 251 Macdowell Road, Peterborough, NH

ElementaryPeterborough Elem School
MiddleSouth Meadow School
High SchoolContoockVl
DistrictContoocook Valley SD SAU #1
$425,000/ Asking Price
For SaleActive
Est. $2,149 / mo20% down · 30yr · 6.5%
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Questions About This Listing

What type of home is 251 Macdowell Road?

Single-family home in Peterborough, New Hampshire, built in 1962.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 251 Macdowell Road have?

The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

It offers 1,750 square feet of living space.

What area is 251 Macdowell Road in?

The property is in Peterborough, New Hampshire (03458).

How much does 251 Macdowell Road cost?

251 Macdowell Road in Peterborough, NH is listed at $425,000.

That works out to about $243 per square foot.

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