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48 South Shore Road, New Durham, NH

Single Family Residence

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Listed by LandVest / Christie's International Real Estate · Aimee Garrepy · 603-956-5009

3 Beds|1 Baths|1,465 ft²|Built 1946|New Durham

Property Description

Here's your chance at a New Durham single-family home: 48 South Shore Road, priced at $1,240,000. Expect 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 1,465 square feet of living space. Homes like this trade on the fundamentals: space, privacy and a New Hampshire address that works year-round. Also on the sheet: garage parking for 1, 1946 construction and roughly $846 per square foot. Scroll on for current photos, the complete spec sheet and this New Durham listing's market context.

Set along the shores of Merrymeeting Lake, 48 South Shore Road is a charming year-round waterfront home with 99 feet of private frontage in a peaceful, wooded setting. Known for its crystal-clear, spring-fed waters, Merrymeeting Lake encompasses 1,233 acres surrounded by the natural beauty of New Hampshire's mountains and forests. The three-bedroom, one-bath residence provides a comfortable and relaxed setting for lakeside living. A versatile loft provides additional space for guests, a home office, or a quiet retreat, while the three-season porch is a welcoming place to enjoy the surrounding landscape. Outside, the waterfront lot provides direct access to the lake for swimming, boating, kayaking, fishing, and time spent along the shoreline. An additional 0.34-acre parcel located directly across the street includes a separate garage, providing valuable space for parking, storage, boats, and recreational equipment. Conveniently located less than one hour from Portsmouth and less than two hours from Boston, the property is well suited for both year-round living and seasonal enjoyment. With private waterfront, a natural setting, and the added flexibility of a separate parcel, 48 South Shore Road presents an appealing opportunity to enjoy life on one of New Hampshire's beautiful lakes.

Location Highlights

48 South Shore Road is a single family residence in New Durham, New Hampshire, listed at $1,240,000. That works out to about $846 per square foot, for a home built in 1946. It has been on the market for 11 days.

From here it is 32.1 miles to Downtown Plymouth / Main Street and 36.4 miles to Owl's Nest Resort. At this latitude, New Durham averages roughly 8.4 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.

Zoned schools in the Governor Wentworth Regional: New Durham Elementary (Elementary), Kingswood Regional Middle Sch (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:3
  • Total Baths:1
  • Full Baths:1
  • SqFt:1,465
  • Price / SqFt:$846.42
  • Property Type:Single Family Residence
  • Year Built:1946
  • County:NH-Strafford
  • Town:New Durham, NH
  • Status:Active
  • Days on Market:6

Primary Features

CountyNH-Strafford
Property TypeResidential
Year Built1946
ZoningResidential

Interior Features

AppliancesElectric Cooktop, Electric Range, Refrigerator
BasementYes
Basement Access TypeWalkout
Basement DescriptionPartial
1/4 Baths0
3/4 Baths0
CoolingNone
ElectricCircuit Breakers
FlooringCarpet, Hardwood
HeatingForced Air, Oil
Interior Features1 Fireplace
Rooms - Total8
SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade1,465
SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade0
SqFt Approximate Total Finished1,465
SqFt Approximate Total2,073

Location Information

School - DistrictGovernor Wentworth Regional
School - ElementaryNew Durham Elementary
School - HighKingswoodR
School - Middle/JrKingswood Regional Middle Sch

Financial Details

Tax - Gross Amount$17,068
Tax Year2025
Taxes TBDUnknown

Additional

Construction StatusExisting
ConstructionBrick Veneer, Vinyl Siding
CovenantsNo
Flood ZoneUnknown
Pre-ConstructionNo
Property Sub TypeSingle Family Residence
SeasonalNo
Total StoriesOne and One Half
SurveyedYes
Timeshare/Fractional OwnershipNo
Water Access DetailsDirectly Adjoining

External Features

DrivewayPaved
Exterior FeaturesDock, Private Dock
FoundationConcrete Slab, Stone
GarageYes
Garage Capacity1
Lot FeaturesMountain View, Steep Slope, Views, Wooded
Lot - Acres0.68
Lot - SqFt29,621
ParkingDriveway, Paved
Road Frontage TypePublic Maintained Road
Road FrontageYes
Road Frontage Length100
RoofAsphalt Shingle
SewerConcrete, Holding Tank, Private
UtilitiesCable
Water SourceDug Well, Private
Water Body TypeLake
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5114497; Listed by LandVest / Christie's International Real Estate · Aimee Garrepy · 603-956-5009

Property History

Estimated annual taxes for this property

YearEst. Tax
2024$21,080
2023$20,553
2022$20,026

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 New Durham39
  • Average list price$494,082
  • Price range$72,000 – $975,000

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Loan Term
6.5%
Estimated monthly payment$8,285 / mo
  • Principal & Interest$6,270
  • Property Tax$1,757
  • Home Insurance$258

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 48 South Shore Road, New Durham, NHSource: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.

ElementaryNew Durham Elementary
MiddleKingswood Regional Middle Sch
High SchoolKingswoodR
DistrictGovernor Wentworth Regional
$1,240,000/ Asking Price
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Listed by LandVest / Christie's International Real Estate · Aimee Garrepy · 603-956-5009

Est. $6,270 / mo20% down · 30yr · 6.5%

Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data.

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Questions About This Listing

How much does 48 South Shore Road cost?

48 South Shore Road in New Durham, NH is listed at $1,240,000.

That works out to about $846 per square foot.

What area is 48 South Shore Road in?

The property is in New Durham, New Hampshire (03855).

Is 48 South Shore Road still available?

The listing's current MLS status is Active. Reach out and we can confirm availability and arrange a showing.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 48 South Shore Road have?

The home has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

It offers 1,465 square feet of living space.

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