878 Rattlesnake Island, Alton, NH
Single Family Residence
Listed by Maxfield Real Estate/Wolfeboro · Jen McCullough
Property Description
878 Rattlesnake Island, Alton is a single-family home for sale in New Hampshire at $699,000. The property offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 1,248 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: 1980 construction and roughly $560 per square foot. Scroll on for current photos, the complete spec sheet and this Alton listing's market context. Browse more homes for sale in Alton.
Spectacular 180-degree views from north to south await at this meticulously maintained property on Rattlesnake Island, set along the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. This three bedroom, open-concept, post-and-beam cottage features beautiful pine floors and is filled with natural light from a wall of sliders that seamlessly brings the outdoors in. Step outside to enjoy two spacious decks, one perfectly positioned for sun, the other offering a shaded retreat. The expansive breakwater provides protection from prevailing winds, along with docking for two boats, and leads to a gorgeous sandy swimming area with custom steps into crystal-clear water. The property also offers direct access to the island’s interior trail system right from your back door. As a member of the Rattlesnake Island community, you’ll enjoy shared ownership of a mainland parcel that includes four parking spaces per lot, transient docking for loading and unloading, and a convenient boat ramp. Start making lasting memories on the lake this summer.
Location Highlights
878 Rattlesnake Island is a single family residence in Alton, New Hampshire, listed at $699,000. That works out to about $560 per square foot, for a home built in 1980. It has been on the market for 5 months.
From here it is 23.4 miles to Downtown Plymouth / Main Street and 27.4 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 in the Alton School District SAU #72: 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:1
- Full Baths:1
- SqFt:1,248
- Price / SqFt:$560.10
- Property Type:Single Family Residence
- Year Built:1980
- County:NH-Belknap
- Town:Alton, NH
- Status:Active
- Days on Market:144
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Annual taxes for this property
| Year | Assessed Tax |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,883 |
| 2023 | $11,586 |
| 2022 | $11,289 |
Estimated from list price; verify with the town assessor.
Market Data
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- Active listings in Alton91
- Average list price$1,019,233
- Price range$150,000 – $2,699,000
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- Principal & Interest$3,535
- Property Tax$990
- Home Insurance$146
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.
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Questions About This Listing
What is the asking price of 878 Rattlesnake Island?
878 Rattlesnake Island in Alton, NH is listed at $699,000.
That works out to about $560 per square foot.
What is the MLS number for 878 Rattlesnake Island?
The MLS number is #5086386 (PrimeMLS), listed on May 1, 2026.
Where is 878 Rattlesnake Island located?
The property is in Alton, New Hampshire (03810).
What kind of property is 878 Rattlesnake Island?
Single-family home in Alton, New Hampshire, built in 1980.
How big is 878 Rattlesnake Island?
The home has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
It offers 1,248 square feet of living space.
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