Tucked into a quiet neighborhood and enveloped by 1.5 acres of mature woodland, this beautifully updated 1972 mid-century embankment ranch offers exceptional privacy and an unparalleled connection to nature. The property directly abuts the University of New Hampshire’s College Woods, placing hundreds of acres of scenic walking, running, and cross-country ski trails literally steps from your back door. Flooded with natural light from expansive walls of windows and sliding glass doors, the home lives like a modern treehouse. The dramatic vaulted great room features a soaring ceiling with exposed beams and a floor-to-ceiling fireplace as its centerpiece. An open flow continues into the dining area and the spectacular four-season sunroom, where panoramic forest views create a serene backdrop year-round. The main level includes a generous primary suite, a second bedroom , and direct access to a large rear deck that feels suspended among the treetops. The daylight lower level—fully finished and walk-out— provides a spacious family room with a second brick fireplace and wood stove, three additional bedrooms, a full bath, laundry room, and abundant storage. With a spacious detached 2 car garage and located just minutes from UNH campus, downtown Durham, and the Seacoast (with easy access to Portsmouth and major routes), this home combines peaceful woodland seclusion with remarkable convenience.
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Listed by:
Derek Greene,
Derek Greene 860-560-1006
$699,999
17 Foss Farm Road, Durham, NH 03824
5beds
2,708sqft
Est.:
Ranch
Built in 1972
1.5 Acres Lot
$691,000 Zestimate®
$258/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Panoramic forest viewsDramatic vaulted great roomFlooded with natural lightAbundant storageLaundry roomThree additional bedroomsSpectacular four-season sunroom
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 09, 2025 at 06:14am
Listed by:
Derek Greene,
Derek Greene 860-560-1006
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5071592
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Zoned, Radiant, Radiant Electric, Stove, 2 Stoves, 3 Stoves
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dryer, Microwave, Double Oven, Wall Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Hook-ups, 2nd Floor Laundry
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen/Family, Kitchen/Living, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Climate Controlled,Concrete Floor,Daylight,Insulated,Interior Stairs,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, 1 Fireplace, Wood Stove Hook-up, Wood Stove Insert
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,936
- Total interior livable area: 2,708 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,376
- Finished area below ground: 1,332
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved, Driveway, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 345
Lot
- Size: 1.5 Acres
- Features: Timber, Trail/Near Trail, Walking Trails, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: DRHMM6B2L9
- Zoning description: RB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Ranch
- Property subtype: Ranch
Materials
- Fiberglss Blwn Insulation, Foam Insulation, Wood Frame, Wood Exterior, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Leach Field
- Utilities for property: Phone, Cable, Propane, Satellite, Fiber Optic Internt Avail
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Battery Smoke Detector
- Subdivision: Foss Farm
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $258/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $295,800
- Annual tax amount: $11,222
- Date on market: 12/9/2025
Estimated market value
$691,000
$656,000 - $726,000
$3,440/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $699,999+21.7%$258/sqft |
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| 2/16/2022 | Sold | $575,000-7.1%$212/sqft |
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| 2/11/2022 | Contingent | $619,000$229/sqft |
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| 10/5/2021 | Listed for sale | $619,000$229/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,203 | $295,800 |
| 2023 | $8,203 | $295,800 |
| 2022 | $8,203 | $295,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,904/mo
Principal & interest
$2714
Property taxes
$945
Home insurance
$245
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 03824
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Oyster River Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 10/10Oyster River High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
- 7/10Moharimet SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 2.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mast Way School
- Middle: Oyster River Middle School
- High: Oyster River High School
- District: Oyster River Cooperative
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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