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    • Listed by: Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty • Carter Bascom
    Bought with: KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Wolfeboro
    $1,100,000

    217 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257

    3beds
    2,467sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1993
    0.46 Acres Lot
    $1,211,200 Zestimate®
    $446/sqft
    $3,292 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,211,200

    $1.15M - $1.27M

    $3,292/mo

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    What's special

    Peaceful water viewsDesirable first-floor livingScreened-in porchExpansive deckAbundant natural lightHigh ceilingsAiry welcoming feel
    Nestled on 100 feet of exclusive waterfront on Messer Pond, this beautifully designed 3 bedroom 2.5 bath McGray & Nichols home offers the perfect blend of comfort, light, and year-round enjoyment. Enjoy desirable first-floor living with a spacious primary suite featuring built-in shelving and an en suite bath with tiled shower and soaking tub. High ceilings and abundant natural light create an airy, welcoming feel throughout. The open-concept living area is ideal for entertaining or relaxing by the fireplace, flowing seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen, where everyone can gather. Step outside to a screened-in porch and expansive deck, perfect for enjoying peaceful water views. The lower level offers two additional bedrooms, a full bath, an office, a utility room with a workbench, and a generous common room with a wood stove. Walkout access to a second deck provides flexible space for guests, work, or recreation. Located just minutes from downtown New London, enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, a hospital, grocery store, and summer stock theater. Municipal access to Little Lake Sunapee and Pleasant Lake includes town beaches and playgrounds. Only 15 minutes to Mount Sunapee Resort and Adventure Park, 30 minutes to the Upper Valley, and 90 minutes to Boston. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy waterfront living with both convenience and charm.

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    Listed by:

    Carter Bascom,

    Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty 603-526-4050

    Bought with:

    William Melone

    KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Wolfeboro

    Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5090805MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Hot Water, Wood Stove, Mini Split
    Cooling
    • Mini Split
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: 1st Floor Laundry
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Living/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
    • Windows: Blinds
    • Basement: Daylight,Finished,Full,Walkout,Walk-Out Access
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, 1 Fireplace
    • Furnished: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,643
    • Total interior livable area: 2,467 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,343
    • Finished area below ground: 1,124

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Paved, Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: 1st Floor 1/2 Bathroom, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bathroom, 1st Floor Hrd Surfce Flr, Laundry Access w/No Steps, Access to Parking, Bathroom w/Tub, Paved Parking
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Porch
    • Exterior features: Boat Slip/Dock, Deck, Garden, Private Dock, Storage
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    • Body of water: Messer Pond
    • Frontage length: Water frontage: 100,Road frontage: 99
    Lot
    • Size: 0.46 Acres
    • Features: Country Setting, Landscaped, Trail/Near Trail, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Paths, Near Shopping, Near Skiing, Near Snowmobile Trails, Near Hospital, Near School(s)
    Details
    • Parcel number: NLDNM105L20S0
    • Zoning description: R2 - Residential
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Contemporary
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Frame
    • Foundation: Concrete
    • Roof: Standing Seam
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1993

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Private Sewer
    • Utilities for property: Propane

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
    Location
    • Region: New London

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $446/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,014,600
    • Annual tax amount: $12,033
    • Date on market: 5/25/2026
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/30/2026Sold$1,100,000-13.7%$446/sqft
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    9/28/2026Pending sale$1,275,000$517/sqft
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    8/11/2026Price change$1,275,000-5.5%$517/sqft
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    7/18/2026Price change$1,349,000-10.1%$547/sqft
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    5/25/2026Listed for sale$1,500,000$608/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$11,780 +7.4%$1,014,600
    2023$10,968 +14.2%$1,014,600 +67.6%
    2022$9,602 +6.2%$605,400
    2020$9,045 +1.6%$605,400
    2019$8,905 +15.3%$605,400 +23.2%
    2018$7,720 -1.9%$491,400
    2017$7,867 +2.2%$491,400
    2016$7,700 +7.8%$491,400 +6.3%
    2015$7,143 +0.9%$462,300
    2014$7,078 +7.6%$462,300 +5.7%
    2013$6,581 -11.8%$437,300
    2011$7,460 +14.6%$437,300
    2010$6,507 +5.2%$437,300 +6.6%
    2009$6,183 -0.7%$410,300
    2008$6,228 $410,300
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 03257

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Kearsarge Elem New London
    • Middle: Kearsarge Regional Middle Sch
    • High: Kearsarge Regional HS
    • District: Kearsarge Sch Dst SAU #65

    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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