Privately sited on 3.14 acres along a scenic country road, this exceptional 3,200± SF home offers a rare blend of refined craftsmanship, comfort, and natural beauty within the highly regarded Oyster River School District. Thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and elegant entertaining, the home is surrounded by peaceful landscapes, historic stone walls, and easy access to outdoor recreation. At the heart of the home, a stunning great room impresses with soaring cathedral ceilings, architectural beams, and a striking gas fireplace, all bathed in natural light from abundant windows. Rich tigerwood hardwood flooring flows throughout the main level, enhancing the warmth and sophistication of each space. The custom gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring Brookhaven cabinetry, new Thermador Masterpiece Series wall ovens and 5-burner gas cooktop, a sleek pop-up downdraft ventilation, ThermaFresh refrigeration and 2 Emerald dishwashers! The main-level primary suite offers a private retreat with its own fireplace, spacious walk-in closet, and a beautifully tiled spa bath. A cozy library with custom built-ins and a charming window seat provides the perfect place to relax or work from home. Upstairs, three generously sized bedrooms and two full baths offer ample space for family or guests. The unfinished basement presents endless potential for expanded living space. Outdoor living is equally inviting, with a screened porch overlooking the open yard, covered front porches, and thoughtfully designed patios and gardens ideal for entertaining or quiet enjoyment. Additional highlights include an oversized two-car garage with 220V EV charger and storage systems, hydro-air heating, central air conditioning, and a standby generator for peace of mind. With easy-care vinyl shingle siding and a setting that invites you to explore nearby walking trails, wildlife areas, and a public boat launch, this property is a true sanctuary—where comfort meets nature in perfect harmony.
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Listed by: Appledore Real Estate
$1,995,000
402 Bay Road, Durham, NH 03824
4beds
3,199sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
3.14 Acres Lot
$1,996,000 Zestimate®
$624/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Striking gas fireplaceSpacious walk-in closetPrivate retreatBeautifully tiled spa bathCovered front porchesThermafresh refrigerationArchitectural beams
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Valerie Shelton,
Appledore Real Estate 603-659-0199
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5094670
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Propane, Oil, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater off Boiler, Warming Drawer, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Laundry: 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Central Vacuum, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen/Living, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Soaking Tub, Indoor Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Programmable Thermostat, Bidet
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Blinds
- Basement: Basement Stairs,Concrete Floor,Full,Unfinished,Interior Entry
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, 2 Fireplaces
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,291
- Total interior livable area: 3,199 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,199
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Brick/Pavers, Paved, Auto Open, Direct Entry, Finished, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Attached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered Porch, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Deck, Garden, Natural Shade
- Waterfront features: Wetlands
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 300
Lot
- Size: 3.14 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Open Lot, Trail/Near Trail, Wooded, Near Paths, Rural
Details
- Parcel number: DRHMM19B17L1
- Zoning description: RC
- Other equipment: Radon Mitigation, Standby Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, 220 Plug, Circuit Breakers, Generator, Underground
- Sewer: 1500+ Gallon
- Utilities for property: Cable, Propane, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Hardwired Smoke Detector, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $624/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,592,300
- Annual tax amount: $30,047
- Date on market: 6/14/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,996,000
$1.90M - $2.10M
$5,544/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000$624/sqft |
Source:  PrimeMLS #5094670 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2026 | Listing removed | $1,995,000$624/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5081242 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000+35.3%$624/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5081242 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2022 | Sold | $1,475,000+1.8%$461/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4894296 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2022 | Contingent | $1,449,000$453/sqft |
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| 1/2/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,449,000+68.5%$453/sqft |
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| 12/12/2017 | Listing removed | $860,000$269/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Portsmouth #4645767 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2017 | Price change | $860,000-6.4%$269/sqft |
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| 7/7/2017 | Listed for sale | $919,000-16.5%$287/sqft |
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| 9/30/2009 | Listing removed | $1,100,000$344/sqft |
Source: Bentley By The Sea #2786152 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000$344/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16,616 | $599,200 |
| 2023 | $16,616 | $599,200 |
| 2022 | $16,616 | $599,200 |
| 2021 | $16,616 | $599,200 |
| 2020 | $16,616 +1.1% | $599,200 |
| 2019 | $16,436 +2.3% | $599,200 |
| 2018 | $16,059 -10.4% | $599,200 +2.4% |
| 2017 | $17,931 +3.1% | $585,200 |
| 2016 | $17,398 -0.4% | $585,200 |
| 2015 | $17,468 -2.2% | $585,200 |
| 2014 | $17,860 +0.4% | $585,200 |
| 2013 | $17,796 +1.1% | $585,200 -6.3% |
| 2011 | $17,611 +3.4% | $624,500 |
| 2010 | $17,036 +1% | $624,500 |
| 2009 | $16,862 +1.2% | $624,500 |
| 2008 | $16,655 -5% | $624,500 +0.5% |
| 2007 | $17,540 | $621,100 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 03824
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Oyster River Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 10/10Oyster River High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 mi
- 7/10Moharimet SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 5.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Moharimet 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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- New Hampshire
- Strafford County
- Durham
- 03824
- 402 Bay Road
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