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    • Listed by: Roche Realty Group • Carol A Mattice
    $675,000

    78 South Shore Road, New Durham, NH 03855

    3beds
    1,208sqft
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    Ranch
    Built in 1959
    0.28 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $559/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Firepit areaMany updates throughoutLawn picnic areaPlenty of outdoor space
    This fabulous lakefront gem on Merrymeeting Lake is waiting for you. One of the cleanest lakes in NH, with 1,233 acres of nothing but pure beauty and crystal clear water! Being offered well below the assessed value of $798,000. This 3-bedroom, turnkey, fully furnished home with 113.74' of prime shorefront has only ever had one owner. Featuring 3 bedrooms, along with an adorable little private nook off to the side for an additional sleeping area. This well-cared-for seasonal home has beautiful open views to the pristine, crystal clear water and undeveloped slopes and mountains surrounding the lake. Enjoy the updated kitchen with a wonderful view of the lake from the kitchen window. Lovely wood floors are pretty much throughout the camp. Open cathedral ceiling to the lower level and a spacious living room. Gorgeous sunroom with sweeping lake and mountain views, this charming cottage boasts many updates throughout. Plenty of outdoor space includes 2 composite decks, a firepit area, an oversized composite dock/sundeck, and a lawn picnic area. The evolving tapestry of major conserved forested lands surrounding the lake sets Merrymeeting Lake apart from so many other lakes. Less than 2 hours to Boston, 45 minutes to NH’s seacoast. Merrymeeting – boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, and good old-fashioned fun!! Come live where you play!
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    Listed by:

    Carol A Mattice,

    Roche Realty Group 603-279-7046

    Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5081483MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Wood Stove
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Stove, Electric Water Heater
      Features
      • Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Dining, Natural Light, Indoor Storage
      • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
      • Basement: Partial,Storage Space,Interior Access,Interior Entry
      • Fireplace features: Wood Stove Hook-up
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,400
      • Total interior livable area: 1,208 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 736
      • Finished area below ground: 472

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Gravel
      Features
      • Levels: Two,Multi-Level
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Enclosed Porch
      • Exterior features: Boat Mooring, Boat Slip/Dock, Dock, Deck, Private Dock
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Water, Lake, Mountain(s)
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Water,Lake
      • Waterfront features: Beach Access, Deep Water Access, Lake Access, Lake Front, Lakes, Waterfront
      • Body of water: Merrymeeting Lake
      • Frontage length: Water frontage: 114,Road frontage: 90
      Lot
      • Size: 0.28 Acres
      • Features: Country Setting, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Steep Slope, Trail/Near Trail, Views
      Details
      • Parcel number: NDURM120L036000
      • Zoning description: RAR

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cottage/Camp,Ranch
      • Property subtype: Ranch
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
      • Roof: Architectural Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1959

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Concrete, Private Sewer, Septic Tank
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Phone Available

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: New Durham

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $559/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $798,800
      • Annual tax amount: $11,295
      • Date on market: 3/31/2026
      • Road surface type: Paved

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        3/31/2026Listed for sale$675,000$559/sqft
        Source: PrimeMLS #5081483 Report a problem
        12/29/2025Listing removed$675,000$559/sqft
        Source: PrimeMLS #5056638 Report a problem
        11/10/2025Price change$675,000-3.4%$559/sqft
        Source: PrimeMLS #5056638 Report a problem
        10/1/2025Price change$699,000-6.8%$579/sqft
        Source: PrimeMLS #5056638 Report a problem
        9/10/2025Price change$750,000-11.8%$621/sqft
        Source: PrimeMLS #5056638 Report a problem
        8/14/2025Listed for sale$849,900$704/sqft
        Source: PrimeMLS #5056638 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$9,919 -2.9%$510,500
        2023$10,210 +11.6%$510,500
        2022$9,148 +0.3%$510,500
        2021$9,118 +5.8%$510,500
        2020$8,617 +14.4%$510,500 +60.8%
        2019$7,531 +1.6%$317,500
        2018$7,414 +1.4%$317,500
        2017$7,309 +1.1%$317,500
        2016$7,226 -5.3%$317,500 -7.8%
        2015$7,628 -3.2%$344,400 -4.5%
        2014$7,883 -2.9%$360,800
        2013$8,118 +0.4%$360,800
        2011$8,082 +6%$360,800 +0.3%
        2010$7,622 -1.6%$359,700 -6%
        2009$7,748 +6.6%$382,800
        2008$7,269 +4.1%$382,800
        2007$6,982 $382,800
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 03855

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        8 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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        • Elementary: New Durham Elementary
        • High: Kingswood Regional High School
        • District: Governor Wentworth Regional

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