Set on nearly five acres of park like grounds with sweeping water views, this exceptional waterfront retreat offers a private dock, mooring, and a rare blend of privacy, nature, and convenience. This architecturally striking home offers dramatic floor to ceiling windows, sun filled living spaces, and a flowing open layout designed to bring the outdoors in. Thoughtfully improved over the years, the property features updated Hardie Board siding, rebuilt decking, newer systems, hardwood flooring, stone fireplaces, smart thermostats, generator hookup, radon mitigation system, water filtration systems, and extensive infrastructure upgrades throughout. The spacious main level includes an ensuite bedroom ideal for guests or first floor living. The second floor features a private primary suite with an ensuite bath and balconies overlooking both the water and the spectacular grounds. This level also includes two additional bedrooms, a separate home office, and an additional full bath, all with incredible views. Outside, enjoy beautifully landscaped grounds with mature gardens, a fire pit patio, outdoor entertaining spaces, and a dock with electricity and water for easy boating access. The property consists of two separate lots of record and offers approximately 420 feet of waterfrontage. The second lot may offer future potential for an additional dwelling, in law home, or other possibilities subject to buyer due diligence and approvals. Additional features include a separate shed with solar backup power, invisible fence, smart home features, and exceptional access to boating, hiking, cycling, UNH, Portsmouth, and Amtrak service to Boston. A truly rare Seacoast offering.
Pending
Listed by: KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Portsmouth
$1,750,000
8 Willey Creek Road, Durham, NH 03824
4beds
3,632sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
4.85 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$482/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Erin Proulx,
KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Portsmouth Erin@ProulxRealEstate.com
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5089955
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Wall Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Programmable Thermostat, Smart Thermostat
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, 1 Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,074
- Total interior livable area: 3,632 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,632
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved, Direct Entry, Driveway, Garage, Off Street, On Site, Parking Spaces 1 - 10
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Boat Mooring, Boat Slip/Dock, Garden, Natural Shade, Private Dock, Shed
- Fencing: Dog Fence,Invisible Pet Fence
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Deep Water Access, River Front, Waterfront, Tidal
- Body of water: Little Bay
- Frontage length: Water frontage: 420
Lot
- Size: 4.85 Acres
- Features: Country Setting, Landscaped, Level, Views, Wooded, Neighborhood
Details
- Parcel number: DRHMM12B16L12
- Zoning description: RC
- Other equipment: Radon Mitigation
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Modern Architecture
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Fiber Cement Exterior
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Leach Field, Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Other
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security, Security System
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $482/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,657,800
- Annual tax amount: $32,924
- Date on market: 5/20/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Pending sale | $1,750,000$482/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000+139.7%$482/sqft |
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| 12/10/2015 | Sold | $730,000-2.7%$201/sqft |
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| 10/14/2015 | Pending sale | $750,000$206/sqft |
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| 6/15/2015 | Price change | $750,000-4.9%$206/sqft |
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| 6/8/2015 | Price change | $789,000-0.6%$217/sqft |
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| 6/4/2015 | Price change | $794,000-0.6%$219/sqft |
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| 8/19/2014 | Price change | $799,000-4.3%$220/sqft |
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| 7/16/2014 | Price change | $835,000-1.8%$230/sqft |
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| 6/12/2014 | Price change | $849,900-5%$234/sqft |
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| 4/29/2014 | Price change | $895,000-4.8%$246/sqft |
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| 4/10/2014 | Listed for sale | $940,000+1.1%$259/sqft |
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| 12/2/2013 | Listing removed | $930,000$256/sqft |
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| 10/1/2013 | Price change | $930,000-1.1%$256/sqft |
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| 9/12/2013 | Price change | $940,000-1.1%$259/sqft |
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| 9/6/2013 | Price change | $950,000+1.1%$262/sqft |
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| 9/4/2013 | Price change | $940,000-1.1%$259/sqft |
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| 7/27/2013 | Price change | $950,000-4.9%$262/sqft |
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| 3/9/2012 | Listed for sale | $999,000-4.9%$275/sqft |
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| 11/18/2011 | Listing removed | $1,050,000$289/sqft |
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| 7/22/2011 | Price change | $1,050,000-4.1%$289/sqft |
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| 5/4/2011 | Price change | $1,095,000+265.1%$301/sqft |
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| 4/28/2011 | Price change | $299,900-72.6%$83/sqft |
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| 3/27/2011 | Listed for sale | $1,095,000+35.8%$301/sqft |
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| 12/17/2007 | Sold | $806,200-25%$222/sqft |
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| 11/3/2005 | Sold | $1,075,000$296/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19,968 | $720,100 |
| 2023 | $19,968 | $720,100 |
| 2022 | $19,968 | $720,100 |
| 2021 | $19,968 | $720,100 |
| 2020 | $19,968 +1.1% | $720,100 |
| 2019 | $19,752 +2.3% | $720,100 |
| 2018 | $19,299 -17.9% | $720,100 -6.1% |
| 2017 | $23,498 +3.1% | $766,900 |
| 2016 | $22,800 -0.4% | $766,900 |
| 2015 | $22,892 -2.2% | $766,900 |
| 2014 | $23,406 -10.3% | $766,900 -10.6% |
| 2013 | $26,092 +17.1% | $858,000 +8.6% |
| 2011 | $22,289 +3.4% | $790,400 |
| 2010 | $21,562 +1% | $790,400 |
| 2009 | $21,341 +1.2% | $790,400 |
| 2008 | $21,080 -11.2% | $790,400 -6% |
| 2007 | $23,750 | $841,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 03824
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Oyster River Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 3 mi
- 10/10Oyster River High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
- 7/10Moharimet SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Moharimet School
- Middle: Oyster River Middle School
- High: Oyster River High School
- District: Oyster River Cooperative
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- New Hampshire
- Strafford County
- Durham
- 03824
- 8 Willey Creek Road
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