$550,000
SOLD JAN 14, 2022
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,724 Sq Ft
0.4 Acres

Recently Sold

$202 Per Sq Ft

15% Above List Price

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Barn
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Attic

About This Home

As of June 2023

Introducing The Betsy Searle Place! Listed in the New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places, this Federal-style brick-ender, although not unique in Francestown, is representative of a small group of buildings of this typology. Possessing integrity of location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, association, and feeling, the interiors of this historic home have evolved, minimally and strategically, over the years, creating a stylistic dialog between the past and present. The owners throughout the years paid homage to the original incarnation while allowing for the seamless incorporation of modern conveniences, finishes, personal design, and necessary enhancements. Although there are isolated 20th-century modifications in the ell section, the main dwelling has been untainted by alterations. Maintaining many original, refined details, from the wide-plank Tamarack Pine flooring, kitchen cabinetry, paneled doors, and wood-burning fireplaces, to the gabled roof, clapboard and brick exterior, and traditional red barn, The Betsy Searle Place is now yours to call home. Upon entering, the grand foyer, parlor/sitting room, living room, formal dining room, kitchen, and half-bath grace the first floor. Upstairs you will find four bedrooms and three bathrooms, including the primary bedroom with an ensuite bath. A beautifully designed, multi-level patio is perfectly located between the home and the barn, paving the way to the backyard and abutting forest. The barn is currently used as a storage space, but is positioned for conversion to a studio or office with access to the second-floor loft. This home remains true to its historical relevance and present-day stewards, bringing together the Federal-style with modernity to create a home equally inviting, comfortable, and evocative. Offered fully furnished at an escalated price. The house and barn sits on .40 acres. A non-contiguous, separate 3.00-acre lot is included in the sale.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sadie Halliday

EXP Realty License #071647 Listed on: 11/19/2021

EXP Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Diane Sullivan

Better Living Real Estate LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,768

Year Built

  • Built in 1830

Lot Details

  • 0.4 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned VILLAG

Property Views

  • Water Views
  • Countryside Views

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Antique Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

  • 4 Car Parking Spaces
  • Gravel Driveway

Schools

  • Francestown Elementary School
  • Great Brook Middle School
  • Contoocook Valley Regional Hig High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet

Additional Features

  • Kitchen has a 60 inch turning radius
  • Patio
  • Barn

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 00 and 00 / 89 and 22

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,768

Year Built

Built in 1830

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Status Detail: Closed
  • Style: Antique, Colonial
  • Directions: From the intersection of Rte 136 and Rte 47, take Main Street. Your destination - 136 Main Street - will be located on the right.
  • Flood Zone: Unknown
  • Footprint: 24x42+11x30
  • Assessment Amount: 300400
  • Assessment Year: 2020
  • Construction: Existing
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 201.91
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Year Built: 1830
  • Remarks Public: Introducing The Betsy Searle Place! Possessing integrity of location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, association, and feeling, the interiors of this historic home have evolved minimally over the years, creating a stylistic dialog between the past and present. Homage has been paid to the original incarnation while allowing for the seamless incorporation of modern conveniences, finishes, personal design, and necessary enhancements. Many original, refined details have been maintained, from the Tamarack Pine flooring, kitchen cabinetry, paneled doors, and wood-burning fireplaces, to the gabled roof, clapboard and brick exterior, and traditional red barn. Upon entering, the grand foyer, parlor/sitting, living room, formal dining room, kitchen, and half-bath grace the first floor. Upstairs you will find four bedrooms and three bathrooms, including the primary bedroom with an ensuite bath. A beautifully designed, multi-level patio is perfectly located between the home and the barn, paving the way to the backyard and abutting forest. The barn is positioned for conversion to a studio or office with access to the second-floor loft. This home remains true to its historical relevance and present-day stewards, bringing together the Federal-style with modernity to create a home equally inviting, comfortable, and evocative. Offered fully furnished at an escalated price. The house and barn sits on .40 acres. A non-contiguous, separate 3.00-acre lot is included in the sale.
  • List Agent: 280036
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Stove - Gas
  • Features Accessibility: 1st Floor 1/2 Bathroom, Kitchen w/5 Ft. Diameter
  • Features Interior: Attic, Fireplace - Wood, Fireplaces - 3+, Hearth, Kitchen Island, Master BR w/ BA
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Partial, Stairs - Interior
  • Level 1: Level 1: Bath - 1/2, Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Family Room, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Library, Level 1: Living Room
  • Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Bath - Full, Level 2: Bath - 3/4, Level 2: Master Bedroom
  • Room 1: Kitchen, 17'10"x14'8", On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Dining Room, 16x15'8", On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Living Room, 16x15'7", On Level: 1
  • Room 4: Family Room, 16'8"x16 irregular, On Level: 1
  • Room 5: 2, 15'8"x16
  • Room 6: Bedroom, 16x15'7", On Level: 2
  • Room 7: Bedroom, 14'10"x10, On Level: 2
  • Room 8: Bedroom, 14'9"x9'1", On Level: 2
  • Room 9: Library, On Level: 1
  • Room 10: 1
  • Room 11: Bath - Full, On Level: 2
  • Room 12: Bath - Full, On Level: 2
  • Room 13: Bath - 3/4, On Level: 2
  • Sq Ft - Apx Finished AG: 2724
  • Sq Ft - Apx Total: 3655
  • Sq Ft - Apx Total Finished: 2724
  • Sq Ft - Apx Unfinished BG: 931

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Exterior: Brick, Clapboard
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Roof: Shingle - Fiberglass
  • Features Exterior: Barn, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Parking Spaces 4

Utilities

  • Electric: 200 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: 1500+ Gallon, Septic
  • Water: Community
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating: Alternative Heat Stove, Hot Air, Stove, Stove - Wood
  • Utilities: Internet - Fiber Optic

Schools

  • School District: Contoocook Valley SD SAU #1
  • Elementary School: Francestown Elem School
  • Middle School: Great Brook School
  • High School: Contoocook Valley Regional Hig
  • Elementary School: Francestown Elem School
  • High School: Contoocook Valley Regional Hig

Lot Info

  • Map: 8 and 14
  • Lot: 00 and 00
  • Lot Sq Ft: 17424
  • Lot Acres: 0.4
  • Lot Description: Country Setting, Landscaped, Level, Sidewalks, Water View
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Zoning: VILLAG
  • Deed Book: 9138
  • Deed Page: 0959
  • Deed Recorded Type: Quit Claim

Tax Info

  • Tax Gross Amount: 7768
  • Tax Year: 2020

MLS Schools

  • School District: Contoocook Valley SD SAU #1
  • School Middle Jr: Great Brook School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 23, 2023
Closed on
Jun 23, 2023
Sold by
Kash Lisa C and Murphy Nicholas H
Bought by
Thompson John R and Dowling Kimberly O
Seller's Agent
Diane Sullivan
Better Living Real Estate LLC
Buyer's Agent
Blood Team Realty Group
Keller Williams Realty/Merrimack Valley
List Price
$559,900
Sold Price
$580,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,100
3.59%
Views
10

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.39%
Original Mortgage
$562,600
Outstanding Balance
$549,915
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$123,311

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 19, 2021
Closed on
Jan 14, 2022
Sold by
J J & S Z Downing Ret and Downing
Bought by
Kash Lisa C and Murphy Nicholas H
Seller's Agent
Sadie Halliday
EXP Realty
Buyer's Agent
Diane Sullivan
Better Living Real Estate LLC
List Price
$480,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
$70,000
14.58%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.76%
Original Mortgage
$495,000
Interest Rate
3.05%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 2013
Sold by
Mackay John D
Bought by
Mackay Sorrell Z

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 2001
Sold by
Constance B Leonard T
Bought by
Mackay John D and Mackay Sorrell Z

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$218,500
Interest Rate
6.91%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $580,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $550,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $230,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $562,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $495,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $131,650 Unknown
Previous Owner $218,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/10/2025 07/10/25 Price Changed $649,000 -3.0% $238 / Sq Ft
06/24/2025 06/24/25 Price Changed $669,000 -2.9% $246 / Sq Ft
06/04/2025 06/04/25 For Sale $689,000 +18.8% $253 / Sq Ft
06/23/2023 06/23/23 Sold $580,000 +3.6% $213 / Sq Ft
05/26/2023 05/26/23 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2023 05/23/23 For Sale $559,900 +1.8% $206 / Sq Ft
01/14/2022 01/14/22 Sold $550,000 +14.6% $202 / Sq Ft
11/28/2021 11/28/21 Pending -- -- --
11/19/2021 11/19/21 For Sale $480,000 -- $176 / Sq Ft
Source: PrimeMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $9,655 $601,200 $162,800 $438,400
2023 $8,793 $315,400 $78,000 $237,400
2022 $7,762 $300,400 $78,000 $222,400
2021 $7,366 $300,400 $78,000 $222,400
2020 $7,768 $300,400 $78,000 $222,400
2019 $7,261 $300,400 $78,000 $222,400
2018 $7,493 $280,200 $56,200 $224,000
2017 $6,960 $280,200 $56,200 $224,000
2016 $7,148 $280,200 $56,200 $224,000
2015 $7,058 $280,200 $56,200 $224,000
2014 $7,022 $280,200 $56,200 $224,000
2013 $7,983 $350,600 $93,600 $257,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 4891333

PrimeMLS

APN: FRNT-000014-000000-000022