$545,000
SOLD SEP 4, 2024

15 George Bennett Rd Lee, NH 03861

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,824 Sq Ft
5.9 Acres

Recently Sold

$299 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Stables
  • 5.9 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Mast Way School Rated A-
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of September 2024

Welcome to this charming 4-bedroom colonial located in the highly desirable Oyster River school district. As you approach the property, the circular driveway sets the tone for this immaculate home. The inviting covered porch leads you into the spacious kitchen. The kitchen has cream cabinets providing ample storage, an eat-in area, or the potential for an island addition. The partially walled dining area provides a designated space for enjoying meals with family and friends. The heart of the home is a large family room that spans from front to back w hardwood floors and natural light streaming through ample windows, creating the perfect setting for large or small gatherings. A generously sized half-bath completes the first floor. Moving to the 2nd floor, you will find four well-proportioned bedrooms, each adorned with hardwood floors. A full bath on this level ensures convenience and comfort for the entire household. The basement has ample storage, a laundry room with a sink, and 2 smaller rooms ideal for a workout area or home office. The outside is as stunning as the inside, with a large 2 car garage, small barn, and expansive yard ideal for gardening or outdoor activities. Location is key offering proximity to athletic fields and fabulous extensive walking trails. It is a commuter's dream with convenient access to routes 4 & 125, as well as being just a short distance from Amtrak and UNH. Showings start at open house 7/26 3:30-5:30, 7/27 10-12.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Beth Rohde Campbell

BHG Masiello Durham License #062619 Listed on: 07/23/2024

BHG Masiello Durham

Last Buyer's Agent

Peggy Carter

Coldwell Banker - Peggy Carter Team License #053417

Coldwell Banker - Peggy Carter Team

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,857

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 5.9 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Woodwork
  • Dining Area
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Laundry in Basement

Schools

  • Mast Way Elementary School
  • Oyster River Middle School
  • Oyster River High School

Utilities

  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Water Source
  • Private Sewer
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Stables

Community Details

  • Trails

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 300 / 1

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,857

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Status Detail: Closed
  • Directions: From the Lee Traffic Circle take 125 south, in about 1 1/2 miles take a left onto George Bennett Road, the home will be on your left in about a 1/2 mile.
  • Flood Zone: Unknown
  • Assessment Amount: 374800
  • Assessment Year: 2023
  • Construction: Existing
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 298.79
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to this charming 4-bedroom colonial located in the highly desirable Oyster River school district. As you approach the property, the circular driveway sets the tone for this immaculate home. The inviting covered porch leads you into the spacious kitchen. The kitchen has cream cabinets providing ample storage, an eat-in area, or the potential for an island addition. The partially walled dining area provides a designated space for enjoying meals with family and friends. The heart of the home is a large family room that spans from front to back w hardwood floors and natural light streaming through ample windows, creating the perfect setting for large or small gatherings. A generously sized half-bath completes the first floor. Moving to the 2nd floor, you will find four well-proportioned bedrooms, each adorned with hardwood floors. A full bath on this level ensures convenience and comfort for the entire household. The basement has ample storage, a laundry room with a sink, and 2 smaller rooms ideal for a workout area or home office. The outside is as stunning as the inside, with a large 2 car garage, small barn, and expansive yard ideal for gardening or outdoor activities. Location is key offering proximity to athletic fields and fabulous extensive walking trails. It is a commuter's dream with convenient access to routes 4 & 125, as well as being just a short distance from Amtrak and UNH. Showings start at open house 7/26 3:30-5:30, 7/27 10-12.
  • List Agent: 11243
  • Display On Internet: High Speed Intrnt -Avail
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • ResoLotFeatures: Country Setting, Level, Open, Walking Trails, Wooded
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop - Electric, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Equipment: Smoke Detector
  • Features Interior: Dining Area, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Laundry - Basement, Attic - Pulldown
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Sq Ft - Apx Finished AG: 1728
  • Sq Ft - Apx Finished BG: 96
  • Sq Ft - Apx Total: 2592
  • Sq Ft - Apx Total Finished: 1824
  • Sq Ft - Apx Unfinished BG: 768

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: Paved
  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
  • Easements: Yes
  • Features Exterior: Garden Space, Patio, Porch - Covered, Stable(s)
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Capacity: 2
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: Private
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Utilities: Cable - Available, Telephone Available
  • Water Source: Private

Schools

  • School District: Oyster River Cooperative
  • Elementary School: Mast Way School
  • Middle School: Oyster River Middle School
  • High School: Oyster River High School
  • Elementary School: Mast Way School
  • High School: Oyster River High School

Lot Info

  • Map: 17
  • Lot: 300
  • Lot Sq Ft: 257004
  • Lot Acres: 5.9
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Zoning: RES
  • Deed Book: 1621
  • Deed Page: 664
  • Deed Recorded Type: Warranty

Tax Info

  • Tax Gross Amount: 8857
  • Tax Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • School District: Oyster River Cooperative
  • School Middle Jr: Oyster River Middle School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 23, 2024
Closed on
Sep 4, 2024
Sold by
Burke Timothy S and Burke Catherine L
Bought by
Watson Brian M and Colvin Jaime
Seller's Agent
Beth Rohde Campbell
BHG Masiello Durham
Buyer's Agent
Peggy Carter
Coldwell Banker - Peggy Carter Team
List Price
$515,000
Sold Price
$545,000
Premium/Discount to List
$30,000
5.83%
Views
17
Current Estimated Value
$567,692

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$22,692
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.35%
Original Mortgage
$327,000
Outstanding Balance
$324,129
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$233,550
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $545,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $327,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $400,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $35,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $117,860 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/04/2024 09/04/24 Sold $545,000 +5.8% $299 / Sq Ft
07/28/2024 07/28/24 Pending -- -- --
07/23/2024 07/23/24 For Sale $515,000 -- $282 / 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 $9,641 $374,100 $189,800 $184,300
2023 $8,857 $374,800 $189,800 $185,000
2022 $8,141 $374,800 $189,800 $185,000
2021 $8,159 $374,800 $189,800 $185,000
2020 $7,793 $244,600 $100,800 $143,800
2019 $7,702 $244,600 $100,800 $143,800
2018 $7,477 $244,600 $100,800 $143,800
2017 $7,323 $244,600 $100,800 $143,800
2016 $7,155 $244,600 $100,800 $143,800
2015 $7,055 $241,200 $95,800 $145,400
2014 $7,164 $241,200 $95,800 $145,400
2012 $7,222 $241,200 $95,800 $145,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5006329

PrimeMLS

APN: LLEE-000017-000001-000300