$867,000
SOLD OCT 10, 2025

26 Colony Cove Rd Durham, NH 03824

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,307 Sq Ft
0.32 Acres

Recently Sold

$663 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

85 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Docks
  • Property near a bay
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Mast Way School Rated A-
  • Waterfront
  • Deck

About This Home

As of October 2025

Cottage on the Bay! This charming 1940s Cape set on a .32-acre lot along Little Bay in Durham, offering 75 feet of water frontage, a private dock, and deep-water access. Head up the Piscataqua River, into Portsmouth, or out to the open ocean right from your backyard. The home features a family room with stunning views of the bay, where you can watch the sunrise and birds in flight over the tranquil water. A screened porch provides a peaceful place to unwind and take in the natural beauty. Inside, you'll find a traditional layout with a kitchen, dining room, living room, and a family room on the main level. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms and a laundry room. This home is ready for you to put your thumbprint on this piece of coastal charm where who needs to plan a vacation when it's right in your backyard year-round. Don’t miss this rare chance to enjoy waterfront living with captivating views and endless potential.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Madiha Farag

BHG Masiello Durham License #010076 Listed on: 06/18/2025

BHG Masiello Durham

Last Buyer's Agent

Talia Sperduto

Samonas Realty, LLC License #079372

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,499

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 0.32 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned RC

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1.75 Levels
  • Woodwork
  • Natural Light
  • Family Room
  • Dining Room
  • Basement
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Property near a bay
  • Docks
  • Deck

Schools

  • Moharimet Elementary School
  • Oyster River Middle School
  • Oyster River High School

Utilities

  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Private Water Source

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Block 11
  • Assessor Parcel Number 217

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,499

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Seasonal: No
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Display On Internet: High Speed Intrnt Avail
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Waterfront
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • MLS Status: (20) Closed - Closed
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1307.0
  • Reso Interior Features: 1 Fireplace, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, 2nd Floor Laundry
  • Unit Levels: 1.75
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Existing
  • Flood_Zone: No
  • Foreclosed_Or_Bank_Owned_Or_REO: No
  • Mobile_Home: No
  • Pre_Construction: No
  • Room_1_Type: Kitchen
  • Room_2_Type: Dining Room
  • Room_4_Type: Family Room
  • Room_5_Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room_6_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_7_Type: Bedroom
  • Timeshare_Or_Fract_Ownrshp: No
  • Water_Body_Type: Bay
  • Basement_Access_Type: Walk-up
  • Above_Grade_Unfinished_Area_Source: Public Records
  • Below_Grade_Unfinished_Area_Source: Public Records
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Stove
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Other Equipment: Smoke Detector
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: Paved
  • Exterior Features: Dock, Deck, Natural Shade, Screened Porch
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Easements: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Great Bay
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Heating: Oil, Hot Water
  • Cooling: None
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Private

Schools

  • Elementary School: Moharimet School
  • High School: Oyster River High School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Oyster River Middle School

Lot Info

  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Zoning: RC
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.32
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13939.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 19499.0
  • Tax Block: 11
  • Tax Lot: 0
  • Tax Map Number: 217

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 18, 2025
Closed on
Oct 10, 2025
Sold by
Hardie Susan M and Hardie Leslie G
Bought by
Segil Benjamin
Seller's Agent
Madiha Farag
BHG Masiello Durham
Buyer's Agent
Talia Sperduto
Samonas Realty, LLC
List Price
$990,000
Sold Price
$867,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$123,000
-12.42%
Views
207

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
79.56%
Original Mortgage
$693,600
Outstanding Balance
$692,973
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$259,148

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 25, 2019
Closed on
Aug 30, 2019
Sold by
Carlson Jennifer K
Bought by
Hardie Leslie G and Hardie Susan M
Seller's Agent
Denise Sassaman
Bean Group / Portsmouth
Buyer's Agent
Michael Lambert
EXP Realty
List Price
$550,000
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
1.82%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.40%
Original Mortgage
$448,000
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2016
Sold by
Sibylle J Carlson T J and Sibylle Carlson
Bought by
Carlson Jennifer K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$299,000
Interest Rate
3.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 $867,000 --
Warranty Deed $560,000 --
Deed $237,200 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $693,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $448,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $299,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/10/2025 10/10/25 Sold $867,000 -8.7% $663 / Sq Ft
08/18/2025 08/18/25 Price Changed $950,000 -4.0% $727 / Sq Ft
06/18/2025 06/18/25 For Sale $990,000 +76.8% $757 / Sq Ft
08/30/2019 08/30/19 Sold $560,000 +1.8% $428 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/25/2019 07/25/19 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2019 06/25/19 For Sale $550,000 -- $421 / 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 $19,499 $959,100 $739,200 $219,900
2023 $19,642 $959,100 $739,200 $219,900
2022 $15,266 $525,700 $396,100 $129,600
2021 $14,628 $524,100 $394,500 $129,600
2020 $14,533 $524,100 $394,500 $129,600
2019 $6,536 $524,100 $394,500 $129,600
2018 $14,046 $524,100 $394,500 $129,600
2017 $12,765 $416,600 $301,800 $114,800
2016 $5,920 $416,600 $301,800 $114,800
2015 $12,436 $416,600 $301,800 $114,800
2014 $12,715 $416,600 $301,800 $114,800
2013 $14,393 $473,300 $352,500 $120,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5047201

PrimeMLS

APN: 12/ 24/ 1/ /