$600,000
OPEN SUN 10:30AM - 12PM

261 Forest Rd Hancock, NH 03449

Estimated payment $3,977/month

Total Views 53
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,651 Sq Ft
$363 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Water Access
  • River Front
  • 2.3 Acre Lot
  • In Ground Pool
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Deck

About This Home

Set along the banks of Powder Mill Pond, this exceptional waterfront property offers a front-row seat to one of the region's most scenic natural settings, ideal for bird-watching, fishing, paddling, and kayaking. At the heart of the home, an open-concept kitchen is appointed with stainless steel appliances, generous cabinetry, Cambria quartz countertops, and a center island with seating. The living room is distinguished by soaring ceilings, warm wood accents, and a freestanding wood stove that serves as a focal point throughout the seasons. Expansive windows fill the space with natural light while capturing picturesque views of the pond and surrounding landscape. Tasteful renovations include updated flooring, electrical and insulation improvements, and a complete transformation of the lower level and main living areas. Three bedrooms and two fully renovated bathrooms provide comfortable accommodations, with bright, inviting spaces that reflect the home's peaceful setting. The lower-level mudroom features custom built-in storage. Outdoor living is equally impressive. An expansive deck with dining space and a shade sail overlooks the in-ground pool and beautifully landscaped grounds, creating an exceptional setting for summer entertaining. A covered cabana-style seating area offers a place to relax after a swim, while detached outbuildings provide flexible space for recreational equipment, hobbies, or workshop use. Overlooking the inlets and watersheds of the Contoocook River, this distinctive home is thoughtfully positioned to embrace its natural surroundings, offering an exceptional setting for both full-time living and weekend escapes.

Listing Agent

Peg Walsh

Four Seasons Sotheby's International Realty License #069089 Listed on: 06/26/2026

Four Seasons Sotheby's International Realty

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,828

Year Built

  • Built in 1976

Lot Details

  • 2.3 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a pond
  • River Front
  • Landscaped
  • Secluded Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned RURALR

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Saltbox Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Batts Insulation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Vertical Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Natural Light
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Open Floorplan
  • Living Room
  • Storage
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage
  • Natural lighting in basement

Parking

  • Circular Driveway
  • Stone Driveway
  • Gravel Driveway
  • On-Site Parking
  • Visitor Parking

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Water Access
  • Nearby Water Access
  • Pond
  • Stream or River on Lot
  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Outbuilding

Schools

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

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Reservoir water is a source of water for the property
  • Drilled Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Private Sewer
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Trails

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 31A
  • Assessor Parcel Number R-8

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,828

Year Built

Built in 1976

Lot Details

2.3 Acres

Listing Details

  • Directions: Take Forest Rd. from village center. The property on the right before South Elmwood Rd.
  • Resort: No
  • Seasonal: No
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Display On Internet: Fiber Optic Internet
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Freestanding, Multi-Level, Saltbox, Tri-Level, Walkout Lower Level
  • ResoLotFeatures: Country Setting, Landscaped, Level, Pond, Pond Frontage, River, River Frontage, Rolling Slope, Secluded, Slight, Trail/Near Trail, Views, Walking Trails, Water View, Waterfront, Wooded
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved, Public
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • MLS Status: (10) Active - Active
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1007.0
  • Reso Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Living, Laundry Hook-ups, Living/Dining, Master BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Indoor Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Existing
  • Flood_Zone: Unknown
  • Foreclosed_Or_Bank_Owned_Or_REO: No
  • Mobile_Home: No
  • Pre_Construction: No
  • Room_1_Type: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room_10_Type: Other
  • Room_2_Type: Living Room
  • Room_4_Type: Foyer
  • Room_5_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_6_Type: Bathroom Full
  • Room_7_Type: Other
  • Room_8_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_9_Type: Laundry Room
  • Timeshare_Or_Fract_Ownrshp: No
  • Water_Body_Access: Yes
  • Water_Body_Type: Reservoir
  • Water_View: Yes
  • Water_Access_Details: Directly Adjoining
  • Suitable_Use: Residential
  • Basement_Access_Type: Walkout
  • Total_Finished_Area: 1651
  • Total_Area: 1651
  • Above_Grade_Unfinished_Area: 0
  • Below_Grade_Unfinished_Area: 0
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
  • Basement: Concrete Floor, Daylight, Full, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Interior Stairs, Walkout
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 644.0

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: Circular, Crushed Stone, Gravel
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Outbuilding, In-Ground Pool, Shed
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Easements: Unknown
  • Water Body Name: Powder Mill Pond
  • Construction Type: Batts Insulation, Wood Frame, Vertical Siding, Wood
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, On Site, Parking Spaces 6+, Visitor

Utilities

  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Heating: Oil, Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Drilled Well

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hancock Elementary School
  • High School: Contoocook Valley Regional Hig
  • Middle Or Junior School: Great Brook School

Lot Info

  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Zoning: RURALR
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.3
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 100188.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8828.0
  • Tax Block: 0
  • Tax Lot: 31A
  • Tax Map Number: R-8

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Home Values in the Area

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Tax History

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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
2025 $8,828 $326,100 $190,100 $136,000
2024 $8,188 $326,100 $190,100 $136,000
2023 $7,875 $326,100 $190,100 $136,000
2022 $7,112 $326,100 $190,100 $136,000
2020 $5,671 $216,300 $98,900 $117,400
2019 $5,321 $216,300 $98,900 $117,400
2018 $5,098 $216,300 $98,900 $117,400
2016 $5,045 $218,300 $98,900 $119,400
2015 $4,857 $218,900 $98,900 $120,000
2014 $4,903 $218,900 $98,900 $120,000
2012 $4,499 $216,300 $98,900 $117,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/26/2026 06/26/26 For Sale $600,000 +81.1% $363 / Sq Ft
09/27/2019 09/27/19 Sold $331,300 -2.4% $243 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/13/2019 08/13/19 Pending -- -- --
08/07/2019 08/07/19 For Sale $339,500 0.0% $249 / Sq Ft
08/07/2019 08/07/19 Price Changed $339,500 +2.5% $249 / Sq Ft
01/22/2019 01/22/19 Off Market $331,300 -- --
06/19/2018 06/19/18 For Sale $345,000 -- $253 / Sq Ft
Source: PrimeMLS

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $331,333 --
Deed $260,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $141,300 New Conventional
Previous Owner $221,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $40,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Peg Walsh

Four Seasons Sotheby's International Realty

(877) 586-4849

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Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5096829

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APN: HNCK-000008-000000-000031A-000000-R

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