NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $345,000 - $484,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
751 Sq Ft
$514/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 21, 2023

Last sale price $327,000 $435 Per Sq Ft

Est. 18% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,573/month

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Private Dock
  • Arts and Crafts Architecture
  • 52 Feet of Waterfront
  • Community Boat Launch
  • 1-minute walk to Contoocook Park

About This Home

As of December 2023

Private waterfront Cottage, "TA-KIT-E-Z" nestled at the end of dead end, abutting conservation land with 52' frontage on the Contoocook River and private dock. Upon arrival you will be greeted by the beautiful wisteria, the peacefulness of nesting birds, and natural landscape of the river. Once inside, you will be taken with the quality craftsmanship and charming ambiance of the home, with it's blended mixture of classic yesteryear and modern amenities. The kitchen is worthy of being featured in Architectural Digest, with it's Vintage 1930's refrigerator, cast iron gas stove, wood floors and cathedral ceilings. Open living room featuring custom woodwork, a gas stove with brick hearth and mantel, access to the relaxing porch with it's tranquil Waterview's, and a turned staircase with handcrafted built in's that leads to the second level where you will enjoy a very spacious bedroom accented by it's wood floors, cathedral- tongue and groove pine ceilings, balconied alcove and "Juliette" balcony. Natural gas. Plenty of outdoor living space to enjoy, from gardening, evening campfires or enjoying a candlelight dinner by the river. Swimming, boating, fishing and exploring the walking trails! This gem is truly unique and has been treasured by one family for over 35 yrs. Don't wait- start creating your memories today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

April Dunn

April Dunn & Associates LLC License #048060 Listed on: 11/02/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Dorothy Mills

Coldwell Banker Realty Bedford NH License #075389

Coldwell Banker Realty Bedford NH

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,467

Year Built

  • Built in 1911

Lot Details

  • 4,356 Sq Ft Lot
  • 52 Feet of Waterfront
  • River Front
  • Lot Sloped Up
  • Property is zoned RM

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Stone Driveway

Home Design

  • Arts and Crafts Architecture
  • New Englander Architecture
  • Cottage
  • Bungalow
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Woodwork
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Combination Kitchen and Living
  • Water Views
  • Walk-Up Access

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Beach Access
  • River Nearby
  • Private Dock
  • Access to a Dock

Schools

  • Penacook Elementary School
  • Merrimack Valley Middle School
  • Merrimack Valley High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Available
  • Dug Well
  • Water Heater
  • Private Sewer
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Community Boat Launch
  • Hiking Trails

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 14 / P

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,467

Year Built

Built in 1911

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Status Detail: Closed
  • Style: Bungalow, Cottage/Camp, New Englander, Arts And Crafts
  • Directions: Washington St to Right on Island Rd, all the way down- last house on the left
  • Flood Zone: Unknown
  • Footprint: 36x20
  • Suitable Use: Recreation, Residential
  • Construction: Existing
  • Total Stories: 1.5
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 435.42
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Year Built: 1911
  • Remarks Public: Private waterfront Cottage, "TA-KIT-E-Z" nestled at the end of dead end, abutting conservation land with 52' frontage on the Contoocook River and private dock. Upon arrival you will be greeted by the beautiful wisteria, the peacefulness of nesting birds, and natural landscape of the river. Once inside, you will be taken with the quality craftsmanship and charming ambiance of the home, with it's blended mixture of classic yesteryear and modern amenities. The kitchen is worthy of being featured in Architectural Digest, with it's Vintage 1930's refrigerator, cast iron gas stove, wood floors and cathedral ceilings. Open living room featuring custom woodwork, a gas stove with brick hearth and mantel, access to the relaxing porch with it's tranquil Waterview's, and a turned staircase with handcrafted built in's that leads to the second level where you will enjoy a very spacious bedroom accented by it's wood floors, cathedral- tongue and groove pine ceilings, balconied alcove and "Juliette" balcony. Natural gas. Plenty of outdoor living space to enjoy, from gardening, evening campfires or enjoying a candlelight dinner by the river. Swimming, boating, fishing and exploring the walking trails! This gem is truly unique and has been treasured by one family for over 35 yrs. Don't wait- start creating your memories today!
  • List Agent: 6441
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Equipment: Stove-Gas
  • Features Interior: Cathedral Ceiling, Kitchen/Living, Natural Woodwork
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Bulkhead, Concrete Floor
  • Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Bath - Full, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Porch
  • Room 1: Kitchen, On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Living Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Bath - Full, On Level: 1
  • Room 4: Porch, On Level: 1
  • Room 5: 1
  • Sq Ft - Apx Finished AG: 751
  • Sq Ft - Apx Total: 1168
  • Sq Ft - Apx Total Finished: 751
  • Sq Ft - Apx Unfinished BG: 208
  • Sq Ft - Apx Unfinished AG: 209

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Driveway: Crushed Stone
  • Exterior: Clapboard
  • Foundation: Fieldstone
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Roads: Dead End, Public, Unpaved
  • Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
  • Easements: Unknown
  • Features Exterior: Private Dock
  • Water Body Access: Yes
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Water Frontage Length: 52
  • Water Access Details: Dock Access
  • Water Body Name 2: Contoocook River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront Rights: Exclusively Owned
  • Water View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Capacity: 1
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Cable Company: Comcast
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Fuel Company: Liberty
  • Sewer: Private
  • Water: Dug Well
  • Water Heater: On Demand
  • Heating Fuel: Gas - Natural
  • Heating: Gas Heater, Stove - Gas
  • Electric Company: Unitil
  • Phone Company: Comcast
  • Utilities: Cable - Available, Gas - On-Site

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Boat Launch

Schools

  • School District: Merrimack Valley SAU #46
  • Elementary School: Penacook Elementary
  • Middle School: Merrimack Valley Middle School
  • High School: Merrimack Valley High School
  • Elementary School: Penacook Elementary
  • High School: Merrimack Valley High School

Lot Info

  • Map: 182
  • Lot: 14
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4356
  • Lot Acres: 0.1
  • Lot Description: Beach Access, River, River Frontage, Walking Trails, Waterfront
  • Owned Land: Yes
  • Row Parcel Access: Yes
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Surveyed By: Stanley H.Prescott II
  • Zoning: RM
  • Deed Book: 2986
  • Deed Page: 0714
  • Deed Recorded Type: Warranty

Tax Info

  • Tax Gross Amount: 5467
  • Tax Year: 2022

MLS Schools

  • School District: Merrimack Valley SAU #46
  • School Middle Jr: Merrimack Valley Middle School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 2, 2023
Closed on
Dec 21, 2023
Sold by
Richard E Merrill Irt and Merrill
Bought by
Smith David D and Smith Teresa E
Seller's Agent
April Dunn
April Dunn & Associates LLC
Buyer's Agent
Dorothy Mills
Coldwell Banker Realty Bedford NH
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$327,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
0.62%
Views
200
Current Estimated Value
$386,086

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$59,086
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.25%
Original Mortgage
$155,000
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2020
Sold by
Griffiths Bryan M and Griffiths Katherine E
Bought by
Griffiths Bryan M
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Smith David D $327,000 None Available
Smith David D $327,000 None Available
Griffiths Bryan M -- None Available
Griffiths Bryan M -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smith David D $130,923
Closed Smith David D $155,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/21/2023 12/21/23 Sold $327,000 +0.6% $435 / Sq Ft
11/23/2023 11/23/23 Pending -- -- --
11/02/2023 11/02/23 For Sale $325,000 -- $433 / 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 $6,407 $209,100 $122,300 $86,800
2023 $5,471 $187,700 $121,800 $65,900
2022 $5,468 $187,700 $121,800 $65,900
2021 $5,200 $185,900 $121,800 $64,100
2020 $4,714 $157,500 $93,500 $64,000
2019 $4,794 $140,600 $85,000 $55,600
2018 $4,166 $124,000 $71,400 $52,600
2017 $4,094 $120,700 $71,800 $48,900
2016 $3,439 $124,300 $77,300 $47,000
2015 $3,478 $127,200 $83,500 $43,700
2014 $3,410 $127,200 $83,500 $43,700
2013 $3,712 $126,500 $83,900 $42,600
2012 $3,604 $130,500 $83,900 $46,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 4976535

PrimeMLS

APN: CNCD-000182P-000000-000014