NOT LISTED FOR SALE

43 Watchtower Rd Contoocook, NH 03229

Estimated Value: $655,000 - $747,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
3,162 Sq Ft
$219/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 19, 2018

Last sale price $374,900 $119 Per Sq Ft

Est. 85% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,836/month

38 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Maple Street Elementary School Rated A-
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of October 2018

Picturesque Cape sited on a private corner lot with many recent upgrades! Dine Al Fresco with not one, but two private patios - one with new Pergola - multiple lush gardens. This home features hardwood flooring throughout and newly renovated granite kitchen with stainless appliances which opens to a large family room/sunroom space with an abundance of windows. Formal dining room and formal living room with fireplace plus master bedroom and full bath all on main level. The second level features two large bedrooms and a 3/4 bath. A full finished and heated basement with fireplace in the family room and separate den/office area, 3/4 bath and a full walk out. Newer windows, floors refinished ,new kitchen and newer systems.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Cowan

Cowan and Zellers License #034191 Listed on: 08/10/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Cowan

Cowan and Zellers License #034191 Listed on: 08/10/2018

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,950

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 0.96 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot
  • Lot Sloped Up
  • Property is zoned R-2

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Natural lighting in basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed

Schools

  • Harold Martin Elementary School
  • Hopkinton Middle School
  • Hopkinton Middle High School

Utilities

  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Drilled Well
  • Private Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 45

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,950

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Status Detail: Closed
  • Style: Cape
  • Construction: Existing
  • Total Stories: 1.5
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 167.97
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Remarks Public: Picturesque Cape sited on a private corner lot with many recent upgrades! Dine Al Fresco with not one, but two private patios - one with new Pergola - multiple lush gardens. This home features hardwood flooring throughout and newly renovated granite kitchen with stainless appliances which opens to a large family room/sunroom space with an abundance of windows. Formal dining room and formal living room with fireplace plus master bedroom and full bath all on main level. The second level features two large bedrooms and a 3/4 bath. A full finished and heated basement with fireplace in the family room and separate den/office area, 3/4 bath and a full walk out. Newer windows, floors refinished ,new kitchen and newer systems.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Features Interior: Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Fireplace - Wood, Fireplaces - 2, Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen/Family, Laundry - 1st Floor
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Daylight, Finished, Walkout
  • Level 1: Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Kitchen - Eat-in, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Master Bedroom, Level 1: Sunroom
  • Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom
  • Basement Level Rooms: Level B: Family Room, Level B: Office/Study
  • Room 1: Kitchen - Eat-in, 15x18, On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Sunroom, 21x12/12x10, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Living Room, 13x17, On Level: 1
  • Room 4: Dining Room, 13x14, On Level: 1
  • Room 5: 1, 14x13
  • Room 6: Bedroom, 17x19, On Level: 2
  • Room 7: Bedroom, 14x19, On Level: 2
  • Room 8: Family Room, 21x12, On Level: Basement
  • Room 9: Office/Study, 12x15, On Level: Basement
  • Sq Ft - Apx Finished AG: 2232
  • Sq Ft - Apx Finished BG: 930
  • Sq Ft - Apx Total: 3472
  • Sq Ft - Apx Total Finished: 3162
  • Sq Ft - Apx Unfinished BG: 310

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Driveway: Paved
  • Exterior: Clapboard
  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Roads: Public
  • Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
  • Features Exterior: Deck, Patio, Shed, Storage

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Capacity: 2
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: Private
  • Water: Drilled Well
  • Water Heater: Off Boiler
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Heating: Hot Water

Schools

  • School District: Hopkinton School District
  • Elementary School: Harold Martin School
  • Middle School: Hopkinton Middle School
  • High School: Hopkinton Middle High School
  • Elementary School: Harold Martin School
  • High School: Hopkinton Middle High School

Lot Info

  • Map: 240
  • Lot: 45
  • Lot Sq Ft: 41818
  • Lot Acres: 0.96
  • Lot Description: Corner, Landscaped
  • Zoning: R-2
  • Deed Book: 2793
  • Deed Page: 889
  • Deed Recorded Type: Warranty

Tax Info

  • Tax Gross Amount: 8950
  • Tax Year: 2017

MLS Schools

  • School District: Hopkinton School District
  • School Middle Jr: Hopkinton Middle School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 10, 2018
Closed on
Oct 19, 2018
Sold by
Debell Charlotte H and Debell Lee E
Bought by
Varel D Freeman Jr Ft
Seller's Agent
Mary Cowan
Cowan and Zellers
Buyer's Agent
Mary Cowan
Cowan and Zellers
List Price
$379,900
Sold Price
$374,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.32%
Current Estimated Value
$692,373

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$317,473
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.63%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2005
Sold by
Friberg Kathleen M
Bought by
Debell Lee E and Debell Charlotte H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$220,000
Interest Rate
5.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 1999
Sold by
Pfeifle Maryann
Bought by
Friberg John E and Friberg Kathleen M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$127,500
Interest Rate
7.04%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Varel D Freeman Jr Ft $374,933 --
Debell Lee E $405,000 --
Debell Lee E $405,000 --
Friberg John E $197,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Debell Lee E $50,000
Previous Owner Debell Lee E $150,000
Previous Owner Debell Lee E $220,000
Previous Owner Friberg John E $127,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/19/2018 10/19/18 Sold $374,900 0.0% $119 / Sq Ft
09/17/2018 09/17/18 Pending -- -- --
09/06/2018 09/06/18 Price Changed $374,900 -1.3% $119 / Sq Ft
08/10/2018 08/10/18 For Sale $379,900 -- $120 / 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 $13,942 $636,900 $220,600 $416,300
2023 $12,873 $367,600 $102,600 $265,000
2022 $11,855 $367,600 $102,600 $265,000
2020 $10,755 $367,700 $102,600 $265,100
2019 $10,707 $367,700 $102,600 $265,100
2018 $9,067 $261,000 $61,500 $199,500
2017 $8,950 $261,000 $61,500 $199,500
2016 $8,757 $261,000 $61,500 $199,500
2015 $8,775 $261,000 $61,500 $199,500
2014 $8,498 $261,000 $61,500 $199,500
2013 $7,958 $276,900 $97,700 $179,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 4712507

PrimeMLS

APN: HOPN-000240-000045