56 Summer St Dover, NH 03820
Dover Area
4
Beds
2
Baths
3,730
Sq Ft
0.32
Acre Lot
Highlights
- Country Club
- Property is near golf course, public transit, railroad, schools, and shops
- Victorian Architecture
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Fireplace
About This Home
Welcome to 56 Summer Street - an elegant, spacious two story 1800's Victorian located in an amazing neighborhood just minutes from the wonderful historic downtown Dover. Step into the grand foyer and be wowed with all this home offers. Very spacious working kitchen, formal dining area, an incredible four season room overlooking the spectacular yard, the original hardwood floors throughout, a front to back living room with high ceilings and all the character of the original woodwork, a fireplace w/wood mantel, four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a detached 2 car garage. Negotiable third floor in-law suite as well . All of this and you are just minutes from The Amtrak Downeaster Train Station, the Community Trails, Henry Law Park, The Children's Museum, Dover Ice Arenas, Jenny Thompson Outdoor pool, Dover Indoor pool, and all the wonderful eateries that Dover has to offer......... not to mention walking distance to Dover schools.
Listing Agent
KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Dover License #042783 Listed on: 08/14/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1890
Lot Details
- 13,939 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
Parking
- Paved Parking
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Brick Foundation
- Concrete Foundation
- Architectural Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,730 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Bar
- Woodwork
- Ceiling Fan
- Fireplace
- Screen For Fireplace
- Natural Light
- Drapes & Rods
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Location
- Property is near golf course, public transit, railroad, schools, and shops
- Property near a hospital
Schools
- Woodman Park Elementary School
- Dover Middle School
- Dover High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Residential Lease
- Tenant pays for electricity, heat, hot water, internet service, sewer, snow removal, trash collection, TV service, water
- Rent includes landscaping
- 12 Month Lease Term
Community Details
Overview
- Application Fee Required
Recreation
- Country Club
Map
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2026 08/14/26 | For Rent | $3,650 | 0.0% | -- |
| 09/27/2024 09/27/24 | Price Changed | $3,650 | -2.7% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 09/07/2024 09/07/24 | For Rent | $3,750 | -5.5% | -- |
| 04/09/2022 04/09/22 | Rented | $3,970 | +3.1% | -- |
| 02/09/2022 02/09/22 | For Rent | $3,850 | +14.9% | -- |
| 04/12/2019 04/12/19 | Rented | $3,350 | +11.9% | -- |
| 04/01/2019 04/01/19 | For Rent | $2,995 | +19.8% | -- |
| 07/15/2018 07/15/18 | Rented | $2,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/14/2018 06/14/18 | Price Changed | $2,500 | -16.7% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 05/11/2018 05/11/18 | For Rent | $3,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/11/2018 05/11/18 | Price Changed | $3,000 | -6.3% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 05/10/2018 05/10/18 | Off Market | $3,200 | -- | -- |
| 03/21/2018 03/21/18 | Price Changed | $3,200 | -5.9% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 02/09/2018 02/09/18 | For Rent | $3,400 | -19.0% | -- |
| 06/20/2017 06/20/17 | Rented | $4,200 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/24/2017 05/24/17 | Price Changed | $4,200 | +6.3% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 05/18/2017 05/18/17 | Price Changed | $3,950 | -6.0% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 04/23/2017 04/23/17 | For Rent | $4,200 | -- | -- |
Source: PrimeMLS
About the Listing Agent
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Source: PrimeMLS
MLS Number: 5105125
APN: DOVR-012100
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