Seller's Agent in 2015
Valerie Shelton
Appledore Real Estate
(603) 770-3410
7 in this area
60 Total Sales
578 Bay Rd Durham, NH 03824
Estimated Value: $1,781,000 - $2,686,000
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,901
Sq Ft
$460/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 150 Feet of Waterfront
- Guest House
- In Ground Pool
- Mast Way School Rated A-
- Barn
- 36.42 Acre Lot
About This Home
As of December 2015Country estate on 36+ acres over-looking Great Bay and adjacent to extensive conservation lands, provides the ultimate setting for someone seeking an exclusive retreat within minutes to private jet service and major metropolitan areas. The gracious shingle-style home has been designed and built with attention to the finest detail and proportion and features high-end finishes and systems throughout its three level 4,900-square-feet living area. Exterior amenities include a separate 1-bedroom guest house with garage, an in-ground salt-water swimming pool, hot tub, extensive outdoor entertaining areas, spacious decks and patios, gardens and walking trails. Shorefront community lodge, dock, mooring field and personal watercraft storage area. A true destination of privacy sited on 36.4 acres abutting core conservation lands of the Great Bay National Estuary. This is a remarkable offering within the heart of the NH Seacoast. Portfolio available to qualified buyers upon request.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Appledore Real Estate License #042415 Listed on: 07/29/2015
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $31,316
Year Built
- 2006
Lot Details
- 36.42 Acre Lot
- 150 Feet of Waterfront
- Property has an invisible fence for dogs
- Lot Sloped Up
- Irrigation
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Heated Garage
- Dry Walled Garage
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
- Gravel Driveway
Property Views
- Water Views
- Countryside Views
Home Design
- Concrete Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Shingle Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2.5-Story Property
- Central Vacuum
- Ceiling Fan
- Multiple Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Stove
- Gas Fireplace
- Window Treatments
Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Gas Range
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Soaking Tub
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Connecting Stairway
- Basement Storage
- Natural lighting in basement
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Accessible Home Design
- Doors are 32 inches wide or more
- Hard or Low Nap Flooring
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Spa
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Shed
- Outbuilding
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Heat Exchanger
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Heating System Uses Oil
- 200+ Amp Service
- Power Generator
- Private Water Source
- Drilled Well
- Water Heater
- Water Purifier
- Septic Tank
- Private Sewer
- Leach Field
Additional Features
- Guest House
- Barn
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include recreation
Recreation
- Hiking Trails
- Trails
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 16, 2019
Sold by
Lester John B and Lester Amy B
Bought by
Lester Ft and Lester
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 29, 2015
Closed on
Dec 8, 2015
Sold by
Charles O Cressy Lt and Cressy
Bought by
Lester 3Rd John B and Lester Amy B
Seller's Agent
Valerie Shelton
Appledore Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Nick Couturier
New Space Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$295,000
-19.73%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.68%
Original Mortgage
$960,000
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 19, 2005
Sold by
Adams David and Adams Ann M
Bought by
Livin Charles O Cressy
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lester Ft | -- | -- | |
| Lester Ft | -- | -- | |
| Lester Ft | -- | -- | |
| Lester 3Rd John B | $1,200,000 | -- | |
| Lester 3Rd John B | $1,200,000 | -- | |
| Lester 3Rd John B | $1,200,000 | -- | |
| Livin Charles O Cressy | $650,000 | -- | |
| Charles O Cressy Lt | $650,000 | -- | |
| Charles O Cressy Lt | $650,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Lester Ft | $672,100 | |
| Closed | Lester John B | $689,999 | |
| Previous Owner | Lester 3Rd John B | $960,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Charles O Cressy Lt | $265,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Charles O Cressy Lt | $411,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/07/2015 12/07/15 | Sold | $1,200,000 | -19.7% | $245 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2015 09/11/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/29/2015 07/29/15 | For Sale | $1,495,000 | -- | $305 / Sq Ft |
Source: PrimeMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $31,316 | $1,540,382 | $426,982 | $1,113,400 |
| 2023 | $31,403 | $1,533,331 | $427,131 | $1,106,200 |
| 2022 | $27,744 | $955,373 | $285,673 | $669,700 |
| 2021 | $26,677 | $955,806 | $286,106 | $669,700 |
| 2020 | $26,502 | $955,711 | $286,011 | $669,700 |
| 2019 | $28,598 | $1,042,588 | $365,588 | $677,000 |
| 2018 | $4,904 | $1,082,229 | $405,229 | $677,000 |
| 2017 | $27,012 | $881,595 | $215,995 | $665,600 |
| 2016 | $22,900 | $770,257 | $180,557 | $589,700 |
| 2015 | $22,994 | $770,324 | $180,624 | $589,700 |
| 2014 | $23,510 | $770,324 | $180,624 | $589,700 |
| 2013 | $23,427 | $770,377 | $180,677 | $589,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Valerie Shelton
-
Nick Couturier
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Nick Couturier
New Space Real Estate, LLC
(603) 817-3876
154 Total Sales
Map
Source: PrimeMLS
MLS Number: 4441075
APN: DRHM-000019-000019-000002
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