161 Lancaster Road

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$699,000

3 beds3 baths1,496 sqft

161 Lancaster Rd, Gorham, NH 03581

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Single FamilyProperty Type

1.7 acresLot Size

1890Year Built

$467/sq ftPrice per sq ft

1 carParking Spaces

Description

A fantastic opportunity for the mechanic, craftsman, entrepreneur, or investor! This unique property offers the best of both worlds: a spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home and an impressive 3-bay garage with 2 lifts, complete with an office and a full bathroom. The property sits on 1.70 acres, the home features a full basement that can be finished to create additional living space, a workshop, recreation room, or the man cave you've always dreamed of. Looking for an investment property? This one is...A fantastic opportunity for the mechanic, craftsman, entrepreneur, or investor! This unique property offers the best of both worlds: a spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home and an impressive 3-bay garage with 2 lifts, complete with an office and a full bathroom. The property sits on 1.70 acres, the home features a full basement that can be finished to create additional living space, a workshop, recreation room, or the man cave you've always dreamed of. Looking for an investment property? This one is full of possibilities. Whether you choose to make it your primary residence, a rental property, a vacation getaway, or a combination of all three, the opportunities are endless. Adding to its appeal, the property boasts 274 feet of frontage on the beautiful Moose River, offering a peaceful setting and the perfect location for a private cottage retreat. This is truly one of Gorham's best-kept secrets. Don't miss your chance to own this exceptional property. Schedule your showing today before it's gone! Bring your creativity and imagination. The sky is the limit!

5 days on Market

Listed by: Debi Davis • RE/MAX Northern Edge Realty LLC

Last updated: 09/25/2026 02:18 PM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 5111243

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Property Information for 161 Lancaster Road

Property Details

Taxes: $7,935 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
County: Coos County
Water Body Type: River
Water View: Yes
Waterfront Property: Yes
Zoning: RA

Building Information

Stories: 2
Year Built: 1890
Lot Size: 1.70 AC / 74,052 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

City: Gorham
County: NH-Coos

Directions: Start in Berlin, NH heading south on NH-16 S. Continue on NH-16 S for about 4 miles. Turn right onto Lancaster Road (NH-2A) in Gorham. Follow Lancaster Road for about 0.5 miles. See sign on property, property will be on your left.
Latitude: 44.398140703979202
Longitude: -71.217881915344236
Road Frontage: Yes
Seasonal: No
State: NH
Street Designation: Road
Map: U20
Zip Code: 03581

Taxes and HOA Information

Tax Rate: 23.45%
Tax Year: 2025

Taxes TBD: No

Parking

Garage: No
Driveway: Gravel, Paved

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Property

Lot Information

Block: 0
Lot: 1

Lot Features: City Lot, Country Setting, Level, Major Road Frontage, Mountain View, Neighbor Business, Recreational, Secluded, Trail/Near Trail, Wooded, In Town, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Near Skiing, Near Snowmobile Trails, Neighborhood, Near Hospital, Near ATV Trail, Near School(s), Private
Lot Size Acres: 1.7
Road Frontage Length: 263.0
Water Frontage Length: 274.0
Water Body Access: Yes
Water Body Name: Moose River
Waterfront Property Rights: Exclusively Owned
Total Finished Area: 1496.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 1496.0
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
AboveGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 780.0
BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
Lot Size Square Feet: 74052.0
Total Area: 2276.0

Property and Assessments

Assessment Amount: $338,390
Assessment Year: 2025

Property Class: Residential
Property Type: Single Family
Property Condition: Existing
Flood Zone: Unknown
PreConstruction: No
Surveyed: Yes
Water Body Restrictions: No
Year Built: 1890
High School: Gorham High School
Middle/Jr School: Gorham Middle School
Elementary School: Edward Fenn School

Utilities

Electric Company: Eversource
Fuel Company: Several

Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breaker(s)
Sewer: Public
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available, Telephone Available
Water Access Details: Directly Adjoining
Internet: High Speed Intrnt at Site, High Speed Intrnt Avail, DSL Available

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Color: Brown
Construction Materials: Timber Frame, Wood Frame, Wood Exterior, Wood Siding

Roof: Asphalt Shingle

Interior Features

Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater off Boiler, Exhaust Fan
Basement: Yes

Basement Access Type: Walkout
Basement Description: Bulkhead, Climate Controlled, Concrete, Concrete Floor, Full, Exterior Stairs, Interior Stairs, Storage Space, Unfinished, Walkout, Interior Access, Exterior Access, Basement Stairs
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Heating: Oil, Pellet Stove, Baseboard, Hot Water, Boiler
Cooling: None
Total Stories: 2
Rooms Total: 9
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3

Property History for 161 Lancaster Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Sep 22, 2026	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5111243	$699,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
09/22/2026	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5111243	$699,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 161 Lancaster Road

Taxable ValueLand$78,500Additions$259,890Total$338,390

Tax Record2025$7,935 ($661 / month)

Home Facts

Total Finished SqFt1,317 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,317 SqFtStories2Lot Size74,052 SqFtStyleService StationYear Built1890Year Renovated1972ZoningRACountyCOOSAPNGORH M:U20 L:1

Schools near 161 Lancaster Road

This home is within Gorham Randolph Shelburne Coop School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
4/10	Edward Fenn School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	1.8 mi
8/10	Gorham Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	2.0 mi
10/10	Gorham High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	2.0 mi


Rating	School	Distance
4/10	Edward Fenn School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	1.8 mi
8/10	Gorham Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	2.0 mi
10/10	Gorham High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	2.0 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 161 Lancaster Road, Gorham, NH 03581

161 Lancaster Road is a single family home for sale in Gorham, NH 03581. This property was listed for sale on September 22, 2026 by RE/MAX Northern Edge Realty LLC, it's currently listed at $699,000. This listing's school district is Gorham Randolph Shelburne Coop School District. Nearby schools include Edward Fenn School, Gorham Middle School and Gorham High School. 161 Lancaster Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,496 sqft single family home built in 1890.

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