217 Forest Acres Rd
Open: 6/7 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Open: 6/7 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Description
Open House Sunday, June 7th 10AM - 12PM. Nestled on 100 feet of exclusive waterfront on Messer Pond, this beautifully designed 3-bedroom 2.5-bath McGray & Nichols home offers the perfect blend of comfort, light, and year-round enjoyment. Enjoy desirable first-floor living with a spacious primary suite featuring built-in shelving and an en-suite bath with tiled shower and soaking tub. High ceilings and abundant natural light create an airy, welcoming feel throughout. The open-concept living area is...Open House Sunday, June 7th 10AM - 12PM. Nestled on 100 feet of exclusive waterfront on Messer Pond, this beautifully designed 3-bedroom 2.5-bath McGray & Nichols home offers the perfect blend of comfort, light, and year-round enjoyment. Enjoy desirable first-floor living with a spacious primary suite featuring built-in shelving and an en-suite bath with tiled shower and soaking tub. High ceilings and abundant natural light create an airy, welcoming feel throughout. The open-concept living area is ideal for entertaining or relaxing by the fireplace, flowing seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen, where everyone can gather. Step outside to a screened-in porch and expansive deck—perfect for enjoying peaceful water views. The lower level offers two additional bedrooms, a full bath, an office, a utility room with a workbench, and a generous common room with a wood stove. Walkout access to a second deck provides flexible space for guests, work, or recreation. Located just minutes from downtown New London, enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, a hospital, grocery store, and summer stock theater. Municipal access to Little Lake Sunapee and Pleasant Lake includes town beaches and playgrounds. Only 15 minutes to Mount Sunapee Resort and Adventure Park, 30 minutes to the Upper Valley, and 90 minutes to Boston—this is a rare opportunity to enjoy waterfront living with both convenience and charm.
- Listed by Carter Bascom • Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Property Details for 217 Forest Acres Road
Water Body Type
Pond
Water ViewYes
Waterfront PropertyYes
ZoningR2 - Residential
Open Houses
LISTING UPDATED: 06/04/2026 05:45 AM
Property Details for 217 Forest Acres Road
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 5090805 |
| Days on Market | 11 |
| Taxes | $12,033 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family |
| Year Built | 1993 |
| Lot Size | 0.46 AC / 20,037 SF |
| County | Merrimack County |
Location
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Building Information for 217 Forest Acres Road
Stories2Year Built1993Building Size-Lot Size0.46 AC / 20,037 SF
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$8,477 per month
30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest
Principal and Interest
$7,475
Property Taxes
$1,003
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1Property Information for 217 Forest Acres Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- City: New London
- County: NH-Merrimack
- Directions: From the south, take exit 11 on I89 and turn left onto King Hill Road for 1.7 miles. Turn right onto Tracy Road for .6 miles. Turn right onto County Road for .5 miles. Turn right onto Forest Acres Road for .4 miles, the property is on the left.
- Latitude: 43.399844614042969
- Longitude: -72.010845169311523
- Road Frontage: Yes
- Seasonal: No
- State: NH
- Street Designation: Road
- Map: 105
- Zip Code: 03257
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Year: 2025
- Taxes TBD: No
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Capacity: 2.00
- Driveway: Paved
Virtual Tour
- Property Panorama Virtual Tour: https://tour.primemls.com/217-Forest-Acres-Road-New-London-NH-03257/unbranded
Property
Lot Information
- Block: 000
- Lot: 20
- Lot Features: Country Setting, Lake Access, Lake Frontage, Lake View, Lakes, Landscaped, Trail/Near Trail, Water View, Waterfront, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Paths, Near Shopping, Near Skiing, Near Snowmobile Trails, Near Hospital, Near School(s)
- Lot Size Acres: 0.46
- Road Frontage Length: 99.0
- Water Frontage Length: 100.0
- Water Body Access: Yes
- Water Body Name: Messer Pond
- Waterfront Property Rights: Exclusively Owned
- Total Finished Area: 2467.0
- Above Grade Finished Area: 1343.0
- Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
- Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
- AboveGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
- Below Grade Finished Area: 1124.0
- Below Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
- Below Grade Unfinished Area: 176.0
- BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
- Lot Size Square Feet: 20038.0
- Total Area: 2643.0
Property and Assessments
- Property Class: Residential
- Property Type: Single Family
- Construction Status: Existing
- Easements: Yes
- Flood Zone: Unknown
- Plan Survey Number: 1515
- PreConstruction: No
- Suitable Use: Residential
- Surveyed: Yes
- Water Body Restrictions: Yes
- Year Built: 1993
- School District: Kearsarge Sch Dst SAU #65
- High School: Kearsarge Regional HS
- Middle/Jr School: Kearsarge Regional Middle Sch
- Elementary School: Kearsarge Elem New London
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
- Sewer: Private
- Water Source: Drilled Well, Private
- Utilities: Propane
- Water Access Details: Directly Adjoining
- Internet: Fiber Optic Internet
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Color: Gray
- Construction Materials: Wood Frame
- Roof: Standing Seam
Interior Features
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Access Type: Walkout
- Basement Description: Daylight, Finished, Full, Walkout
- Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Full Bathroom, Level 1: 1/2 Bathroom, Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Foyer, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Laundry Room, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Primary Bdm Ste
- Rooms: Level B: Level B: Bedroom, Level B: Full Bathroom, Level B: Family Room, Level B: Office/Study, Level B: Utility Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Wood Stove, Mini Split
- Cooling: Mini Split
- Total Stories: 2
- Rooms Total: 8
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
- Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Bathrooms Total: 3
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Level: 1
- Room Type: Kitchen
Room 2
- Room Level: 1
- Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
- Room Level: 1
- Room Type: Living Room
Room 4
- Room Level: 1
- Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room 5
- Room Level: 1
- Room Type: Primary BR Suite
Room 6
- Room Level: 1
- Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room 7
- Room Level: 1
- Room Type: Foyer
Room 8
- Room Level: 1
- Room Type: Laundry Room
Room 9
- Room Level: 1
- Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room 10
- Room Level: Basement
- Room Type: Bedroom
Room 11
- Room Level: Basement
- Room Type: Bedroom
Room 12
- Room Level: Basement
- Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room 13
- Room Level: Basement
- Room Type: Office/Study
Room 14
- Room Level: Basement
- Room Type: Family Room
Room 15
- Room Level: Basement
- Room Type: Utility Room
Property History for 217 Forest Acres Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 25, 2026 | Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5090805 | $1,500,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/25/2026 | Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5090805 | $1,500,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 217 Forest Acres Road
Taxable ValueLand$617,400Additions$397,200Total$1,014,600
Tax Record2024$11,780 ($982 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,479 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,479 SqFtStories1Lot Size20,038 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1993Year Renovated2001ZoningR2 - RCountyMERRIMACKAPNNLDN M:105 L:20 S:0Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 217 Forest Acres Road
This home is within Kearsarge Regional School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 13 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Kearsarge Reg. Elementary School At New London PublicK to 5 | ||
Kearsarge Regional Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Kearsarge Regional High School Public9 to 13 |
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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