217 Forest Acres Road

Closed 9/30/26

Sold

Last Sold Price

$1,100,000

3 beds3 baths2,467 sqft

217 Forest Acres Rd, New London, NH 03257

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.46 acresLot Size

1993Year Built

$446/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

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...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.

Listing Agent

Carter Bascom
Listing Agent
Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
P: (603) 526-4050
M: (603) 493-8642
Call Text

Sold By KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Wolfeboro

Listing closed: 09/30/2026 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 5090805

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Property Information for 217 Forest Acres Road

Property Details

Taxes: $12,033 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
County: Merrimack County
Water Body Type: Lake
Water View: Yes
Waterfront Property: Yes
Zoning: R2 - Residential

Building Information

Stories: 2
Year Built: 1993
Lot Size: 0.46 AC / 20,037 SF

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

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Property

Lot Information

Block: 000
Lot: 20

Lot Features: Country Setting, Landscaped, Trail/Near Trail, 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

Property Condition: Existing
Easements: Yes
Flood Zone: Unknown
Plan Survey Number: 1515
PreConstruction: No
Possible 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
Sep 30, 2026	Sold New England Real Estate Network #5090805	$1,100,000	—
Sep 28, 2026	Pending New England Real Estate Network #5090805		—
Sep 8, 2026	Active Under Contract New England Real Estate Network #5090805		—
May 25, 2026	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5090805	$1,500,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
09/30/2026	Sold New England Real Estate Network #5090805	$1,100,000
09/28/2026	Pending New England Real Estate Network #5090805	—
09/08/2026	Active Under Contract New England Real Estate Network #5090805	—
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 Value

Land

$617,400

Additions

$397,200

Total$1,014,600

Tax Record

2024

$11,780 ($982 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

Baths

2.5

Total Finished SqFt

2,479 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,479 SqFt

Stories

Lot Size

20,038 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1993

Year Renovated

2001

Zoning

R2 - R

County

MERRIMACK

APN

NLDN M:105 L:20 S:0

Schools near 217 Forest Acres Road

This home is within Kearsarge Regional School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
8/10	Kearsarge Reg. Elementary School At New London	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	1.7 mi
6/10	Kearsarge Regional Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	5.5 mi
8/10	Kearsarge Regional High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 13	6.4 mi


Rating	School	Distance
8/10	Kearsarge Reg. Elementary School At New London PublicK to 5 Serves this home	1.7 mi
6/10	Kearsarge Regional Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	5.5 mi
8/10	Kearsarge Regional High School Public9 to 13 Serves this home	6.4 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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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 217 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257	$1,100,000	3	3	2,467	20,037
203 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257	$430,000	2	2.5	1,330	19,602
235 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257	–	3	3.5	2,379	19,602
195 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257	$160,000	2	1	951	19,166
253 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257	–	5	3	2,646	47,916
65 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257	$150,000	3	2	–	87,120
232 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257	$423,000	3	3	2,803	87,120
196 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257	$242,500	3	2	1,792	45,302
185 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257	–	2	4.5	3,083	20,909
188 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257	$175,000	3	2	2,529	47,916
171 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257	–	3	1	1,322	52,272
73 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257	$107,000	2	1	–	89,733
260 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257	$645,000	3	3	2,167	35,719
153 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257	–	3	2	2,001	24,394
143 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257	–	2	1.5	1,415	28,314
295 Forest Acres Road, New London, NH 03257	$850,000	3	2	1,520	20,473

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