255 John Tasker Road

Closed 8/28/26

Sold

Last Sold Price

$1,000,000

4 beds2 baths2,042 sqft

255 John Tasker Rd, Barnstead, NH 03218

Single FamilyProperty Type

140 acresLot Size

1800Year Built

$490/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Recent $105,000 Price Improvement creates an incredible opportunity! Set on 140 acres of beautifully timbered land (121 acres in conservation), this timeless New England farmhouse invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and embrace a lifestyle rooted in history while thoughtfully updated for today. Rolling fields, open skies, sweeping views, a peaceful freshwater pond, and abundant wildlife create an extraordinary setting for country living. The classic 34' x 60' two-story barn offers endless possibilities...Recent $105,000 Price Improvement creates an incredible opportunity! Set on 140 acres of beautifully timbered land (121 acres in conservation), this timeless New England farmhouse invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and embrace a lifestyle rooted in history while thoughtfully updated for today. Rolling fields, open skies, sweeping views, a peaceful freshwater pond, and abundant wildlife create an extraordinary setting for country living. The classic 34' x 60' two-story barn offers endless possibilities for animals, hobbies, storage, or workshop space, complete with a dedicated woodworking shop and dust filtration system. Inside, warmth and character shine throughout, featuring a desirable first-floor primary bedroom and bath, four bedrooms total, and preserved period charm seamlessly blended with modern comforts including central air, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and more. Explore miles of land ideal for hiking, hunting, and outdoor recreation, or simply unwind while taking in unforgettable sunsets over rolling pastures. Conveniently located near the Lakes Region’s most sought-after destinations just minutes to Lake Winnipesaukee, Mount Major, and Gunstock Mountain Resort, this exceptional property offers the rare opportunity to enjoy peaceful country living without sacrificing modern convenience.

Sold By BHHS Verani Bedford

Listed by: Denise Rice • BHHS Verani Bedford Cell: 603-303-1078

Listing closed: 08/28/2026 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 5086229

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Property Information for 255 John Tasker Road

Property Details

Taxes: $7,280 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
County: Belknap County
Water View: No
Waterfront Property: No
Zoning: Residential/Agricultural

Building Information

Stories: 1
Year Built: 1800
Lot Size: 140.00 AC / 6,098,400 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

City: Barnstead
County: NH-Belknap

Latitude: 43.300496808091317
Longitude: -71.232187542327878
Road Frontage: Yes
Seasonal: No
State: NH
Street Designation: Road
Map: 000004
Zip Code: 03218-3581

Taxes and HOA Information

Tax Year: 2025
Taxes TBD: No

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Capacity: 2.00

Driveway: Paved

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Lot Information

Block: 000000
Lot: 000026

Lot Features: Agricultural, Conserved Land, Field/Pasture, Rolling, Secluded, View, Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 140.0
Road Frontage Length: 120.0
Water Body Access: No
Total Finished Area: 2042.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 2042.0
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: 169.0
BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
Lot Size Square Feet: 6098400.0
Total Area: 2211.0

Property and Assessments

Property Class: Residential
Property Type: Single Family

Property Condition: Existing
Easements: Yes
Flood Zone: Unknown
Owned Land: Yes
PreConstruction: No
Resort: No
ROW to other Parcel: Unknown
Possible Use: Agriculture, Residential
Surveyed: Unknown
Year Built: 1800
School District: Barnstead Sch District SAU #86
High School: Prospect Mountain High School
Elementary School: Barnstead Elementary School
Property Tax Relief Program: Yes

Utilities

Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breaker(s)
Sewer: Existing Leach Field, Private, Septic

Water Source: On-Site Well Exists, Private
Utilities: Cable Available, Propane, Underground Gas, Telephone Available
Internet: High Speed Intrnt Avail

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Construction Materials: Clapboard Exterior
Roof: Metal

Interior Features

Appliances: Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qual Dishwshr, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qual Dryer, Gas Range, ENERGY STAR Qual Fridge, ENERGY STAR Qual Washer, Gas Stove, Propane Water Heater
Basement: Yes

Basement Access Type: Interior
Basement Description: Dirt Floor, Gravel, Unfinished, Interior Access, Basement Stairs
Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: 3/4 Bathroom, Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Foyer, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Laundry Room, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Primary Bedroom
Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: 3/4 Bathroom, Level 2: Other
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Softwood
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central AC
Total Stories: 1.5
Rooms Total: 9
Bathrooms Full: 0
Bathrooms Half: 0
Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 2
Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Total: 2

Room Information

Room 1

Room Dimensions: 9'6 X 16
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Kitchen

Room 2

Room Dimensions: 11'8 X 12'4
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Dining Room

Room 3

Room Dimensions: 12'10 X 25
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Living Room

Room 4

Room Dimensions: 13'4 X 12.9
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Primary Bedroom

Room 5

Room Dimensions: 14'1 X 15.5
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Bedroom

Room 6

Room Dimensions: 13'1 X 8
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Laundry Room

Room 7

Room Dimensions: 19' X 14.1
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Other

Room 8

Room Dimensions: 9'7 X 12'8
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Bedroom

Room 9

Room Dimensions: 9'8 X 8'8
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Bedroom

Room 10

Room Dimensions: 6'7 X 9'2
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter

Room 11

Room Dimensions: 7'1 X 8'6
Room Level: 2

Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter

Room 12

Room Dimensions: 16' X 7'6
Room Level: 1

Room Type: Foyer

Property History for 255 John Tasker Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Aug 28, 2026	Sold New England Real Estate Network #5086229	$1,000,000	—
Aug 28, 2026	Pending New England Real Estate Network #5086229		—
Aug 26, 2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1948805523	$1,000,000	—
Jul 17, 2026	Active Under Contract New England Real Estate Network #5086229		—
Apr 30, 2026	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5086229	$1,200,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
08/28/2026	Sold New England Real Estate Network #5086229	$1,000,000
08/28/2026	Pending New England Real Estate Network #5086229	—
08/26/2026	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1948805523	$1,000,000
07/17/2026	Active Under Contract New England Real Estate Network #5086229	—
04/30/2026	Listed (Active) New England Real Estate Network #5086229	$1,200,000

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

Public Records for 255 John Tasker Road

Taxable ValueLand$119,968Additions$304,500Total$424,468

Tax Record2025$7,280 ($607 / month)

Home Facts

Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,291 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,291 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,488,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoning101 RECountyBELKNAPAPNBRND M:00004 L:000026 S:000000

Schools near 255 John Tasker Road

This home is within Barnstead School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
5/10	Barnstead Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 8	3.7 mi
4/10	Prospect Mountain High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 13	9.5 mi


Rating	School	Distance
5/10	Barnstead Elementary School PublicPK to 8 Serves this home	3.7 mi
4/10	Prospect Mountain High School Public9 to 13 Serves this home	9.5 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: 255 John Tasker Road, Barnstead, NH 03218	$1,000,000	4	2	2,042	6,098,400
27 Evans Road, Barnstead, NH 03218	–	2	2.5	2,320	304,920
203 John Tasker Road, Barnstead, NH 03218	$390,000	5	4	4,663	246,549
187 John Tasker Road, Barnstead, NH 03218	–	2	1	1,780	223,027
77 Evans Road, Barnstead, NH 03218	–	3	1	2,011	3,049,200
165 John Tasker Road, Barnstead, NH 03218	$520,000	5	3	2,020	217,800
206 John Tasker Road, Barnstead, NH 03218	–	3	2	2,832	3,720,024
153 John Tasker Road, Barnstead, NH 03218	–	3	1	1,737	221,285
64 Evans Road, Barnstead, NH 03218	–	3	1	2,563	3,528,360
121 John Tasker Road, Barnstead, NH 03218	–	3	1	1,473	248,248
94 Evans Road, Barnstead, NH 03218	–	3	2	1,622	901,692
72 John Tasker Road, Barnstead, NH 03218	–	1	1.5	441	2,395,800
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270 Bow Lake Road, Barnstead, NH 03218	$238,400	5	3	4,054	182,952
281 Bow Lake Road, Barnstead, NH 03218	–	3	1.5	2,739	1,698,840

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