259 MacDowell Road

Closed 8/29/25
Closed 8/29/25
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$410,000
4 beds1,404 sqft$292/sqft
259 MacDowell Rd, Peterborough, NH 03458
Single FamilyProperty Type
5.08 acresLot Size
1990Year Built
$292/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Welcome to this cozy and inviting Cape nestled in one of Peterborough’s most desirable neighborhoods—just minutes from scenic trails, vibrant restaurants, unique shops, and year-round activities. This home offers the perfect blend of comfort, character, and convenience. Inside, you’ll find four bedrooms—two on the main floor and two upstairs—providing flexibility for a home office space, workout room or guest accommodations. A lovely kitchen with updated appliances and lots of good counter and drawer...Welcome to this cozy and inviting Cape nestled in one of Peterborough’s most desirable neighborhoods—just minutes from scenic trails, vibrant restaurants, unique shops, and year-round activities. This home offers the perfect blend of comfort, character, and convenience. Inside, you’ll find four bedrooms—two on the main floor and two upstairs—providing flexibility for a home office space, workout room or guest accommodations. A lovely kitchen with updated appliances and lots of good counter and drawer space. Two pellet stoves offer cozy supplemental heat during the cooler months, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout the home. Recent updates include a new septic system, chimney repairs, and a new electrical panel, offering peace of mind and improved functionality for years to come. You also have 5+ acres to explore, play in and craft to your liking! This home is within walking distance of Adams Playground and Macdowell Dam, and everything else you need is within a 5-minute drive. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for the perfect space to grow, this lovingly maintained home is a fantastic opportunity to put down roots in a thriving community. Don’t miss your chance to make this sweet Peterborough gem your own!

    Sold By Realty One Group Next Level

    • Listed by: David Hansen • Keller Williams Realty-Metropolitan
    • Listed by: Anena Hansen • Keller Williams Realty-Metropolitan
    Listing closed: 08/29/2025 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 5053078

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    Median sold price

    $420,000

    Avg days on market

    28

    Sale-to-list ratio

    94.9%

    Peterborough, NH

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    Property Information for 259 MacDowell Road

    Property Details
    Building Information
    • Stories: 2
    • Year Built: 1990
    • Lot Size: 5.08 AC / 221,284 SF
    Summary
    Location and General Information
    • City: Peterborough
    • County: NH-Hillsborough
    • Directions: Second house down off of Windy Row
    • Latitude: 42.892097000001002
    • Longitude: -71.976551999999998
    • Road Frontage: Yes
    • Seasonal: No
    • State: NH
    • Street Designation: Road
    • Map: U
    • Zip Code: 03458
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Tax Year: 2024
    • Taxes TBD: No
    Parking
    • Garage: No
    • Driveway: Paved
    Property
    Lot Information
    • Block: 31
    • Lot: 8
    • Lot Features: Country Setting, Stream, Wooded, Rural
    • Lot Size Acres: 5.08
    • Road Frontage Length: 315.0
    • Total Finished Area: 1404.0
    • Above Grade Finished Area: 1404.0
    • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Estimated
    • 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: 936.0
    • BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
    • Lot Size Square Feet: 221285.0
    • Total Area: 2340.0
    Property and Assessments
    • Assessment Amount: $228,900
    • Assessment Year: 2024
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Property Type: Single Family
    • Flood Zone: No
    • Owned Land: Yes
    • PreConstruction: No
    • Surveyed: Unknown
    • Year Built: 1990
    • School District: Contoocook Valley SD SAU #1
    • High School: Contoocook Valley Regional Hig
    • Middle/Jr School: South Meadow School
    • Elementary School: Peterborough Elem School
    Utilities
    • Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
    • Sewer: Private, Septic
    • Water Source: Public
    • Utilities: Cable Available
    • Internet: High Speed Intrnt Avail
    Interior and Exterior Features
    Exterior Features
    • Color: Tan
    • Construction Materials: Timber Frame
    • Roof: Architectural Shingle
    Interior Features
    • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Electric Stove
    • Basement: Yes
    • Basement Access Type: Walkout
    • Basement Description: Partially Finished
    • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Eat-in Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room
    • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Vinyl Plank
    • Heating: Oil, Pellet Stove, Baseboard
    • Cooling: None
    • Total Stories: 2
    • Rooms Total: 6
    • Bathrooms Full: 1
    • Bathrooms Half: 0
    • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
    • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
    • Bedrooms Total: 4
    • Bathrooms Total: 2
    Room Information
    Room 1
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Eat-in Kitchen
    Room 2
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Living Room
    Room 3
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 4
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 5
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 6
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom

    Property History for 259 MacDowell Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Aug 29, 2025

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #5053078

    		$410,000—
    Aug 29, 2025

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #5053078

    		—
    Jul 23, 2025

    Listed (Active)

    New England Real Estate Network #5053078

    		$415,000—
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    08/29/2025

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #5053078

    $410,000
    08/29/2025

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #5053078

    —
    07/23/2025

    Listed (Active)

    New England Real Estate Network #5053078

    $415,000

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

    Public Records for 259 MacDowell Road

    Taxable ValueLand$76,600Additions$152,300Total$228,900
    Tax Record2025$7,439 ($620 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,310 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,310 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt936 SqFtStories1Lot Size221,285 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1990Year Renovated1990ZoningRCountyHILLSBOROUGHAPNPTBR M:U031 B:008 L:000

    Schools near 259 MacDowell Road

    This home is within Contoocook Valley School District.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Peterborough Elementary School
    		Public - PK to 4
    South Meadow School
    		Public - 5 to 8
    Conval Regional High School
    		Public - 9 to 13
    Mountain Shadows School
    		Private - 1 to 12
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Peterborough Elementary School
    PublicPK to 4

    South Meadow School
    Public5 to 8

    Conval Regional High School
    Public9 to 13

    Mountain Shadows School
    Private1 to 12

    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

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 259 MacDowell Road, Peterborough, NH 03458
    $410,000
    4
    1,404
    221,284
    263 MacDowell Road, Peterborough, NH 03458
    $167,000
    3
    1,536
    21,780
    35 Windy Row, Peterborough, NH 03458
    $162,500
    3
    1,292
    84,942
    231 MacDowell Road, Peterborough, NH 03458
    $162,900
    2
    1,384
    226,512
    44 Windy Row, Peterborough, NH 03458
    –
    5
    2
    2,121
    124,146
    59 Windy Row, Peterborough, NH 03458
    $300,000
    3
    1,452
    130,680

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