Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds2,640 sqft$492/sqft
273 Forest Acres Rd, New London, NH 03257
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.44 acresLot Size
2005Year Built
$492/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Enjoy 101 feet of pristine waterfront on tranquil Messer Pond—ideal for kayaking, fishing, and peaceful boating. Surrounded by natural beauty and protected by an active watershed association, this 72-acre pond also offers direct access to the scenic Messer Pond Trail. Architecturally designed with superior craftsmanship, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath modern timberframe home features soaring cathedral ceilings, exposed beams, a striking granite fireplace, and a durable standing seam metal roof. The open-concept...Enjoy 101 feet of pristine waterfront on tranquil Messer Pond—ideal for kayaking, fishing, and peaceful boating. Surrounded by natural beauty and protected by an active watershed association, this 72-acre pond also offers direct access to the scenic Messer Pond Trail. Architecturally designed with superior craftsmanship, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath modern timberframe home features soaring cathedral ceilings, exposed beams, a striking granite fireplace, and a durable standing seam metal roof. The open-concept layout includes a beautifully appointed kitchen with granite countertops, perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers serene pond views, a spa-like bathroom, and a walk-in closet. Just beyond, a versatile loft overlooks the main living area—ideal for a home office, reading nook, or studio. Step out onto the expansive back deck to take in sweeping water views. Conveniently located near the town center, Mount Sunapee, and I-89, and just two hours from Boston, this property blends refined lakeside living with everyday ease. Showings start at the open house Saturday the 26th at 10am.

    Sold By Lakefront Living Realty - The Smith Group

    • Listed by: Jessica & Anthony Dolan • Dolan Real Estate Phone: 603-359-9177
    Listing closed: 12/10/2025 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 5053268

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    Property Taxes

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    Property Information for 273 Forest Acres Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $10,117 / year
    • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
    • Water Body Type: Pond
    • Waterfront Property: Yes
    • Zoning: R2 - R
    Building Information
    • Stories: 2
    • Year Built: 2005
    • Lot Size: 0.44 AC / 19,166 SF
    Summary
    Location and General Information
    • City: New London
    • County: NH-Merrimack
    • Latitude: 43.398659000001004
    • Longitude: -72.009822000000000
    • Road Frontage: Yes
    • Seasonal: No
    • State: NH
    • Street Designation: Road
    • Map: 118
    • Zip Code: 03257
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Tax Year: 2024
    • Taxes TBD: No
    Parking
    • Garage: No
    • Driveway: Gravel
    Property
    Lot Information
    • Block: 17
    • Lot: 000
    • Lot Features: View, Waterfront, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course
    • Lot Size Acres: 0.44
    • Road Frontage Length: 100.0
    • Water Body Access: Yes
    • Water Body Name: Messer Pond
    • Waterfront Property Rights: Exclusively Owned
    • Total Finished Area: 2640.0
    • Above Grade Finished Area: 1500.0
    • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
    • Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
    • AboveGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
    • Below Grade Finished Area: 1140.0
    • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
    • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
    • Lot Size Square Feet: 19166.0
    • Total Area: 2640.0
    Property and Assessments
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Property Type: Single Family
    • Flood Zone: Unknown
    • PreConstruction: No
    • Surveyed: Unknown
    • Water Body Restrictions: Unknown
    • Year Built: 2005
    • High School: Kearsarge Regional HS
    • Middle/Jr School: Kearsarge Regional Middle Sch
    Utilities
    • Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
    • Sewer: Septic
    • Water Source: Drilled Well, Private
    • Utilities: Cable
    • Water Access Details: Directly Adjoining
    • Internet: Cable Internet
    Interior and Exterior Features
    Exterior Features
    • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
    • Roof: Standing Seam
    Interior Features
    • Basement: Yes
    • Basement Access Type: Walkout
    • Basement Description: Finished, Walkout, Exterior Access
    • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
    • Heating: Radiant
    • Cooling: None
    • Total Stories: 2
    • Rooms Total: 8
    • Bathrooms Full: 2
    • Bathrooms Half: 0
    • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
    • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
    • Bedrooms Total: 3
    • Bathrooms Total: 2

    Property History for 273 Forest Acres Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Dec 10, 2025

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #5053268

    $1,300,000
    Dec 10, 2025

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #5053268

    Oct 29, 2025

    Active Under Contract

    New England Real Estate Network #5053268

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    12/10/2025

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #5053268

    $1,300,000
    12/10/2025

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #5053268

    10/29/2025

    Active Under Contract

    New England Real Estate Network #5053268

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

    Public Records for 273 Forest Acres Road

    Taxable ValueLand$549,800Additions$321,600Total$871,400
    Tax Record2024$10,117 ($843 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,805 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,805 SqFtStories2Lot Size19,166 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005Year Renovated2006ZoningR2 - RCountyMERRIMACKAPNNLDN M:118 L:17 S:0

    Schools near 273 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 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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