39 Nelson St

Dover, NH 03820

$549,000
Price
3
Beds
1,607 Sq. Ft.
$342 / Sq. Ft.
1,607
Sq. Ft.
$342
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Lovely historic New Englander in Dover’s Downtown Historic District. Rich in character, this home features hardwood floors, crown molding, original woodwork, and classic pocket doors between the living and dining rooms. Most windows are original and thoughtfully restored. The updated kitchen blends modern function with vintage flair—offering wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a Jenn-Air gas stove, and soapstone & granite countertops. Cozy up with both a wood stove and gas fireplace. A first-floor...Lovely historic New Englander in Dover’s Downtown Historic District. Rich in character, this home features hardwood floors, crown molding, original woodwork, and classic pocket doors between the living and dining rooms. Most windows are original and thoughtfully restored. The updated kitchen blends modern function with vintage flair—offering wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a Jenn-Air gas stove, and soapstone & granite countertops. Cozy up with both a wood stove and gas fireplace. A first-floor half bath includes a convenient laundry area. Upstairs, a beautiful staircase leads to three bedrooms and a full bath with radiant heat in the tile floor. The freshly painted exterior & paved driveway complements the well-landscaped yard with and a fire pit—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy an easy walk to downtown restaurants, parks, and the library.
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Property Details for 39 Nelson Street

Zoning
RM-U
LISTING UPDATED: 04/10/2026 11:30 PM

Property Details for 39 Nelson Street

StatusUnder Contract
MLS #5082829
Days on Market1
Taxes$8,449 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1905
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
CountyStrafford County
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Building Information for 39 Nelson Street

Stories1Year Built1905Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF

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Property Information for 39 Nelson Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Dover
  • County: NH-Strafford
  • Directions: Washington Street take left on Atkinson Street and right on Nelson Street.
  • Latitude: 43.191632000001000
  • Longitude: -70.878354000000002
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: NH
  • Street Designation: Street
  • Map: 9
  • Zip Code: 03820
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Rate: 19.68%
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Taxes TBD: No
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Driveway: Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Block: 36
  • Lot: 0
  • Lot Features: Level, Slight, Near Paths, Neighborhood, Near Public Transportatn, Near School(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Road Frontage Length: 50.0
  • Total Finished Area: 1607.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1607.0
  • 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: 819.0
  • BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4792.0
  • Total Area: 2426.0
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Amount: $429,300
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Flood Zone: No
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Year Built: 1905
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Internet: High Speed Intrnt at Site
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Color: Yellow
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Concrete Floor, Sump Pump, Interior Access
  • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Laundry Room
  • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Primary Bedroom
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant Floor, Steam, Wood Stove, Gas Fireplace
  • Cooling: None
  • Total Stories: 1.75
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Laundry Room
Room 2
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom

Property History for 39 Nelson Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 10, 2026

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #5082829

—
Apr 9, 2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5082829

$549,000—
Aug 31, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #604193390

$274,000

+1.8% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/10/2026

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #5082829

—
04/09/2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5082829

$549,000
08/31/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #604193390

$274,000

+1.8% / yr

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

Public Records for 39 Nelson Street

Taxable ValueLand$155,700Additions$273,600Total$429,300
Tax Record2025$8,449 ($704 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,607 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,607 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt819 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,792 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1905ZoningRM-UCountySTRAFFORDAPNDOVR M:09036 B: L:Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 39 Nelson Street

This home is within Dover School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Woodman Park School
Public - PK to 4
Dover Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Dover Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
My School
Private - PK to 2
Rating
School
Distance
Woodman Park School
PublicPK to 4

Dover Middle School
Public5 to 8

Dover Senior High School
Public9 to 12

My School
PrivatePK to 2

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