78 Watson Rd

Dover, NH 03820

$659,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,640 Sq. Ft.
$402 / Sq. Ft.
1,640
Sq. Ft.
$402
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome to 78 Watson Rd, Dover, NH - where rustic charm meets modern luxury on 9.10 acres of wooded bliss with 50' of waterfront on the Cocheco River. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom log cabin ranch, sprawling across 1640sf, invites you into a world of comfort and custom craftsmanship. As you step inside, be greeted by the warmth a wood stove and beautiful slate flooring throughout the open-concept living space adorned with wood interior walls and a vaulted ceiling and skylights, creating an inviting...Welcome to 78 Watson Rd, Dover, NH - where rustic charm meets modern luxury on 9.10 acres of wooded bliss with 50' of waterfront on the Cocheco River. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom log cabin ranch, sprawling across 1640sf, invites you into a world of comfort and custom craftsmanship. As you step inside, be greeted by the warmth a wood stove and beautiful slate flooring throughout the open-concept living space adorned with wood interior walls and a vaulted ceiling and skylights, creating an inviting lodge-like atmosphere for gatherings. The heart of the home, a custom kitchen, boasts gorgeous granite countertops, complemented by a kitchen island featuring a convenient prep sink - a perfect setup for culinary enthusiasts. An en-suite bedroom offers a large walk-in closet and a custom bath. The 2 additional bedrooms share a tastefully finished full bathroom. Venture downstairs to discover the 1600sf of unfinished basement, with private daylight walk-out access, awaiting your personal touch for expanded living space or a recreation haven. The exterior of this property is as enchanting as the interior, featuring a spacious 2-car garage and a large back deck overlooking the picturesque surroundings. A secondary kitchen with attached screen porch, adds an ideal space for entertaining guests. Strategically located close to downtown, shopping, Routes 9, 108 and 16 as well as the Community Trail and all recreational opportunities living on the Cocheco River has to offer!
  1. Listed by Alicia Goodwin • KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty

Sold By KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty

Property Details for 78 Watson Road

Parking
Driveway, Garage, Parking Spaces 4, Paved
Water Body Type
River
Water View
No
Waterfront Property
Yes
Zoning
R-40
LISTING UPDATED: 01/25/2024 01:11 AM

Property Details for 78 Watson Road

StatusClosed
MLS #4977867
Days on Market7
Taxes$11,999 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built2005
Lot Size9.10 AC / 396,396 SF
CountyStrafford County
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Building Information for 78 Watson Road

Stories1Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size9.10 AC / 396,396 SF

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Property Information for 78 Watson Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Dover
  • County: NH-Strafford
  • Directions: Continue on Portland Ave to Third St.. Turn left onto Third St.. Turn right onto Chestnut St. Turn left onto 4th St.. Turn right onto Washington St.. Continue onto Tolend Rd.. Turn right onto Watson Rd.. Property on Left. Sign on Property.
  • Latitude: 43.209132360373644
  • Longitude: -70.926139728836063
  • Road Frontage: TBD
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: NH
  • Street Designation: Road
  • Map: C50
  • Zip Code: 03820
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax - Gross Amount: $11,999.23
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Taxes TBD: No
School Information
  • School - District: Dover School District SAU #11
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 2.00
  • Driveway: Gravel, Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Block: 0
  • Lot: D0
  • Lot - Sqft: 396396.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 9.1
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 1640.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished AG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished BG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Total: 1640.0
  • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 1640.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished AG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished BG Source: Public Records
  • Water Frontage Length: 50.0
  • Water Body Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Cocheco River
  • Waterfront Property Rights: Exclusively Owned
Property and Assessments
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Foundation: Wood
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Water Body Restrictions: Unknown
  • Year Built: 2005
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: Private
  • Utilities: Cable - Available, Gas - LP/Bottle
  • Water Access Details: Directly Adjoining
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Features - Exterior: Deck, Porch - Screened
  • Roads: Public
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher - Energy Star, Dryer - Energy Star, Microwave, Oven - Wall, Range - Gas, Refrigerator-Energy Star, Washer - Energy Star, Exhaust Fan, Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Concrete Floor, Full, Unfinished, Exterior Access
  • Baths - Total: 2
  • Baths - Full: 2
  • Half Baths: 0
  • One Quarter Baths: 0
  • Three Quarter Bath: 0
  • Rooms - Total: 6
  • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Kitchen - Eat-in, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Primary Bedroom
  • Bedrooms - Total: 3
  • Equipment: Stove-Wood, Generator - Portable
  • Features - Interior: Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Hearth, Kitchen Island, Laundry Hook-ups, Living/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Security, Skylight, Storage - Indoor, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet, Wood Stove Hook-up, Laundry - 1st Floor
  • Flooring: Slate/Stone, Tile
  • Heat Fuel: Gas - LP/Bottle
  • Heating: Hot Water, Radiant Floor
  • Cooling: None
  • Total Stories: 1
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 23'3" x 13'1"
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 19'8" x 13'8"
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen - Eat-in
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 7'5" x 14'3"
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 14'2" x 12'4"
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 15'11" x 10'4"
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 12'10" x 10'4"
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom

Property History for 78 Watson Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 23, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1526179909

$659,000

+10.0% / yr

Jan 23, 2024

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4977867

$659,000—
Jan 10, 2024

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4977867

—
Nov 23, 2023

Active Under Contract

New England Real Estate Network #4977867

—
Nov 15, 2023

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4977867

$659,000—
Aug 16, 2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #285577619

$85,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/23/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1526179909

$659,000

+10.0% / yr

01/23/2024

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4977867

$659,000
01/10/2024

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4977867

—
11/23/2023

Active Under Contract

New England Real Estate Network #4977867

—
11/15/2023

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4977867

$659,000
08/16/2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #285577619

$85,000

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

Public Records for 78 Watson Road

Taxable ValueLand$336,100Additions$448,300Total$784,400
Tax Record2024$14,253 ($1,188 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,640 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,640 SqFtStories1Lot Size396,396 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005ZoningR-40CountySTRAFFORDAPNDOVR M:C0050 B:D L:Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 78 Watson Road

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
Cross Road Kindergarten & 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

Cross Road Kindergarten & School
PrivatePK to 2

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