Pristine 26-acre offering featuring a rare combination of open fields, mature woods, scenic local views, and 1,032 feet of direct frontage on the Contoocook River creating one of the most beautiful and private building sites in New Hampshire. Located just below the popular “Freight Train Rapids,” this exceptional property offers an extraordinary waterfront setting for those seeking privacy, recreation, and acreage. The 71-mile Contoocook River is renowned for its recreational opportunities, with this section of the river offering Class III to Class V whitewater rapids popular with experienced boaters. The river is also known for excellent fishing, including salmon, trout, and bass, making this an exceptional destination for recreational and sport fishermen. The land itself is equally impressive, with expansive fields, wooded areas, and established walking paths throughout the property. Enjoy the changing seasons, abundant natural beauty, and peaceful sounds of the river from a setting that feels wonderfully secluded while offering tremendous potential for a distinctive private estate. With its combination of substantial acreage, river frontage, open land, woods, views, and recreational opportunities, this is truly one of the most unique properties to come to the market in recent years. Approximately 21 acres are enrolled in Current Use, offering potential tax advantages to the owner. A rare opportunity to create an exceptional waterfront retreat in one of New Hampshire’s most scenic settings.
Active under contract
Listed by: Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty • Doug Peel • 603-526-4050
$399,000
111 Browns Way, Henniker, NH 03242
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26Acres
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26 Acres Lot
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What's special
Substantial acreageScenic local viewsMature woodsExpansive fieldsWooded areasExtraordinary waterfront settingRiver frontage
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Listed by:
Doug Peel,
Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty 603-526-4050
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5110605
Facts & features
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Body of water: Contoocook River
- Frontage length: Water frontage: 1032,Road frontage: 77
Lot
- Size: 26 Acres
- Features: Near Paths, Near Skiing, Country Setting, Field/Pasture, Open Lot, Views, Walking Trails
Details
- Parcel number: HENNM1L357F
- Zoning description: Rural Residential
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: At Street
- Sewer: On-Site Septic Needed
- Utilities for property: None, No Internet
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Henniker
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $184,379
- Annual tax amount: $3,890
- Date on market: 9/18/2026
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,000+42.5% |
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| 9/30/2020 | Sold | $280,000-6.4% |
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| 9/2/2020 | Listed for sale | $299,000+27.2% |
Source: Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty #4826333 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2015 | Sold | $235,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,003 | $184,379 |
| 2023 | $6,003 | $184,379 |
| 2022 | $6,003 +4.3% | $184,379 +0.1% |
| 2020 | $5,756 -16.8% | $184,256 -5.9% |
| 2019 | $6,918 -10.2% | $195,748 -14.4% |
| 2018 | $7,707 -0.7% | $228,750 |
| 2017 | $7,764 +1.8% | $228,750 |
| 2016 | $7,624 +5.9% | $228,750 |
| 2015 | $7,199 +111.9% | $228,750 +106.5% |
| 2014 | $3,398 | $110,750 |
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Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 03242
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Henniker Community School
- Middle: Henniker Community School
- High: John Stark Regional High Sch
- District: Henniker Sch District SAU #24
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.



