Welcome to 247 Main Street in low-tax Alton! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath cape offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and scenic beauty. Set on a manageable 0.23-acre lot, you'll enjoy peaceful views of the Merrymeeting River and distant mountain peaks—all just a few minute drive to Alton Bay & Lake Winnipesaukee. With 1,211 square feet of living space, this home features a flexible layout ideal for a wide range of buyers—from first-time homeowners to those seeking a year-round retreat or investment property. Inside, you'll find a cozy main living area, a well-appointed kitchen, and three comfortable bedrooms. Whether you're relaxing on the porch with a view, launching your kayak just down the road, or exploring nearby dining, shopping, and recreation options, you'll love the lifestyle this location offers. Don't miss this opportunity to own a well-priced home in one of the Lakes Region’s most desirable town!
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Listed by: KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Wolfeboro • Reilly Glover
Bought with: EXP Realty
$365,000
247 Main Street, Alton, NH 03809
3beds
1,211sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
10,019 Square Feet Lot
$375,000 Zestimate®
$301/sqft
$2,584 Estimated rent
Home value
$375,000
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Listed by:
Reilly Glover,
KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Wolfeboro Phone:603-581-9620,
Aaron Dore,
KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Wolfeboro
Bought with:
The Dolloff Team
EXP Realty
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5039187
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Hot Water
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Dirt,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,155
- Total interior livable area: 1,211 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,088
- Finished area below ground: 123
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Dirt, Gravel, Paved, Parking Spaces 3 - 5
Features
- Levels: 1.75
- Stories: 1.75
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Mountain(s)
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: River
- Body of water: Merrymeeting River
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 100
Lot
- Size: 10,019 Square Feet
- Features: Sloped, Views, In Town, Near Shopping, Near Skiing, Rural, Near School(s)
Details
- Parcel number: ALTNM31B6
- Zoning description: RC-RES COM W/M WATER
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Phone Available, Satellite Internet
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Alton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $301/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $138,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,791
- Date on market: 5/2/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2025 | Sold | $365,000-3.9%$301/sqft |
Source:  PrimeMLS #5039187 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2025 | Price change | $380,000-5%$314/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5039187 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $399,999+233.3%$330/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5039187 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2018 | Sold | $120,000-25%$99/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2018 | Listing removed | $160,000$132/sqft |
Source: RSA Realty, LLC #4684977 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2018 | Price change | $160,000-2.7%$132/sqft |
Source: RSA Realty, LLC #4684977 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2018 | Listed for sale | $164,500+66.2%$136/sqft |
Source: RSA Realty, LLC #4684977 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2009 | Sold | $99,000-47.4%$82/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2009 | Sold | $188,300$155/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,791 -1.5% | $138,000 |
| 2023 | $1,819 +15.9% | $138,000 |
| 2022 | $1,569 -19.4% | $138,000 -1.1% |
| 2021 | $1,947 | $139,600 |
| 2020 | $1,947 +11.5% | $139,600 |
| 2019 | $1,746 -6.2% | $139,600 +4.9% |
| 2018 | $1,862 +8.8% | $133,100 |
| 2017 | $1,712 +3.9% | $133,100 +14.2% |
| 2016 | $1,648 +7.4% | $116,500 +8.3% |
| 2015 | $1,535 +13.3% | $107,600 +10% |
| 2014 | $1,355 -0.6% | $97,800 -3.6% |
| 2013 | $1,363 +7.8% | $101,400 +9.7% |
| 2012 | $1,264 +10.8% | $92,400 +5.8% |
| 2011 | $1,141 -7.5% | $87,300 -16.3% |
| 2009 | $1,234 +1.1% | $104,300 -3.4% |
| 2008 | $1,220 -9% | $108,000 -14.8% |
| 2007 | $1,340 | $126,800 |
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Neighborhood: 03809
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Alton Central School (Elem)Grades: PK-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Prospect Mountain High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
- NAProspect Mountain High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Alton Central School
- Middle: Alton Central School
- High: Prospect Mountain High School
- District: Alton School District SAU #72
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- New Hampshire
- Belknap County
- Alton
- 03809
- 247 Main Street
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