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Listed by: Keller Williams Realty-Metropolitan • Matthew Despres

Price cut: $13K (9/29)

$412,000

251 Macdowell Road, Peterborough, NH 03458

4beds

1,750sqft

$3,238/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1962

0.89 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$235/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Charming 4-bedroom Cape nestled in desirable West Peterborough. This bright and airy home features a large living room with a cozy fireplace, a welcoming morning kitchen with refrigerator and ample room for a table, and a brand-new kitchen with new appliances. First-floor laundry adds everyday convenience. The property also includes a 1-car attached garage and a portable shelter for extra storage. Ideally located near Adams Playground and scenic MacDowell Reservoir, with easy access to Route 101 for convenient commuting, this home offers a wonderful blend of comfort, convenience, and charm.

50 days
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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Heating

Hot Water

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Laundry: Laundry Hook-ups, 1st Floor Laundry

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Hearth, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Flooring: Hardwood, Softwood, Vinyl, Vinyl Plank
Basement: Bulkhead,Concrete,Unfinished,Walk-Up Access
Has fireplace: Yes
Fireplace features: Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,660
Total interior livable area: 1,750 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,750
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Paved, Direct Entry, Driveway, Garage, Off Street, Attached
Garage spaces: 1
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: 1.75
Stories: 1.75
Patio & porch: Porch
Exterior features: Storage

Lot

Size: 0.89 Acres
Features: Country Setting, Wooded, Neighborhood

Details

Parcel number: PTBRMU031B005L000
Zoning description: Residential
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cape
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Clapboard Exterior
Foundation: Poured Concrete
Roof: Architectural Shingle,Asphalt Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1962

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Leach Field, Private Sewer, Septic Tank
Utilities for property: Cable Available, Phone Available

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Peterborough

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $235/sqft
Tax assessed value: $223,700
Annual tax amount: $8,383
Date on market: 8/14/2026
Exclusions: Washer and Dryer are not included in the sale.

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/29/2026	Price change	$412,000-3.1%$235/sqft
Source: PrimeMLS #5105117 Report a problem
8/17/2026	Listed for sale	$425,000+51.8%$243/sqft
Source: PrimeMLS #5105117 Report a problem
5/19/2022	Sold	$280,000$160/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$7,270 +22.3%	$223,700 +6.1%
2023	$5,945 +12.3%	$210,900 +3%
2022	$5,296 +0.4%	$204,800
2021	$5,276 +7.4%	$204,800 +28.6%
2020	$4,913 +3.7%	$159,300
2019	$4,739 -1.1%	$159,300
2018	$4,793 +16.6%	$159,300 +22%
2017	$4,109 +2%	$130,600
2016	$4,028 +3.8%	$130,600
2015	$3,880 +3.3%	$130,600 +6.3%
2014	$3,756	$122,900