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Listed by: BHG Masiello Meredith

Bought with: Maxfield Real Estate/Center Harbor

$725,000

42 Water Street, Meredith, NH 03253

2beds

660sqft

Ranch

Built in 1946

7,841 Square Feet Lot

$725,100 Zestimate^®

$1,098/sqft

$2,421 Estimated rent

Home value

$725,100

$660,000 - $798,000

$2,421/mo

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What's special

Waterfront cottagePartially furnishedPrivate dockBeautiful waukewan lakeWarm and inviting atmosphereFull basement for storageWater views

Charming waterfront cottage on beautiful Waukewan Lake offering the perfect blend of lake life and in-town convenience! This cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath retreat features water views, a private dock, and a great yard ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying summer nights by the lake. Inside, you'll find a warm and inviting atmosphere with FHA heat for year-round comfort and mini splits for efficient air conditioning. The home also includes a full basement for storage and a 1-car garage. Offered partially furnished, making it easy to start enjoying lake living right away. Just a short walk to downtown Meredith where you can enjoy charming shops, restaurants, and all the amenities this sought-after Lakes Region town has to offer. OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY MAY 24 11:00-1:00

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
3/4 bathrooms: 1

Heating

Oil, Hot Air, Mini Split

Cooling

Mini Split

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Features

Basement: Concrete,Concrete Floor,Full,Unfinished,Walkout,Exterior Entry,Walk-Out Access
Furnished: Yes

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,320
Total interior livable area: 660 sqft
Finished area above ground: 660
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Paved, Driveway
Garage spaces: 1
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Enclosed Porch, Heated Porch
Exterior features: Boat Slip/Dock, Private Dock
Has view: Yes
View description: Water
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Water
Waterfront features: Lakes, Waterfront
Body of water: Waukewan Lake
Frontage length: Water frontage: 100,Road frontage: 100

Lot

Size: 7,841 sqft
Features: Landscaped, In Town, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Near School(s)

Details

Additional structures: Outbuilding
Parcel number: MEREM00U05B00035
Zoning description: Shoreline District

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Ranch

Materials

Cedar Exterior, Clapboard Exterior
Foundation: Concrete
Roof: Asphalt Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1946

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 60 Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities for property: Cable, Fiber Optic Internt Avail

Community & neighborhood

Location

Region: Meredith

Other

Other facts

Road surface type: Paved

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/11/2026	Sold	$725,000+11.5%$1,098/sqft
Source: PrimeMLS #5090329 Report a problem
5/28/2026	Pending sale	$650,000$985/sqft
Source: PrimeMLS #5090329 Report a problem
5/21/2026	Listed for sale	$650,000+490.9%$985/sqft
Source: PrimeMLS #5090329 Report a problem
11/6/2025	Listing removed	$1,195$2/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
10/3/2025	Price change	$1,195-20.1%$2/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
9/23/2025	Price change	$1,495-12.1%$2/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
8/23/2025	Listed for rent	$1,700$3/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
9/13/2024	Listing removed	$1,700$3/sqft
Source: PrimeMLS #5008398 Report a problem
8/6/2024	Listed for rent	$1,700$3/sqft
Source: PrimeMLS #5008398 Report a problem
9/18/2023	Listing removed	--
Source: PrimeMLS #4963983 Report a problem
8/3/2023	Listed for rent	$1,700$3/sqft
Source: PrimeMLS #4963983 Report a problem
5/31/1996	Sold	$110,000$167/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$5,190 +3.8%	$505,800
2023	$5,002 +11.7%	$505,800 +57.8%
2022	$4,477 +4%	$320,500
2021	$4,304 -4.2%	$320,500
2020	$4,493 +6%	$320,500 +20.2%
2019	$4,238 +1.7%	$266,700
2018	$4,166 +6.8%	$266,700 +6.6%
2016	$3,899 +74.9%	$250,100
2015	$2,230 -39.9%	$250,100
2014	$3,709 +3.2%	$250,100 +0.2%
2013	$3,595 +10.7%	$249,500 -3.1%
2012	$3,248 -0.2%	$257,400
2011	$3,256 -1.2%	$257,400
2010	$3,295 +3.3%	$257,400 +1.1%
2009	$3,191 -8.6%	$254,500 -16.5%
2008	$3,493 +73.6%	$304,800 +62.7%
2006	$2,012	$187,300