Wait until you see this charming, light and bright one-level Ranch with direct access to the Exeter River! Enjoy fishing or launching a canoe right from your own backyard, all while being located outside of a flood zone. Tucked away on a private lot in Chester with no neighbors visible on either side, this home offers a peaceful setting surrounded by nature. Inside, you’ll find a light-filled and inviting interior, 2–3 bedrooms, an updated kitchen, a full bathroom, and a basement offering plenty of storage. A cozy wood stove will keep you toasty during those chilly New Hampshire winters. Step outside onto the spacious deck overlooking the river, the perfect place to relax, entertain, or simply take in the beautiful natural surroundings. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the abundant birds and wildlife, fishing, and opportunities for canoeing or boating when water levels allow. A storage shed, additional she-shed, and extra parking add even more versatility. If you’ve been dreaming of a light, bright and peaceful home where you can enjoy the outdoors right from your own backyard, this one is a must-see! Showings start at the open house on Saturday, Sept 5 from 12-2.
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Listed by: Sue Padden Real Estate LLC • Jaime Devine
$499,000
56 Shepard Home Road, Chester, NH 03036
3beds
1,080sqft
Ranch
Built in 1954
0.87 Acres Lot
$482,700 Zestimate®
$462/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 26 days
- 1,942
- 99
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jaime Devine,
Sue Padden Real Estate LLC 603-887-2792
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5107622
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Natural Light
- Flooring: Vinyl Plank, Wood
- Basement: Dirt Floor,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,464
- Total interior livable area: 1,080 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,080
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Dirt
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Body of water: Exeter River
Lot
- Size: 0.87 Acres
- Features: Country Setting, Rural
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: CHSTM013B030L000
- Zoning description: RD RE
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Ranch
Materials
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Chester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $462/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $307,900
- Annual tax amount: $5,204
- Date on market: 9/1/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$482,700
$459,000 - $507,000
$2,881/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,000$462/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,037 +10.3% | $307,900 +56.4% |
| 2023 | $4,568 +8.4% | $196,900 |
| 2022 | $4,214 +4.3% | $196,900 |
| 2020 | $4,042 -1.3% | $196,900 |
| 2019 | $4,096 +22.1% | $196,900 +42.3% |
| 2018 | $3,356 +3.3% | $138,400 +1.8% |
| 2016 | $3,249 +3.5% | $135,900 +6.7% |
| 2015 | $3,139 -3.6% | $127,400 |
| 2014 | $3,256 | $127,400 |
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Neighborhood: 03036
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chester Academy
- Middle: Chester Academy
- High: Pinkerton Academy
- District: Pinkerton Academy
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





