OFF MARKET

Off Market Mar 2023 for $305K

$401,973

•

1,155

sq ft

21 First St, Dover, NH 03820

About this home

Updated single family home in desirable down town Dover. Walk to everything. Seller bought as an investment and has been a great Air BB. New windows, new kitchen all stainless appliances, new roof, updated electrical. Separate dining room area both, with access to side outdoor area, private. Two bedrooms upstairs and small bedroom on 1st floor, but does not have a closet. Updated bath with tub/shower. Very cuter. through-out the Home. Front entrance ceiling fan, with kitchen also has cathedral ceilings and additional ceiling fan. Some french doors. Fireplaces. Very small lot, could be updated in the front to make even more adorable as the Home. Great Investment/Rental property. Close to all Dover has to offer. Very busy downtown to enjoy all restaurants, coffee shops, shopping. Property assessment has not been updated since Seller's re-hab. Property being sold, "AS IS', as seen.. Property Seller to continue Air B & B rentals., BOM in month or so.

Single-familyProperty Type

1870Year Built

$348Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Mary Peters • Mary A. Peters Real Estate

Bought with Sally Laffely • Laffely Real Estate Associates

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•Source:MLS PIN #73053154

Redfin Estimate

$401,973

$97K since sold in March 2023$4,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 1.6% lower than the average sale price ($408K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 14, 2026
$349,900
A
2 beds1 bath1,004 sq ft
8 Ham St, Dover, NH 03820
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$405,000
B
2 beds1 bath684 sq ft
30 George St, Dover, NH 03820
SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$470,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,099 sq ft
6 Union St, Dover, NH 03820
SOLD APR 13, 2026
$320,000
D
2 beds1 bath1,180 sq ft
63 Sixth St, Dover, NH 03820
SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$500,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,420 sq ft
24 Preble St, Dover, NH 03820
SOLD FEB 26, 2026
$405,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,407 sq ft
35 First St, Dover, NH 03820

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$148,815

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$2,723/mo

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Market trends in 03820, NH

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.2%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$594K

$8K MoM

Avg. days on market

36d

3 days MoM

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112

4 MoM

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Sale history for 21 First St

Date

Event

Price

PrimeMLS #4936945

Mar 3, 2023

Sold

$305,000

$264/sq ft

Feb 27, 2023

Pending

—

Feb 4, 2023

Delisted

—

Nov 14, 2022

Listed

$289,900

$251/sq ft

Great opportunity for Investment/Rental. Property has been updated by Seller, tax card has not been updated by City. Desirable down town Dover, walk to everything! Seller purchased as Investment, has been a great AIR B & B, New windows, new kitchen with stainless appliances new roof, updated electrical. Cathedral ceiling with ceiling fan in kitchen. Newer bath. Separate dining room area which french door to side patio, outdoor area. Shed attached rear of house. Very cute through-out the home. Large front entrance/foyer area. Two bedrooms second level, no heat. First floor small bedroom/could be office area. The basement has updated circuit breakers, plumbing, and one for working fireplace in living room. Both of those flowers are capped to keep critters out. It is cemented and stays relatively dry. The hot water heater is newer. The chimney is lined with double metal flus, one for furnace, direct vent Very busy downtown, to enjoy all, restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, train station. Great home for Investment/rental property. Being sold "AS IS" as seen. Property Assessment just updated by the City of Dover. Seller to continue her AIR B & B, and BOM in next couple months.

MLS PIN #73053154

Mar 3, 2023

Sold

$305,000

$264/sq ft

Feb 6, 2023

Listing Removed

—

Nov 14, 2022

Relisted

—

Oct 30, 2022

Price Changed

$289,900

$251/sq ft

Oct 28, 2022

Listed

$269,900

$234/sq ft

PrimeMLS #4846464

Apr 12, 2021

Sold

$165,100

$143/sq ft

Feb 11, 2021

Pending

—

Feb 6, 2021

Listed

$129,900

$112/sq ft

Antique home in need of renovation. Located in the heart of the City, this home has a lot of old charm and character just waiting to be restored. Permits are available for residents to park on the street. This is a cash sale and a quick close is a must. Delayed showings until Tuesday, February 9th from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. THIS WILL BE THE ONE AND ONLY TIME TO VIEW THE PROPERTY. Property being sold as-is, where is, and as seen on day of open house. Some contents that are in the home may remain and will be responsibility of the buyer. The sale of this property being listed is contingent upon the proposed Seller (or "Owner") completing his/her/its purchase of this property. "Seller" currently has this property under contract for purchase.

PrimeMLS #2834347

Mar 31, 2011

Sold

$95,000

$82/sq ft

May 7, 2010

Listed

$100,000

$87/sq ft

PrimeMLS #148395

Aug 6, 2004

Sold

$192,500

$167/sq ft

Jun 3, 2004

Delisted

—

May 16, 2004

Listed

$209,900

$182/sq ft

PrimeMLS #487260

Jun 9, 1998

Sold

$63,000

$55/sq ft

May 19, 1998

Delisted

—

May 29, 1997

Listed

$72,000

$62/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2024

$5,298 (+9.5%)

$106,500 + $185,100

$291,600

2023

$4,838 (+30.7%)

$96,200 + $162,500

$258,700

2022

$3,702 (+6.2%)

$106,900 + $79,700

$186,600

2021

$3,485 (−32.0%)

$114,500 + $46,100

$160,600

2020

$5,127 (+5.5%)

$110,700 + $95,600

$206,300

2019

$4,859 (+7.9%)

$99,300 + $93,600

$192,900

2018

$4,503 (+17.9%)

$91,600 + $89,100

$180,700

2017

$3,818 (+1.1%)

$61,100 + $86,500

$147,600

2016

$3,778 (+0.2%)

$64,900 + $78,800

$143,700

2015

$3,771 (+2.3%)

$64,900 + $76,800

$141,700

2014

$3,686 (−5.8%)

$64,900 + $76,800

$141,700

2011

$3,911

$79,500 + $76,200

$155,700

Tax history for 21 First St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2024

$5,298 (+9.5%)

$106,500 + $185,100

$291,600

2023

$4,838 (+30.7%)

$96,200 + $162,500

$258,700

2022

$3,702 (+6.2%)

$106,900 + $79,700

$186,600

2021

$3,485 (−32.0%)

$114,500 + $46,100

$160,600

2020

$5,127 (+5.5%)

$110,700 + $95,600

$206,300

2019

$4,859 (+7.9%)

$99,300 + $93,600

$192,900

2018

$4,503 (+17.9%)

$91,600 + $89,100

$180,700

2017

$3,818 (+1.1%)

$61,100 + $86,500

$147,600

2016

$3,778 (+0.2%)

$64,900 + $78,800

$143,700

2015

$3,771 (+2.3%)

$64,900 + $76,800

$141,700

2014

$3,686 (−5.8%)

$64,900 + $76,800

$141,700

2011

$3,911

$79,500 + $76,200

$155,700

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2,178 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,259

Year built

1870

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Strafford County

APN

45152

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.

Aug 8, 2025 • Final

Excavation

Repair a failing system and install a new hookup to the sewer main.

Grading

Plumbing

Apr 9, 2024 • Final

Excavation

Repair a water service leak on the city side of the connection.

Grading

Plumbing

Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, On Street, Unpaved

Interior

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 1

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 156
Length: 12
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Skylight,Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: Second

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 81
Length: 9
Width: 9
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Exterior Access

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Living Room Information
Area: 150
Length: 15
Width: 10
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Wood,French Doors,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access

Dining Room Information
Area: 195
Length: 13
Width: 15
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Exterior Access

Kitchen Information
Area: 180
Length: 12
Width: 15
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Skylight,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Exterior Access,Remodeled

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Pine, Flooring - Wood
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Internet Available - DSL

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,155
Foundation Area: 990
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Blue

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Features: Zero Lot Line, Level
ViewYN: Has View
View: City View(s)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,475.25
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: From Downtown, Main Street, right onto First St. Or Chestnut to First St.
UnparsedAddress: 21 First Street, Dover NH 03820

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,259
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2,178 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1870
Year Renovated: —
County: Strafford County
APN: 45152

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School at Horne Street

Public K-4 • Assigned • 1.0mi

7/10

Dover Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

6/10

Dover Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Dover, NH • 03820

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Estimated sale price

$382,000 – $463,000

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Home values near 21 First St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
25 First St Apartment 23, Dover, NH - Beds \| 7 Baths \| 4800 Sq. Ft.	—
22 Second St, Dover, NH - Beds \| 7 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
29 First St Apartment 27, Dover, NH 7 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4641 Sq. Ft.	—
26 Second St, Dover, NH 8 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$636,304

Address	Redfin Estimate
17 First St, Dover, NH 7 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 3805 Sq. Ft.	—
24-26 2nd St, Dover, NH 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3336 Sq. Ft.	$742,323

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