Listed by Madiha Farag • BHG Masiello Durham. Bought with Samonas Realty, LLC.
Off Market Oct 2025 for $867K
$1,283,584
Est. refi paymentEst. refi$5,503/mo
3
bd
•
1.5 ba
•
1,307
sq ft
26 Colony Cove Rd, Durham, NH 03824
About this home
Cottage on the Bay! This charming 1940s Cape set on a . 32-acre lot along Little Bay in Durham, offering 75 feet of water frontage, a private dock, and deep-water access. Head up the Piscataqua River, into Portsmouth, or out to the open ocean right from your backyard. The home features a family room with stunning views of the bay, where you can watch the sunrise and birds in flight over the tranquil water. A screened porch provides a peaceful place to unwind and take in the natural beauty. Inside, you'll find a traditional layout with a kitchen, dining room, living room, and a family room on the main level. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms and a laundry room. This home is ready for you to put your thumbprint on this piece of coastal charm where who needs to plan a vacation when it's right in your backyard year-round. Don’t miss this rare chance to enjoy waterfront living with captivating views and endless potential.
Cottage on the Bay. Charm abounds in this 1940s cape beautifully sited to capture the stunning views of the bay. One of the rare deep water docks on Little Bay - your water playground awaits! Enjoy the wrap around screened in porch, big picture window in the family room, gleaming hardwood floors both up and down. Upstairs there are three bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths. Detached 2+ car garage with plenty of storage. Brand new septic system installed in fall 2018. Close to UNH and downtown Durham. Easy boat ride into Portsmouth and beyond. Seller to find suitable housing. - actively looking.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,457 (+4.9%)
$837,200 + $246,900
$1,084,100
2024
$19,499 (−0.7%)
$739,200 + $219,900
$959,100
2023
$19,642 (+28.7%)
$739,200 + $219,900
$959,100
2022
$15,266 (+4.4%)
$396,100 + $129,600
$525,700
2021
$14,628 (+0.7%)
$394,500 + $129,600
$524,100
2020
$14,533 (+1.1%)
$394,500 + $129,600
$524,100
2019
$14,376 (+2.3%)
$394,500 + $129,600
$524,100
2018
$14,046 (+10.0%)
$394,500 + $129,600
$524,100
2017
$12,765 (+3.1%)
$301,800 + $114,800
$416,600
2016
$12,386 (−0.4%)
$301,800 + $114,800
$416,600
2015
$12,436 (−13.6%)
$301,800 + $114,800
$416,600
2013
$14,393
$352,500 + $120,800
$473,300
Tax history for 26 Colony Cove Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,457 (+4.9%)
$837,200 + $246,900
$1,084,100
2024
$19,499 (−0.7%)
$739,200 + $219,900
$959,100
2023
$19,642 (+28.7%)
$739,200 + $219,900
$959,100
2022
$15,266 (+4.4%)
$396,100 + $129,600
$525,700
2021
$14,628 (+0.7%)
$394,500 + $129,600
$524,100
2020
$14,533 (+1.1%)
$394,500 + $129,600
$524,100
2019
$14,376 (+2.3%)
$394,500 + $129,600
$524,100
2018
$14,046 (+10.0%)
$394,500 + $129,600
$524,100
2017
$12,765 (+3.1%)
$301,800 + $114,800
$416,600
2016
$12,386 (−0.4%)
$301,800 + $114,800
$416,600
2015
$12,436 (−13.6%)
$301,800 + $114,800
$416,600
2013
$14,393
$352,500 + $120,800
$473,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,307
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Strafford County
APN
778237
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Garage Capacity: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Basement Access: Walk-up
Unfinished
Other Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
Equipment & Appliance Information
Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Stove - Electric
Room 1 Information
Kitchen
Kitchen
Level: 1
Room 2 Information
Dining Room
Level: 1
Room 3 Information
Living Room
Level: 1
Room 4 Information
Family Room
Level: 1
Room 5 Information
Master Bedroom
Level: 2
Room 6 Information
Bedroom
Bedroom
Level: 2
Room 7 Information
Bedroom
Level: 2
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Cape
Construction Status: Existing
Construction Materials: Wood Frame
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 1307
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total: 1775
Color: Blue
Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
Driveway
Paved
Lot, Zoning, & Easement Information
Lot: 0
Easements: Yes
Lot Features: Level, Waterfront
Survey Information
Surveyed: Unknown
Boat, Moorage, and Water Information
Water Body Name: Great Bay
Other Property & Lot Information
Year Built: 1940
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Rights: Exclusively Owned
Water Body Name: Great Bay
Financial
Assessment Information
Assessment Amount: 959100
Assessment Year: 2024
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2024
Gross Amount Tax: 19499
Other Tax Information
Page Deed: 1843
Utilities
Heating & Cooling Information
Heat: Oil, Hot Water
Sewer Information
Private
Electric Information
Circuit Breaker(s)
Water Information
Water Frontage Length: 75
Water Source: Private
Other Utilities Information
Internet: High Speed Intrnt -Avail
Cable - Available, Telephone Available
Location
School Information
School District: Oyster River Cooperative
Elementary School: Moharimet School
Elementary School: Moharimet School
Middle/Jr School: Oyster River Middle School
School - High: Oyster River High School
Road Information
Road Frontage Type: Paved
Road Frontage: Yes
Road Frontage Length: 57
Other Location Information
Block: 11
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,307
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Strafford County
APN: 778237
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Other
Water Body Information
Bay
Around this home
Schools
Oyster River Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi
8/10
Oyster River High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
10/10
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
54% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Durham, NH • 03824
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.22M – $1.48M
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