Listed by NH Realty Gals • RE/MAX Synergy (Cell: 603-860-9464).
For sale
$470,000
Est. $3,350/mo —
4
bd
•
2.5 ba
•
3,100
sq ft
17 Forest Rd, Hancock, NH 03449
About this home
Looking for classic New England charm in a beautifully updated, move in ready Victorian within walking distance of Hancock's historic village? Take in views of Mount Skatutakee from your back deck and enjoy the rare benefit of directly abutting conservation land, easy walking access to the library, café, school, market, artisan cheese shop, historic inn, and picturesque Norway Pond, for summer swimming and winter skating. Enjoy Hancock's summer farmers market featuring local food trucks and vendors, along with beloved community traditions such as Hancock Old Home Days. Beautifully maintained 4 to 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers the character and warmth of a historic village residence while providing the updates today's buyers appreciate. Step inside to discover sun-filled living spaces, gleaming wood floors, high ceilings, and a flowing floor plan ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious living and dining rooms showcase timeless architectural details, while the updated kitchen features abundant cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a center island perfect for gathering with family and friends. Just off the kitchen, a cozy four-season sunroom offers exceptional versatility perfect for reading, relaxing, enjoying your morning coffee, or serving as a generous mudroom with laundry and plenty of room for seasonal outdoor gear. Recently finished third floor adds valuable living space and flexibility, providing an ideal setting for a guest suite, playroom, home office, studio, or media room. Outside, enjoy a two-tiered backyard, picket-fenced front lawn, mature landscaping, and a peaceful backdrop rarely found in a village setting. The back deck offers a wonderful place to entertain, dine outdoors, or simply take in the views of Mount Skatutakee. Rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready Victorian where historic character, modern updates, scenic surroundings, and a quintessential New England lifestyle come together beautifully.
Lovely renovated 4 bedroom 2.5 bath Victorian style home in the center of quintessential Hancock NH! Walk to the historic district, cafe, Inn, artesian cheese shop, library or Norway Pond to go for a swim in the summer or ice skating in the winter! This spacious home has a wonderful flow with natural light pouring in. Beautiful wood floors and natural wood tones throughout. Formal dining room and living rooms. Recently renovated within the past 7 years +/-. Gourmet kitchen, newer roof, replacement windows and the list goes on! Plenty of room to work from home with a home office, studio or den. Bonus room off kitchen leads to the front garden. Sliders off kitchen take you to the deck overlooking the lovely back yard. Beautifully landscaped gardens with an array of blooms and foliage through the season! Abutting conservation land for privacy and serenity!
PrimeMLS #4423803
Feb 10, 2016
Sold
$197,000
$64/sq ft
Jan 24, 2016
Pending
—
Dec 14, 2015
Contingent
—
Dec 8, 2015
Relisted
—
Oct 16, 2015
Delisted
—
Sep 15, 2015
Price Changed
$197,000
$64/sq ft
Jul 31, 2015
Relisted
—
Jul 18, 2015
Contingent
—
Jun 15, 2015
Price Changed
$199,000
$64/sq ft
May 21, 2015
Listed
$209,900
$68/sq ft
+26
Big reduction on the price!!!!! Beautiful totally renovated, in the village with views, gourmet kitchen, new furnace, wood floors refinished, wiring updated, new laundry mudroom, and every room in beautiful move in condition. this really is a must see for someone that wants a Victorian in fantastic shape, redone by a local decorator. their are 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, formal living and dining rooms, den, mudroom laundry and walk to the store, library, inn and pond. Great price!
PrimeMLS #1
Mar 17, 2015
Price Changed
$224,900
$73/sq ft
PrimeMLS #4314088
Jun 4, 2014
Sold
$75,075
$24/sq ft
Sep 6, 2013
Listed
$119,900
$39/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$6,745 (+4.0%)
$50,300 + $218,300
$268,600
2023
$6,487 (+10.7%)
$50,300 + $218,300
$268,600
2022
$5,858 (−3.4%)
$50,300 + $218,300
$268,600
2020
$6,062 (+6.6%)
$39,600 + $191,600
$231,200
2019
$5,688 (+4.4%)
$39,600 + $191,600
$231,200
2018
$5,449 (−3.3%)
$39,600 + $191,600
$231,200
2016
$5,634 (+0.6%)
$39,600 + $204,200
$243,800
2015
$5,603 (−0.1%)
$46,200 + $206,300
$252,500
2014
$5,609
$46,200 + $204,200
$250,400
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,614
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,614
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hillsborough County
APN
289504
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Hancock, NH • 03449
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47
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
5.3 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 17 Forest Rd
$460,734
$9,266 under list price of $470K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $382K to $564K.