Listed by John Moscillo • RE/MAX Synergy (Cell: 603-858-3548).
Pending
$289,900
Est. $2,123/mo —
4
bd
•
2 ba
•
1,872
sq ft
974 Marlboro Rd, Keene, NH 03431
About this home
A rare opportunity on the eastern edge of Keene, this classic 1846 Colonial is set on 3.7 acres with over 1,200 feet of frontage on Marlboro Road and the scenic Minnewawa Brook flowing along the property's rear boundary. This is the kind of property that sparks ideas. Looking for a solid antique home to restore and modernize to your vision? Dreaming of a small farm, horses, gardens, or greenhouse? Need space for your business, equipment, trucks, or materials? The Rural District zoning opens the door to a variety of possibilities, including uses such as a kennel, animal care facility, nursery, and more. With 3.7 acres, there is ample room to explore many possibilities. The home features municipal sewer, a metal roof, a one-car garage, and a large workshop ready for projects, hobbies, or storage. Surrounded by open space and natural beauty, yet just minutes from downtown Keene, this property offers the rare combination of history, flexibility, and future potential. For nearly 180 years this home has stood the test of time. Now it's ready for its next chapter. What will you make of it? Property is on Rt. 101.
Investors and Rehabbers. Enjoy viewing this 1840's Colonial located on the Keene/Marlborough town line. This property offers a large eat in kitchen, 3-4 bedrooms and 2 baths just waiting to be the home you've been looking for. The second floor features a kitchenette perfect for an in-law living space, large walk-up attic, wood floors and plenty of natural lighting. Step outside and enjoy the sounds of a gentle river, lawned, spacious yard, welcoming porch and a 1-2 car garage all conveniently located on Rt 101 in Keene. Property is being offered in "As Is" condition.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,517 (+3.9%)
$43,500 + $146,100
$189,600
2024
$6,270 (+6.9%)
$43,500 + $146,100
$189,600
2023
$5,865 (+2.8%)
$39,000 + $144,900
$183,900
2022
$5,706 (−0.8%)
$39,000 + $144,900
$183,900
2021
$5,752 (+22.5%)
$39,000 + $144,900
$183,900
2020
$4,694 (−0.8%)
$37,500 + $88,400
$125,900
2019
$4,734 (−3.1%)
$37,500 + $88,400
$125,900
2015
$4,883
$34,900 + $107,000
$141,900
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.7 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,872
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,872
Year built
1846
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cheshire County
APN
1127092
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
13% 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
Keene, NH • 03431
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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63
39
49
31
35
18
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Jul
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Sun exposure
34/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
3.4 hrs
2.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 974 Marlboro Rd
$285,385
$4,515 under list price of $290K
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