Listed by Candice Fontas • Engel & Volkers By the Sea. Bought with Red Post Realty.
Off market sep 2025 for $860K
$912,170
3
bd
•
2.5 ba
•
3,070
sq ft
19 Shaws Hill Rd, Kensington, NH 03833
About this home
Experience the timeless charm of this beautifully preserved antique home, built in 1730 and gracefully blending 18th-century character with modern comforts. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath gem is set on a picturesque lot with sweeping southern and southwestern views of protected conservation land. Inside, enjoy a thoughtfully updated kitchen with newer appliances, tastefully renovated bathrooms, and a sun-drenched annex perfect for soaking in the seasons. The striking three-point chimney—anchoring the kitchen, living, and family rooms—is topped with a custom copper cap, preserving the home’s historic heart. An energy-efficient heat pump, 200-amp electrical panel, and whole-house water filtration system add modern ease. Step outside to a serene in-ground pool, perfectly positioned to take in the expansive vista views, or explore the oversized barn offering endless potential. With refreshed pool systems, updated plumbing, and custom woodwork milled from the land itself, this property is a rare blend of history, beauty, and thoughtful updates. Offers due Monday August 11th at 5:00pm
Single-familyProperty Type
1730Year Built
2.1 acresLot Size
$297Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Candice Fontas• Engel & Volkers By the Sea
Sought after Shaw's Hill center chimney colonial abutting conservation land and views of working organic farm. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, gunstock corners, exposed beams, wainscoting, crown molding, chair rails, 2 staircases, 3 working fireplaces rebuilt in the late 60"s from the basement up. room size master bath, addition off the back with vaulted ceiling, radiant floor heat, great western exposure and double sliders to irregular shaped gunite pool, and a 34x59 2 story barn with electricity and water. Possible conversion to ADU. Pear, apple, and cherry tree, strawberries and blueberries in lower field. Concord grapes up by the barn. Home has conservation land on 3 sides with breathtaking scenic views. Short drive to Exeter, less than an hour to Boston, 25 min. to Portsmouth, 15 min. to Newburyport. Sau 16 School District. Extensive trail system and a great place to call home.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,026 (+8.1%)
$340,700 + $361,400
$702,100
2024
$9,275 (+0.5%)
$340,700 + $361,400
$702,100
2023
$9,233 (+12.6%)
$340,700 + $361,400
$702,100
2022
$8,202 (+6.1%)
$224,500 + $188,500
$413,000
2021
$7,731 (−8.9%)
$224,500 + $188,500
$413,000
2020
$8,487 (+5.6%)
$224,500 + $188,500
$413,000
2019
$8,037 (+4.9%)
$224,500 + $188,500
$413,000
2018
$7,661 (+13.8%)
$224,500 + $188,500
$413,000
2017
$6,733 (−4.8%)
$142,100 + $158,600
$300,700
2016
$7,069 (+1.7%)
$142,100 + $158,600
$300,700
2015
$6,949 (−3.1%)
$142,100 + $158,600
$300,700
2014
$7,175 (−2.8%)
$142,100 + $158,600
$300,700
2013
$7,382
$142,100 + $158,600
$300,700
Tax history for 19 Shaws Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,026 (+8.1%)
$340,700 + $361,400
$702,100
2024
$9,275 (+0.5%)
$340,700 + $361,400
$702,100
2023
$9,233 (+12.6%)
$340,700 + $361,400
$702,100
2022
$8,202 (+6.1%)
$224,500 + $188,500
$413,000
2021
$7,731 (−8.9%)
$224,500 + $188,500
$413,000
2020
$8,487 (+5.6%)
$224,500 + $188,500
$413,000
2019
$8,037 (+4.9%)
$224,500 + $188,500
$413,000
2018
$7,661 (+13.8%)
$224,500 + $188,500
$413,000
2017
$6,733 (−4.8%)
$142,100 + $158,600
$300,700
2016
$7,069 (+1.7%)
$142,100 + $158,600
$300,700
2015
$6,949 (−3.1%)
$142,100 + $158,600
$300,700
2014
$7,175 (−2.8%)
$142,100 + $158,600
$300,700
2013
$7,382
$142,100 + $158,600
$300,700
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.1 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,070
Year built
1730
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rockingham County
APN
517021
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on May 15, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Basement Access: Interior
Dirt, Unfinished, Interior Access
Other Interior Features
# of Rooms: 11
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Equipment & Appliance Information
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Stove - Electric, Water Heater - Oil, Cooktop - Induction
Room 1 Information
Kitchen/Dining
Kitchen/Dining
Level: 1
Room 2 Information
Family Room
Level: 1
Room 3 Information
Living Room
Level: 1
Room 4 Information
1/2 Bath
Level: 1
Room 5 Information
Office/Study
Level: 1
Room 6 Information
Sunroom
Sunroom
Level: 1
Room 7 Information
Bedroom with Bath
Level: 2
Room 8 Information
Bedroom
Level: 2
Room 9 Information
Bedroom
Level: 2
Room 10 Information
Full Bath
Level: 2
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Colonial
Construction Status: Existing
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 3070
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total: 3786
Color: Red
Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
Driveway
Dirt
Lot, Zoning, & Easement Information
Lot: 1
Lot Features: Country Setting, Field/Pasture, Landscaped, Level, View, Wooded, Abuts Conservation
Other Property & Lot Information
Year Built: 1730
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2024
Gross Amount Tax: 9275
Other Tax Information
Page Deed: 1020
Utilities
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Mini Split
Heat: Oil, Heat Pump, Radiant Floor
Sewer Information
Septic
Electric Information
200 Amp
Water Information
Water Source: Drilled Well, Private
Other Utilities Information
Internet: Internet - Fiber Optic
Cable
Location
School Information
School District: Kensington
Road Information
Road Frontage Type: Public, Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage: Yes
Road Frontage Length: 590
Other Location Information
Directions: From route 150 turn onto Brewer Rd and continue to Shaws Hill Rd, home is on the left.
Block: 3
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,070
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1730
Year Renovated: —
County: Rockingham County
APN: 517021
Home facts updated by county records on May 14, 2026