Own a piece of early New England history with waterfront - a rare combination that almost never comes available. This iconic 1812 stone home sits on a level 0.98-acre lot and includes 130 feet of owned Connecticut River frontage just across the quiet country road, offering easy access for kayaking, fishing, paddle boarding, or simply enjoying the ever-changing water views. Inside, the home blends historic character with comfortable living. The first floor offers a warm and inviting living room with wood stove, country kitchen with dining nook, formal dining room, first-floor bedroom, half bath, sun porch, workshop space, and generous storage. Upstairs you'll find a large primary bedroom, office, and full bath, while the third level provides an additional bedroom and flexible bonus space perfect for guests, studio, or work-from-home use. Original details remain throughout - maple floors on the main level, wide pine floors above, and deep farmhouse window trim - creating the charm only a true period home can offer. Outside, the property is equally special, with mature landscaping, established garden areas, patio space, and a workshop/shed. The river frontage across the road expands the lifestyle, giving you your own personal access to the Connecticut River without sacrificing privacy at the house site. Conveniently located just minutes to I-91 and an easy bike ride to Post Pond and Cedar Circle Farm, this property offers a unique blend of history, recreation, and rural tranquility - a setting increasingly difficult to find in the Upper Valley. Just a 20 minute drive to downtown Hanover & Dartmouth College. High School Choice.
Single-familyProperty Type
1812Year Built
0.98 acresLot Size
$308Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Melissa Robinson• Coldwell Banker LIFESTYLES - Hanover
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Lyme Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
9/10
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About River
Road
River Road, located between downtown Hanover and the Connecticut River, is a residential and scenic Hanover neighborhood with wooded riverbanks and a campus-adjacent feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the River Road and Wheelock Street area, where Dartmouth’s edges, leafy sidewalks, and a steady flow of bikes set the pace. Architectural notes lean toward classic New England homes and understated academic-era buildings, framed by mature trees. The river corridor shapes daily routines with long, flat stretches suited to walking and cycling. Cultural gravity comes from Hopkins Center for the Arts, Hood Museum of Art, and the Nugget Theatres, all closely tied to Hanover’s rhythm. Seasonal light on the water and campus greens keeps the atmosphere calm and polished.
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Market insights
526 River Rd · $700,000
DAYS ON MARKET
198 days
The average home goes pending in 46 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.7%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$700,000
Median sale price in this area is $466,261. (33% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
19% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
10 total rooms
Unfinished dirt-floored basement with interior access
Sunroom
Porch
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on 2nd level
Additional bedrooms on 1st and 2nd levels
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Kitchen with electric stove
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Refrigerator included
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Softwood
Heating & cooling
Hot water heat
Exterior features
River frontage on the Connecticut River (approximately 130' frontage)
Water view with water access (cross a street to access; deep water access; indirect/not adjoining)
Country setting and neighborhood location
Level terrain
Home design
Antique architectural style
Existing structure
Stone exterior
Metal and asphalt shingle roofs
Parking
Dirt driveway
Construction
Built in 1812
Utilities
Drilled well water source
Private septic system
Electric service with circuit breakers (Liberty Utilities)
High-speed internet available
Cable available
Electricity and solar
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