Listed by Carter Bascom • Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty. Bought with KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Wolfeboro.
Sold on sep 2026
$1,100,000
3
bd
•
2.5 ba
•
2,467
sq ft
217 Forest Acres Rd, New London, NH 03257
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About this home
Nestled on 100 feet of exclusive waterfront on Messer Pond, this beautifully designed 3 bedroom 2.5 bath McGray & Nichols home offers the perfect blend of comfort, light, and year-round enjoyment. Enjoy desirable first-floor living with a spacious primary suite featuring built-in shelving and an en suite bath with tiled shower and soaking tub. High ceilings and abundant natural light create an airy, welcoming feel throughout. The open-concept living area is ideal for entertaining or relaxing by the fireplace, flowing seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen, where everyone can gather. Step outside to a screened-in porch and expansive deck, perfect for enjoying peaceful water views. The lower level offers two additional bedrooms, a full bath, an office, a utility room with a workbench, and a generous common room with a wood stove. Walkout access to a second deck provides flexible space for guests, work, or recreation. Located just minutes from downtown New London, enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, a hospital, grocery store, and summer stock theater. Municipal access to Little Lake Sunapee and Pleasant Lake includes town beaches and playgrounds. Only 15 minutes to Mount Sunapee Resort and Adventure Park, 30 minutes to the Upper Valley, and 90 minutes to Boston. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy waterfront living with both convenience and charm.
Single-familyProperty Type
1993Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$446Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Carter Bascom• Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Bought with William Melone• KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Wolfeboro
Est. $3,226 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 217 Forest Acres Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
PrimeMLS #5090805
Sep 30, 2026
Sold
$1,100,000
$446/sq ft
Sep 28, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 9, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 12, 2026
Price Changed
$1,275,000
$517/sq ft
Jul 18, 2026
Price Changed
$1,349,000
$547/sq ft
Jun 24, 2026
Relisted
—
Jun 19, 2026
Contingent
—
May 25, 2026
Listed
$1,500,000
$608/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$11,780 (+7.4%)
$617,400 + $397,200
$1,014,600
2023
$10,968 (+14.2%)
$617,400 + $397,200
$1,014,600
2022
$9,602 (+3.1%)
$324,300 + $281,100
$605,400
2021
$9,317 (+3.0%)
$324,300 + $281,100
$605,400
2020
$9,045 (+1.6%)
$324,300 + $281,100
$605,400
2019
$8,905 (+15.3%)
$324,300 + $281,100
$605,400
2018
$7,720 (−1.9%)
$221,000 + $270,400
$491,400
2017
$7,867 (+2.2%)
$221,000 + $270,400
$491,400
2016
$7,700 (+7.8%)
$221,000 + $270,400
$491,400
2015
$7,143
$221,000 + $241,300
$462,300
2014
$7,143 (+8.5%)
$221,000 + $241,300
$462,300
2013
$6,581
$199,400 + $237,900
$437,300
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
2001
Sq. Ft.
2,479
Year built
1993
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Merrimack County
APN
842523
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Garage Capacity: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Basement Access: Walkout
Daylight, Finished, Full, Walkout
Other Interior Features
# of Rooms: 8
Level B: Bedroom, Level B: Full Bath, Level B: Family Room, Level B: Office/Study, Level B: Utility Room
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Equipment & Appliance Information
Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Microwave, Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
Room 1 Information
Kitchen
Kitchen
Level: 1
Room 2 Information
Dining Room
Level: 1
Room 3 Information
Living Room
Level: 1
Room 4 Information
1/2 Bath
Level: 1
Room 5 Information
Master Bedroom Suite
Level: 1
Room 6 Information
Full Bath
Full Bath
Level: 1
Room 7 Information
Foyer
Level: 1
Room 8 Information
Laundry Room
Level: 1
Room 9 Information
1/2 Bath
Level: 1
Room 10 Information
Bedroom
Level: Basement
Room 11 Information
Bedroom
Level: Basement
Room 12 Information
Full Bath
Level: Basement
Room 13 Information
Office/Study
Level: Basement
Room 14 Information
Family Room
Level: Basement
Room 15 Information
Utility Room
Level: Basement
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Contemporary
Construction Status: Existing
Construction Materials: Wood Frame
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 2467
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total: 2643
Color: Gray
Roof: Standing Seam
Driveway
Paved
Lot, Zoning, & Easement Information
Lot: 20
Easements: Yes
Lot Features: Country Setting, Landscaped, Trail/Near Trail, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Paths, Near Shopping, Near Skiing, Near Snowmobile Trails, Near Hospital, Near School(s)
Survey Information
Surveyed: Yes
Boat, Moorage, and Water Information
Water Body Name: Messer Pond
Other Property & Lot Information
Year Built: 1993
Water View: Yes
Water View: Y
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Rights: Exclusively Owned
Water Body Name: Messer Pond
Water Body Access: Yes
Directly Adjoining
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Gross Amount Tax: 12033
Other Tax Information
Page Deed: 0547
Utilities
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Mini Split
Heat: Baseboard, Hot Water, Stove - Wood, Mini Split
Sewer Information
Private
Electric Information
Circuit Breaker(s)
Water Information
Water Restrictions: Yes
Water Frontage Length: 100
Water Source: Drilled Well, Private
Other Utilities Information
Internet: Internet - Fiber Optic
Gas - LP/Bottle
Location
School Information
School District: Kearsarge Sch Dst SAU #65
Elementary School: Kearsarge Elem New London
Elementary School: Kearsarge Elem New London
Middle/Jr School: Kearsarge Regional Middle Sch
School - High: Kearsarge Regional HS
Road Information
Road Frontage Type: Paved, Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage: Yes
Road Frontage Length: 99
Address Information
Plan Survey Number: 1515
Other Location Information
Directions: From the south, take exit 11 on I89 and turn left onto King Hill Road for 1.7 miles. Turn right onto Tracy Road for .6 miles. Turn right onto County Road for .5 miles. Turn right onto Forest Acres Road for .4 miles, the property is on the left.
Block: 000
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,479
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1993
Year Renovated: 2001
County: Merrimack County
APN: 842523
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026