Listed by David Hansen • Keller Williams Realty-Metropolitan. Bought with Realty One Group Next Level.
Off Market Aug 2025 for $410K
$478,462
4
bd
•
2 ba
•
1,404
sq ft
259 MacDowell Rd, Peterborough, NH 03458
About this home
Welcome to this cozy and inviting Cape nestled in one of Peterborough’s most desirable neighborhoods—just minutes from scenic trails, vibrant restaurants, unique shops, and year-round activities. This home offers the perfect blend of comfort, character, and convenience. Inside, you’ll find four bedrooms—two on the main floor and two upstairs—providing flexibility for a home office space, workout room or guest accommodations. A lovely kitchen with updated appliances and lots of good counter and drawer space. Two pellet stoves offer cozy supplemental heat during the cooler months, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout the home. Recent updates include a new septic system, chimney repairs, and a new electrical panel, offering peace of mind and improved functionality for years to come. You also have 5+ acres to explore, play in and craft to your liking! This home is within walking distance of Adams Playground and Macdowell Dam, and everything else you need is within a 5-minute drive. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for the perfect space to grow, this lovingly maintained home is a fantastic opportunity to put down roots in a thriving community. Don’t miss your chance to make this sweet Peterborough gem your own!
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
5.08 acresLot Size
$341Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by David Hansen• Keller Williams Realty-Metropolitan
Listed by Anena Hansen• Keller Williams Realty-Metropolitan
Bought with Forrest Rohde• Realty One Group Next Level
Looking to live in Peterborough? Take a look at this young cape close to downtown, and the recreation park on union street. Like new Kitchen and appliances, Boiler, hot water heater, and oil tank. Newer roof, siding, windows, floors. Updated full bathroom on main floor. Two beautiful pellet stoves supplement the main heat source. Basement is walkout and ready to be finished. All of the big-ticket-items have been taken care of! Delayed showings until the open house Sunday 2/26 from 12-2. * OFFER DEADLINE TUESDAY 28TH AT 6PM.
PrimeMLS #4815552
Aug 17, 2020
Sold
$243,000
$173/sq ft
Jul 14, 2020
Pending
—
Jul 9, 2020
Listed
$239,000
$170/sq ft
+29
Looking to live in Peterborough? Take a look at this young Cape close to downtown, and the recreation park on union street. New Kitchen and appliances, New Boiler, New hot water heater, New oil tank. Newer roof, siding, windows, floors. Updated full bathroom on main floor. Two beautiful pellets stoves supplement the main heat source located in the basement and on the main floor. Basement is walkout and ready to be finished. All of the big-ticket-items have been taken care of! Per tax record home technically has four bedrooms. The current owners were using one of them as a den/office. Use this as they have OR use it as a four bedroom OR maybe even look to combine the two bedrooms on the first floor into a huge master. .. the choice is yours.
PrimeMLS #1
May 28, 2019
Price Changed
$199,900
$142/sq ft
PrimeMLS #2697010
May 15, 2008
Sold
$165,000
$118/sq ft
Dec 31, 2007
Listed
$172,900
$123/sq ft
PrimeMLS #481972
Dec 31, 1998
Sold
$96,000
$68/sq ft
Dec 2, 1998
Delisted
—
Apr 29, 1997
Listed
$98,900
$70/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$7,439 (+15.3%)
$76,600 + $152,300
$228,900
2023
$6,453 (+9.0%)
$76,600 + $152,300
$228,900
2022
$5,919 (+0.4%)
$76,600 + $152,300
$228,900
2021
$5,896 (+5.7%)
$76,600 + $152,300
$228,900
2020
$5,576 (+3.7%)
$64,200 + $116,600
$180,800
2019
$5,379 (−1.1%)
$64,200 + $116,600
$180,800
2018
$5,440 (+8.0%)
$64,200 + $116,600
$180,800
2017
$5,037 (+2.0%)
$61,400 + $98,700
$160,100
2016
$4,937
$61,400 + $98,700
$160,100
Tax history for 259 MacDowell Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$7,439 (+15.3%)
$76,600 + $152,300
$228,900
2023
$6,453 (+9.0%)
$76,600 + $152,300
$228,900
2022
$5,919 (+0.4%)
$76,600 + $152,300
$228,900
2021
$5,896 (+5.7%)
$76,600 + $152,300
$228,900
2020
$5,576 (+3.7%)
$64,200 + $116,600
$180,800
2019
$5,379 (−1.1%)
$64,200 + $116,600
$180,800
2018
$5,440 (+8.0%)
$64,200 + $116,600
$180,800
2017
$5,037 (+2.0%)
$61,400 + $98,700
$160,100
2016
$4,937
$61,400 + $98,700
$160,100
*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
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.08 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,310
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hillsborough County
APN
1115272
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (full): 1
# of Baths (3/4): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Basement Access: Walkout
Partially Finished
Other Interior Features
# of Rooms: 6
Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Vinyl Plank
Equipment & Appliance Information
Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove - Electric
Room 1 Information
Eat-in Kitchen
Eat-In Kitchen
Level: 1
Room 2 Information
Living Room
Level: 1
Room 3 Information
Bedroom
Level: 1
Room 4 Information
Bedroom
Level: 1
Room 5 Information
Bedroom
Level: 2
Room 6 Information
Bedroom
Bedroom
Level: 2
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Cape
Construction Status: Existing
Construction Materials: Timber Frame
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 1404
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total: 2340
Color: Tan
Roof: Shingle - Architectural
Driveway
Paved
Lot, Zoning, & Easement Information
Lot: 8
Lot Features: Country Setting, Stream, Wooded, Rural
Survey Information
Surveyed: Unknown
Other Property & Lot Information
Year Built: 1990
Financial
Assessment Information
Assessment Amount: 228900
Assessment Year: 2024
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2024
Gross Amount Tax: 7439
Other Tax Information
Page Deed: 354
Utilities
Heating & Cooling Information
Heat: Oil, Pellet Stove, Baseboard
Sewer Information
Private, Septic
Electric Information
Circuit Breaker(s)
Water Information
Water Source: Public
Other Utilities Information
Internet: High Speed Intrnt -Avail
Cable - Available
Location
School Information
School District: Contoocook Valley SD SAU #1
Elementary School: Peterborough Elem School
Elementary School: Peterborough Elem School
Middle/Jr School: South Meadow School
School - High: Contoocook Valley Regional Hig
Road Information
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Frontage: Yes
Road Frontage Length: 315
Other Location Information
Directions: Second house down off of Windy Row
Block: 31
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,310
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.08 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: —
County: Hillsborough County
APN: 1115272
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Peterborough Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
South Meadow School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
6/10
Conval Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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
13% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Peterborough, NH • 03458
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.7 hrs
4.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$455,000 – $551,000
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