Listed by Caleb Fleury • Alex & Associates Realty.
For sale
$380,000
Est. $2,486/mo —
2
bd
•
1 ba
•
927
sq ft
126 Rochester Hill Rd, Rochester, NH 03867
About this home
Set on a rare 0.77-acre parcel in southwest Rochester, this 1931 Cape pairs classic period character with a mix of newer updates offering an affordable foothold in a tight market for a buyer ready to add their own finishing touches. Inside you'll find two bedrooms and a full bath across 927 square feet, and an unfinished basement for storage or future expansion. But the real story here is the land. Zoned R2 with approximately 175 feet of road frontage on 0.77 acres, the property presents the potential to subdivide and create a second building lot. A standout opportunity to offset your investment as an owner, or to capture built-in upside as a builder or investor. Recent improvements include a new wood fence and a cleared, open rear yard following removal of the former barn, a clean canvas ready for your vision. Convenient to Route 108 and the Somersworth/Dover commuter corridor. Whether you're looking for a home with sweat-equity upside or a two-lot opportunity, this one is worth a close look.
Welcome to 126 Rochester Hill Road, a wonderful first home waiting for your updtaes in the heart of Rochester, New Hampshire. This charming home offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience, set on a generous lot with mature trees and lush greenery with suddivision potential /posibilities. Update and live in one home them subdivide and build a new home on the new lot. The large backyard provides plenty of space for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply enjoying the tranquility of the surrounding nature. Situated in a prime location, this home is just minutes from downtown Rochester, local schools, and major highways, making it ideal for commuters and those who appreciate both convenience and a quiet, suburban lifestyle.
PrimeMLS #4190517
Mar 22, 2013
Sold
$60,000
$65/sq ft
Oct 3, 2012
Listed
$64,900
$70/sq ft
GET YOUR START HERE IN THIS AFFORDABLE 2 BEDROOM HOME ON ROCHESTER'S SOUTH SIDE. 3/4 ACRE OPEN LOT. LAUNDRY/MUDROOM ADDITION & REPLACEMENT WINDOWS. HOME NEEDS INTERIOR WORK, BUT IS LIVABLE WHILE YOU WORK ON UPDATES.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,308 (−1.3%)
$115,400 + $166,200
$281,600
2024
$4,364 (+20.1%)
$115,400 + $178,500
$293,900
2023
$3,634 (+1.8%)
$57,900 + $83,300
$141,200
2022
$3,570 (+2.6%)
$57,900 + $83,300
$141,200
2021
$3,481 (+0.3%)
$57,900 + $83,300
$141,200
2020
$3,472 (−1.2%)
$57,900 + $83,200
$141,100
2019
$3,513 (+7.7%)
$57,900 + $83,200
$141,100
2018
$3,261 (+4.5%)
$43,400 + $75,100
$118,500
2017
$3,120 (+4.7%)
$43,400 + $75,100
$118,500
2016
$2,979 (+0.4%)
$43,400 + $62,000
$105,400
2015
$2,967 (−10.4%)
$43,400 + $62,000
$105,400
2013
$3,313
$57,900 + $67,800
$125,700
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.77 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
927
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
927
Year built
1931
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Strafford County
APN
692637
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
R-2
Residential-2 District
The primary goals of the R Districts are: To enhance these older residential areas through sensitive, small-scale infill construction, building renovation, and redevelopment and To foster new development in remaining open areas.; The R2 District allows for a mix of residential types and limited nonresidential uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Jun 5, 2026 • Final
Express building
Install a wooden fence around the property. The fence will be placed at the property line in the front and angled at the driveway for visibility.
New construction
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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 97° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
19% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Rochester, NH • 03867
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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47
28
57
37
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76
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43
50
33
37
21
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.1 hrs
6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 126 Rochester Hill Rd
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $350,000 and $440,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $350K to $440K.