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  • Listed by: 

    Michael Lissack,

    VRG Massachusetts LLC dba The Virtual Realty Group 617-710-9565

    Bought with: Badger Peabody & Smith Realty
    $530,000

    79 Congress Street, Bethlehem, NH 03574

    6beds
    2,739sqft
    Farm
    Built in 1830
    2.5 Acres Lot
    $553,900 Zestimate®
    $194/sqft
    $3,715 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $553,900

    $476,000 - $648,000

    $3,715/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Nestled in the quiet community of Congress Street, this charming historic cottage offers the rare opportunity of welcoming a new owner:Enjoy your morning coffee out on the wraparound porch, and your family evening out on the fieldstone patio by the glow of string lights and blazing fire from the stone hearth, wrapped by perennial gardens. Inside the primary house, the beautiful cherry chef's kitchen boasts impressive high tech appliances and granite counters. The first floor bathroom and spacious laundry adjoin this heart of the home. Three large rooms expand with beautifully paneled ceilings, magnificent windows, elegant stained glass panels, original fireplace mantle and built-ins. Up the antique staircase are four large bedrooms. Two more ensuite bathrooms charm with vintage clawfoot soaking tubs and classic fixtures. Back porch entrance leads to potential in-law apt or rental opportunity. Adorable 2BR or single with office, updated kitchenette and bright tile bathroom. Recent upgrades to elect, sprayfoam insulation (attic/basement), blown insulation in walls for energy efficiency, freshly painted throughout. Great post & beam barn with vaulted loft gives ADU / rec room potential. Back 2 acre field (once a putting green!) also has development potential. Vibrant, blossoming village center with convenience to great eats, entertainment, shops, cafes, award winning schools. Summer-end, quick-close, move-in ready. Come see this historic gem!

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: September 09, 2024 at 06:36am

    Listed by:

    Michael Lissack,

    VRG Massachusetts LLC dba The Virtual Realty Group 617-710-9565

    Bought with:

    Elizabeth Horan

    Badger Peabody & Smith Realty

    Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5008664MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    Heating
    • Oil, Electric, Hot Water, Radiator
    Cooling
    • None
    Features
    • Dining Area, In-Law Suite, Kitchen Island, Living/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Basement: Dirt Floor,Insulated,Interior Stairs,Sump Pump,Interior Entry
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, 1 Fireplace
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,739
    • Total interior livable area: 2,739 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,739
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Paved, Detached
    • Garage spaces: 1
    Features
    • Levels: 2.5
    • Stories: 2
    • Frontage length: Road frontage: 116
    Lot
    • Size: 2.50 Acres
    • Features: Field/Pasture
    Details
    • Parcel number: BTHMM205B146
    • Zoning description: D-1

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Farm
    Materials
    • Cellulose Insulation, Fiberglss Blwn Insulation, Foam/ClkAirSl Insulation, Post and Beam, Timber Frame
    • Foundation: Fieldstone, Granite
    • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1830

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Utilities for property: Cable, Propane

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Bethlehem

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/6/2024Sold$530,000+6.2%$194/sqft
    Source: PrimeMLS #5008664 Report a problem
    8/7/2024Listed for sale$499,000+195.3%$182/sqft
    Source: PrimeMLS #5008664 Report a problem
    7/22/2016Sold$169,000-0.3%$62/sqft
    Source: PrimeMLS #4430836 Report a problem
    5/26/2016Pending sale$169,500$62/sqft
    Source: Peabody and Smith Realty #4430836 Report a problem
    8/4/2015Price change$169,500-3.1%$62/sqft
    Source: Peabody and Smith Realty #4430836 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$7,248 +11.3%$421,900
    2023$6,510 +24.7%$421,900 +93.1%
    2022$5,220 -3.1%$218,500 +2.2%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 03574

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