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Property Description
Recent $105,000 Price Improvement creates an incredible opportunity! Set on 140 acres of beautifully timbered land (121 acres in conservation), this timeless New England farmhouse invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and embrace a lifestyle rooted in history while thoughtfully updated for today. Rolling fields, open skies, sweeping views, a peaceful freshwater pond, and abundant wildlife create an extraordinary setting for country living. The classic 34' x 60' two-story barn offers endless possibilities for animals, hobbies, storage, or workshop space, complete with a dedicated woodworking shop and dust filtration system. Inside, warmth and character shine throughout, featuring a desirable first-floor primary bedroom and bath, four bedrooms total, and preserved period charm seamlessly blended with modern comforts including central air, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and more. Explore miles of land ideal for hiking, hunting, and outdoor recreation, or simply unwind while taking in unforgettable sunsets over rolling pastures. Conveniently located near the Lakes Region's most sought-after destinations just minutes to Lake Winnipesaukee, Mount Major, and Gunstock Mountain Resort, this exceptional property offers the rare opportunity to enjoy peaceful country living without sacrificing modern convenience.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 255 John Tasker Rd
General
- Sold For: $1,000,000
- Taxes: $7,280 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: PrimeMLS
- MLS ID: 5086229
- Added to Site: 161 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Dining Area, 2 Fireplaces, Kitchen Island, Natural Light, Programmable Thermostat, 1st Floor Laundry
- Fireplace: Yes
- Appliances: Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qual Dishwshr, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qual Dryer, Gas Range, ENERGY STAR Qual Fridge, ENERGY STAR Qual Washer, Gas Stove, Propane Water Heater
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Softwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom 1: Bathroom Three Quarter, 7'1 x 8'6, Level 2
- Bathroom 2: Bathroom Three Quarter, 6'7 x 9'2, Level 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: 13'4 x 12.9, Level 1
- Bedroom 1: 9'8 x 8'8, Level 2
- Bedroom 2: 9'7 x 12'8, Level 2
- Bedroom 3: 14'1 x 15.5, Level 1
Other Rooms
- Foyer/Entry: 16' x 7'6, Level 1
- Living Room: 12'10 x 25, Level 1
- Kitchen: Kitchen, 9'6 x 16, Level 1
- Dining Room: Dining Room, 11'8 x 12'4, Level 1
- Laundry: 13'1 x 8, Level 1
- Other Room 1: 19' x 14.1, Level 2
Additional Information
- Equipment: Standby Generator
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Barn, Dog Fence, Screened Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Heated Garage, Driveway, Paved, Unpaved, Barn
Location
- County: Belknap
School Information
- School District: Barnstead Sch District SAU #86
- Elementary School: Barnstead Elementary School
- High School: Prospect Mountain High School
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central AC
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Existing Leach Field, Private, Septic
Structural Information
- Construction Status: Existing
- Basement Entrance: Interior
- Basement Desc.: Basement Stairs, Dirt Floor, Gravel, Interior Access, Unfinished
- Roof: Metal
- Stories/Levels: 1.5
- Square Feet: 2,042
- Finished Total: 2,042 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,042 Sq. Ft.
- Current Bldg. Use: Yes
- Year Built: 1800
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 140
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,098,400
- Frontage: Yes Road Frontage
- Frontage Feet: 120
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Paved
- Potential Use: Agriculture, Residential
- Zoning: Residential/Agricultural
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $536.24
- Tax Amount: $7,280
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Documents Avail.: Deed, Property Disclosure
- Lot Number: 26
Listed by BHHS Verani Bedford, Denise Rice
Sold by BHHS Verani Bedford, Denise. Rice
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Schools
Schools serving 255 John Tasker Rd
School Districts:Barnstead School District, Prospect Mountain High School Joint Maintenance Agreement District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Barnstead Elementary School 91 Maple St., Barnstead, NH 03225 | PK-8 | 3.7 mi |
Prospect Mountain High School 242 Suncook Valley Road, Alton, NH 03809 | 9-12 | 9.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 255 John Tasker Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/28/2026
Sold
$1,000,000
-8.68%
MLS
6/17/2026
Price Reduced
$1,095,000
-8.75%
MLS
4/30/2026
Listed
$1,200,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
255 John Tasker Road, Barnstead, NH 03218 (MLS# 5086229) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,000,000 on August 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 255 John Tasker Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Barnstead? You can browse all Barnstead real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

