39 Nelson Street, Dover, NH 03820 - Photo 1

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$578,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,607 Sq. Ft.
0.11 Acres

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Property Description

Lovely historic New Englander in Dover's Downtown Historic District. Rich in character, this home features hardwood floors, crown molding, original woodwork, and classic pocket doors between the living and dining rooms. Most windows are original and thoughtfully restored. The updated kitchen blends modern function with vintage flair-offering wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a Jenn-Air gas stove, and soapstone & granite countertops. Cozy up with both a wood stove and gas fireplace. A first-floor half bath includes a convenient laundry area. Upstairs, a beautiful staircase leads to three bedrooms and a full bath with radiant heat in the tile floor. The freshly painted exterior & paved driveway complements the well-landscaped yard with and a fire pit-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy an easy walk to downtown restaurants, parks, and the library.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 39 Nelson St

General

Sold For: $578,000
Taxes: $8,449 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: PrimeMLS
MLS ID: 5082829
Added to Site: 95 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 6
Interior Features: Gas Fireplace, Wood Fireplace, 2 Fireplaces, Natural Light, 1st Floor Laundry
Fireplace: Yes
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Primary Bedroom: Level 2
Bedroom 1: Level 2
Bedroom 2: Level 2

Other Rooms

Kitchen: Kitchen, Level 1
Dining Room: Dining Room, Level 1
Laundry: Level 1

Additional Information

Equipment: Wood Stove

Exterior

Color: Yellow

Location

County: Strafford
Driving Directions: Washington Street take left on Atkinson Street and right on Nelson Street.

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Natural Gas, Radiant Floor, Steam, Wood Stove, Gas Fireplace

Utilities

Sewer: Public

Structural Information

Construction Status: Existing
Basement Entrance: Interior
Basement Desc.: Concrete Floor, Sump Pump, Interior Access
Roof: Asphalt Shingles
Stories/Levels: 1.75
Square Feet: 1,607
Finished Total: 1,607 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,607 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1905

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,792
Frontage: Yes Road Frontage
Frontage Feet: 50
Driveway/Sidewalk: Paved
Zoning: RM-U

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $341.63
Assessment Year: 2025
Assessment Amount: $429,300
Tax Amount: $8,449
Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

Block: 36

Listed by Coldwell Banker - Peggy Carter Team, Rose Forcillo
Sold by Coldwell Banker - Peggy Carter Team, Peggy. Carter

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Listed by Coldwell Banker - Peggy Carter Team, Rose Forcillo
Sold by Coldwell Banker - Peggy Carter Team, Peggy. Carter

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Schools

Schools serving 39 Nelson St

School District:Dover School District, Dover, NH

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Price & Sales History for 39 Nelson St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

6/10/2026

Sold

$578,000

5.28%

MLS

4/09/2026

Listed

$549,000

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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.

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