178 Forest Avenue, Swanzey, NH 03446 - Photo 1

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$760,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
3,422 Sq. Ft.
4 Acres
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Welcome to 178 Forest Avenue, a thoughtfully designed contemporary home offering the perfect blend of style, comfort, and functionality. Nestled on a beautifully landscaped lot, this south-facing property features mature blueberry bushes, pear and tangerine trees, a fenced dog area, and a chicken coop-ideal for those seeking a self-sustaining lifestyle. Inside, the open-concept layout is both spacious and inviting, with hardwood floors, gas fireplaces, and a pellet stove adding warmth and character throughout. The large kitchen is equipped with high-end appliances and ample workspace, making it a dream for cooking and entertaining. The sunlit primary suite includes a generous bedroom, en suite bath, and walk-in closet, while the convenient second-floor laundry enhances daily ease. Two additional bedrooms, an office and full bathroom round out the second floor. Enjoy year-round comfort with radiant flooring, oil-fired baseboard heat, and energy-efficient mini-splits. A screened porch and multiple decks provide peaceful spaces to relax and take in the serene surroundings. The exterior has been freshly painted, and the partially finished basement offers flexible space for a home gym, office, or creative studio. Additional highlights include a two-car garage, a shed, and covered storage for your boat or RV. Located on a quiet, town-maintained dead-end road that was recently paved, just off Route 10, this home is perfectly positioned for easy access to Keene and Northfield, MA.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 178 Forest Ave

General

Sold For: $760,000
Taxes: $10,759 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: PrimeMLS
MLS ID: 5053538
Added to Site: 220 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 8
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Gas Fireplace, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, 2nd Floor Laundry
Fireplace: Yes
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan
Flooring: Bamboo, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Softwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Primary Bedroom: 19'5" x 16', Level 2
Bedroom 1: 15' x 11'4", Level 2
Bedroom 2: 11'2" x 19', Level 2

Other Rooms

Living Room: 15'3" x 12'1", Level 1
Family Room: Family Room, 19' x 18'7", Level 1
Kitchen: Kitchen, 17' x 19', Level 1
Dining Room: Dining Room, 12'6" x 13'2", Level 1
Office: 11'5" x 11'6", Level 2
Laundry: 5' x 7'3", Level 2

Additional Information

Equipment: Hardwired Smoke Detector, Pellet Stove

Exterior

Exterior Features: Balcony, Garden Space, Outbuilding, Covered Porch, Enclosed Porch, Screened Porch, Shed, Double Pane Window(s), Poultry Coop
Color: Green

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Auto Open, Detached

Location

County: Cheshire
Driving Directions: Route 10 South out of Keene. Right onto Forest Avenue. Follow street up the hill - driveway will be on the left.

School Information

School District: Monadnock Sch Dst SAU #93
Elementary School: Mount Caesar School
Middle School: Monadnock Regional Jr. High
High School: Monadnock Regional High Sch

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Mini Split
Heating Type: Propane, Oil, Pellet Stove, Baseboard, Hot Water, Mini Split

Utilities

Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Concrete, Leach Field On-Site, Septic

Structural Information

Construction Status: Existing
Basement Entrance: Walkout
Basement Desc.: Interior Stairs, Partially Finished, Walkout
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Stories/Levels: 2
Square Feet: 3,422
Finished Total: 3,422 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 3,156 Sq. Ft.
Finished Below Grnd: 266 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1979

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 4
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 174,240
Frontage: Yes Road Frontage
Frontage Feet: 550
Driveway/Sidewalk: Paved
Zoning: Residential

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $233.75
Tax Amount: $10,759
Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

Lot Number: 7

Listed by BHG Masiello Keene, Cindy Von Recklinghausen and Denise Thomas
Sold by BHG Masiello Keene, Gerry. Leo

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Listed by BHG Masiello Keene, Cindy Von Recklinghausen and Denise Thomas
Sold by BHG Masiello Keene, Gerry. Leo

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Schools

Schools serving 178 Forest Ave

School District:Monadnock Regional School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Cutler School, Swanzey, NH 31 S. Winchester St., Swanzey, NH 03446	3-6	1.3 mi
Mount Caesar School 585 Old Homstead Hwy., Swanzey, NH 03446	PK-2	3.2 mi
Monadnock Regional High School 580 Old Homestead Hwy., Swanzey, NH 03446	9-12	3.3 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 178 Forest Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

10/06/2025

Sold

$760,000

-4.99%

MLS

7/25/2025

Listed

$799,900

—

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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