Under Contract
Alton, NH

27 Barnes Avenue

$385,000

MLS# 5079795 · Single Family Residence

30 days on market
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
1,144 Sq Ft
$337 $/Sq Ft
0.65 acres Lot
2001 Built

Description

Enjoy easy one-story living in low-tax Alton. Set on 0.65 acres at the end of a quiet dead-end street, this move-in ready ranch offers a peaceful setting just minutes from Lake Winnipesaukee and the shops, restaurants, and waterfront charm of Alton Bay. This home offers a footprint that feels both manageable and full of possibility—perfect for someone starting out, simplifying, or looking for a comfortable space for a small household. Inside, the living areas feel bright and welcoming, with a layout that makes everyday living easy. The kitchen has been thoughtfully improved with new luxury vinyl plank flooring, quartz countertops, a new sink, and a newer refrigerator, along with a built-in pantry featuring sliding soft-close pullout shelving that maximizes storage and organization. The bathroom includes a laundry hookup and direct access to the spacious primary bedroom, which offers generous closet space. Two additional bedrooms down the hall provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or hobbies. The walkout basement offers high ceilings, abundant storage, and potential for future finished space if additional square footage is desired. Whether you're planting roots in the Lakes Region or searching for a home that’s comfortable, efficient, and easy to maintain, this property offers the perfect balance of charm, practicality, and location. Offer deadline Tuesday 3/24 at Noon.

Features

Heating

Oil
Pellet Stove
Hot Water

Cooling

None

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Financial

Annual Taxes
$2,650

Location

Sale History

DateSale Price
Nov 21, 2022$322,000
Jan 31, 2020$210,000
Residential · NH-Belknap County · Listed Mar 18, 2026

About Alton, NH

Alton anchors the southern tip of Lake Winnipesaukee, with Alton Bay serving as one of the lake's most popular harbors. The town offers a mix of year-round homes and vacation properties, with Mt. Major trailhead — the most-hiked peak in the Lakes Region — right in town.

Alton Bay — popular harbor & beach
Mt. Major trailhead (most popular Lakes Region hike)
Annual ice runway on Alton Bay
B&M Railroad Park
Close to Route 11 corridor
Jones Field recreation area
County: Belknap
Population: ~5,500
Schools: Alton (SAU 72)

Distances are approximate. Click any destination for driving directions. NH has no state income tax or sales tax.

Recently Sold in Alton

AddressSold PriceSold
581 East Side Drive$670,000Apr 13, 2026
00 Old Wolfeboro Road$145,000Apr 10, 2026
11C-2 NH Route 140$215,000Apr 7, 2026
21 Silver Cascade Way$2,000,000Apr 3, 2026
23 Eagles Way$220,000Apr 1, 2026
127 Merrymeeting Lane$37,500Mar 31, 2026

Closed sales in the past 12 months. Data from PrimeMLS.

$385,000

Under Contract

Bedrooms3
Bathrooms1
Sq Ft1,144
$/Sq Ft$337
Listing courtesy of Red Post Realty · Jaime O'Gorman · 603-760-7436
PrimeMLS

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