#5042576, Pamela Perkins, Listing office: Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
#5041880·
Listing office: Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty·
Listing agent: Pamela Perkins·
Listing office phone: 603-526-4050
$2,195,000 List price
253 Lake Ave Sunapee, NH 03782
4 beds
2 full
2,080 sqft
0.2 acres
$1,055 / sqft
House
Property details
About 253 Lake Ave
This unique opportunity includes both a charming main house and a cozy guest cottage, perfectly sited to capture long, tranquil water views across the Birch Point Peninsula and out to the broad, glistening waters of Lake Sunapee. A deep-water dock invites endless days of boating, swimming, and lakeside relaxation There is expansion potential for a larger home on this site. Located just south of vibrant Sunapee Harbor, this property offers an exceptional balance of privacy and convenience within one of the lake’s most coveted neighborhoods, surrounded by high-end homes. Step out your door to enjoy the scenic 3.5-mile Burkehaven Loop—ideal for morning strolls or evening walks, with stops in the Harbor for ice cream, a casual lunch, live music, or browsing local shops and galleries. A bit of gentle TLC will make this special lakeside gem shine.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
Size2,080 sqft
Lot size0.19 Acres
Year built1970
MLS #5041880
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Interior: Cathedral Ceiling, Dining Area, In-Law Suite, Kitchen/Dining, Natural Light, Vaulted Ceiling, Laundry - 1st Floor
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Exterior: Boat Slip/Dock, Docks, Deck, Guest House, Porch, Porch - Covered
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $2,195,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,055
- Annual Tax Amount: $18,082
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: From Sunapee Harbor - proceed south on Lake Avenue 1.3 miles to #253 Lake on the lakeside.
- Year Built: 1970
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,080 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.19 Acres
- MLS Number: 5041880
- Office Name: Four Seasons Sotheby's Int'l Realty
- Office Phone: (603) 526-4050
- Office Email: doug.peel@fourseasonssir.com
- Listing Agent: Pamela Perkins
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 2023 | Home Sold | $1,595,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,868,000 | $18,082 |
| 2022 | $1,008,700 | $14,112 |
| 2021 | $1,008,700 | $13,749 |
| 2020 | $1,008,700 | $13,960 |
| 2019 | $755,100 | $12,029 |
| 2018 | $755,100 | $11,757 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Sunapee Central School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•22 School St
6
Kearsarge Regional Elementary School at New London
Public District KG-5
4.8 mi
•64 Cougar Ct
1
Richards School
Public District PK-5
5.2 mi
•21 School St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $82,500. The majority of Sunapee, NH residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
7%
<35k
60%
35k-100k
29%
100k-200k
4%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
31%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
45%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Dick's Sporting Goods
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Subaru
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
New Country
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 253 Lake Ave
The listing price of 253 Lake Ave property is $2,195,000.
The property 253 Lake Ave is a house located in Sunapee, New Hampshire, 03782.
Active Listing: 253 Lake Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 253 Lake Ave are: Sunapee Central School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Kearsarge Regional Elementary School at New London (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Richards School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Sunapee Middle High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Newport Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Kearsarge Regional Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Sunapee Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Newport High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Kearsarge Regional High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $18,082 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 30, 2023 for $1,595,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 253 Lake Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 253 Lake Ave is 2,080 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 253 Lake Ave is 1970.
This home is located at 253 Lake Ave in Sunapee, NH and zip code 03782. This 2,080 square foot home, which was built in 1970, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,195,000.
While more than 3 listings in Sunapee, NH in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 1 listings sold at asking price, and more than 2 were sold below. In June 2025 in Sunapee, NH there were 78.9% more homes for sale than in May.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.