When you compare New Hampshire to Massachusetts and look at what your money gets you. This Month we compare a few homes in Massachusetts vs Homes in Lake’s Region of New Hampshire.
15 Backwood Unit 2 Back Bay 00 Shaker Jerry Rd Moultonborough NH
On Market for $1050,000 On Market For $1050,000
Days on Market 201 Days on Market 47
Square Footage 1130ft Square Footage 2797
2 bedroom 1 bath 4 Bedroom 3 bath
Common Roof Deck 2 Decks and 38 Acres of open space
Now with Winter in the rearview mirror and temperature rising more and more of us will be spending time outdoors, and with covid numbers going down and the vaccine is available to more of the general public. People have more reason to want to gather with friends and family. All of these properties do offer people the ability to enjoy outdoor space, but it might not be a private outdoor space.
The home in New Hampshire offers twice as much square footage to live in, and more spaces to entertain friends and family. In Boston, you would be lucky to get a private roof deck or patio. The home on Shaker Jerry Rd offers 2 miles of trails for friends and family to explore and enjoy all year long. Along with 38 Acres of open space and ample privacy which you might not get with the home in Boston. The home in Boston is also a Condo vs a Single-family home. You will pay more for taxes owning this single-family home. In New Hampshire, the property taxes for the home would be 2,704.00 vs The Boston Condo Taxes are $9,175 and it’s unknown if taxes reflect a residential exemption.
Single Family Boston vs Single Family in New Hampshire
15 Cordis St Charlestown MA 245 Ridge Rd Eaton Center NH
On Market For $3,150.000 On Market For $2,790,000
Days On Market 45 Days on Market 135
Square Footage 4,500 Square Footage 10,100
5 Bedroom 5 bath 6 Bedroom 9 bathrooms
Private Patio and Priv Roof Deck Private Deck and 38 Acres of outdoor space
Both these homes offer prime locations and ample living space. The New Hampshire home on Ridge Rd does offer twice as much square footage and more bedrooms and bathrooms. Neither the Charlestown or Home on Eaton a buyer wouldn’t be sacrificing location. Charlestown Home overlooks Monument Square and offers the perfect balance of historical charm. Both homes offer a potential buyer top-of-the-line renovations and didn’t skimp on amenities. Some of amenities like a private wine cellar and outdoor kitchen along with the indoor kitchen. However, the feeling of The New Hampshire home is more like a retreat with 16 rooms custom in-house movie theater and game room. The Charlestown home also offers a home theater/ Family room as well.
Easy access to some of the best dining in Charlestown right at your fingertips. The home In Eaton offers dining close by but, you will need to get into your car and drive 15 minutes to Maine or Conway. At times parking for most homes is a problem, and this home offers an 8 car garage. Eaton offers ample storage that will fit all your seasonal hobbies. Summer months enjoying the Lake at Crystal Lake with SUP, Water skiing, or Kayaking.
Single Family Home in Beacon Hill vs Single-family home in Moultonborough NH
26 Chestnut St Beacon Hill SF 100 Wyman Tail Moultonborough NH
On Market 10,750,000 On Market for 4,200,000 Sold for $3,650,000
Days On Market 103 Days on Market 29
5 bedroom 4 Full bath 2 half Bedrooms 4 full bath 1 half bath
square footage 6,504 Square footage 16,553
Finished Sq footage 5,156
Both of these properties offer central locations and architectural detail. When you think of Beacon Hill Chestnut Street the home delivers start to finish. Walk thru this home you will find the brick detail from the 19 Century. High ceilings, modern appliances, two-car garage space. The central location offers the ability for the homeowner to walk to some of the best dining, shops and so much more. You have enough space where you can entertain your family and friends, but it doesn’t feel too large where you don’t lose that warmth.
The home in New Hampshire offers a central location but feels more like an all-year-round retreat. This lakes Side retreat Offers 5 bedrooms like the Chestnut Street home in Beacon Hill, but it does also offer a waterfront along with a beachfront. Again central location like the city home. Wyman is only 15 minutes from Center Harbor where you can find great dining options. No expense was spared.
The home offers top-of-the-line finishes throughout. Some of the Amenities are mission oak-inspired chef’s kitchen with granite countertops and backsplashes. Sub Zero fridge and wine cooler, and Wolf gas cooktop.
The main living space is finished with stunning matte finished oak floors, coffered ceiling, radiant heated sunroom, stone gas fireplace, and generous glass.
The first-floor master suite features oversized white Italian “White Carrara” marble slabs, a walk-in rainfall shower, and a soaking tub. You will pay more in taxes for the New Hampshire home however the price tag you will pay for the home and the amount of square footage you get for the home is far greater.
What the new buyer values
Even though we are a year out from when Covid started buyers’ needs and wants have changed. Space and rooms that multi-purpose and offer more time outdoors than inside. City living will never go out of fashion, but both are lifestyles that speak to each unique person. If your ready to explore your options in Mass and New Hampshire contact me.
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