178 Forest Avenue Swanzey, NH 03446
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  178 Forest Avenue Swanzey, NH 03446

Pending (36 Days)
$799,900
3
BED
3
BATH

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.

MLS #:
5053538
Lot Size
4 acres
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1979
Style
Walkout Lower Level, Contemporary
Views
No
School District
Monadnock Sch Dst Sau #93
County
Cheshire County

Listed By

Cynthia "Cindy" Von Recklinghausen, Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate The Masiello Group
Denise Thomas, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Masiello Group
Source
PrimeMLS
Last checked Aug 30 2025 at 9:42 PM GMT-0500
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathroom: 1
Interior Features
  • Dining Area
  • Kitchen Island
  • Master Br W/ Ba
  • Kitchen/Dining
  • Skylight
  • Natural Light
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • 2nd Floor Laundry
  • Gas Fireplace
Lot Information
  • Landscaped
  • Hilly
  • Trail/Near Trail
  • Views
  • Open Lot
  • Rolling Slope
  • Rural
Property Features
  • Fireplace: Gas Fireplace
  • Foundation: Concrete
Heating and Cooling
  • Hot Water
  • Baseboard
  • Mini Split
  • Pellet Stove
  • Propane
  • Oil
Basement Information
  • Partially Finished
  • Walkout
  • Interior Stairs
Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Hardwood
  • Softwood
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Bamboo
Exterior Features
  • Balcony
  • Outbuilding
  • Garden
  • Shed
  • Poultry Coop
  • Covered Porch
  • Double Pane Window(s)
  • Enclosed Porch
  • Screened Porch
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
Utility Information
  • Utilities: Cable Connected
  • Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Concrete, Septic Tank, Leach Field on-Site
  • Fuel: Oil, Pellet, Hot Water, Propane
School Information
  • Elementary School: Mount Caesar School
  • Middle School: Monadnock Regional Jr. High
  • High School: Monadnock Regional High Sch
Parking
  • Auto Open
  • Detached
Stories
  • Two
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