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$324,235$186 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

257 COLD RIVER RD

WALPOLE, NH 03608
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,739 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1936
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$324K
$296K low$352K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$156,235
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$124,988
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.45%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$168,000
WILMINGTON FINANCE · recorded Aug 30, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,991 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$289,156 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$86,356
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$202,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$289,208

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyCHESHIRE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.19.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Fall Mountain Regional High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Walpole Elementary SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.3 mi
E
Walpole Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 3.3 mi

District: Fall Mountain Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 03608These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,495
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.97 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,322
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,583
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

257 Cold River Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 86% of homes in Walpole 03608
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Cheshire County
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Walpole 03608
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Cheshire County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Walpole 03608

What homes are worth in Walpole 03608

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$243K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Walpole 03608.

How it measures up in Walpole 03608

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Walpole 03608.

Estimated value$324,235
CheaperTypical $460,554Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$186
CheaperTypical $206Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,739 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,247 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size19 ac
SmallerTypical 2.29 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1936
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 257 Cold River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWalpole 03608Cheshire County
Estimated valuepricier than$324,23514% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18627% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,739 ft²27% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than19 ac92% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than193625% of homes25% of homes

About 257 Cold River Rd

How much is 257 Cold River Rd, Walpole, NH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 257 Cold River Rd, Walpole, NH is $324,235 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $296,135 to $352,335. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 257 Cold River Rd, Walpole, NH last sell?

257 Cold River Rd, Walpole, NH last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 257 Cold River Rd, Walpole, NH?

257 Cold River Rd, Walpole, NH has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,739 square feet of living space and a 19.00-acre lot.

When was 257 Cold River Rd, Walpole, NH built?

257 Cold River Rd, Walpole, NH was built in 1936, making it 90 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 257 Cold River Rd, Walpole, NH?

257 Cold River Rd, Walpole, NH is assigned to Fall Mountain Regional High School (high), rated D; Walpole Elementary School (middle), rated B+; Walpole Primary School (elementary). All sit in Fall Mountain Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 257 Cold River Rd, Walpole, NH compare to other homes in Walpole 03608?

Among the 1,132 homes in Walpole 03608, it is worth more than 14% of them ($324,235 against a typical $460,554), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($186 against a typical $206), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,739 ft² against a typical 2,247 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (19 ac against a typical 2.29 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1936 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Cheshire County, it is worth more than 26% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 257 Cold River Rd, Walpole, NH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 257 Cold River Rd, Walpole, NH was $4,991. The county assessed it at $289,156.

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