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$360,232$306 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $160,000 on Aug 18, 2008

279 FOREST RD

HANCOCK, NH 03449
1
Beds
1
Baths
1,178 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.
4.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1895
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$360K
$341K low$380K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · Aug 18, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,409 (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.$199,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$119,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$80,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$302,195

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.62
97
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.108 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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
CountyHILLSBOROUGH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.30
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(3)

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.

E
Hancock Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.6 mi
H
ConVal Regional High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 mi
M
Great Brook SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 5.0 mi

District: Contoocook Valley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 03449These 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.152
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.80

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,691
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.56 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,668
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,242
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

279 Forest 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 88% of homes in Hillsborough County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Hancock 03449
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Hancock 03449
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Hillsborough County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Hillsborough County

What homes are worth in Hancock 03449

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

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$282K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Hancock 03449.

How it measures up in Hancock 03449

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hancock 03449.

Estimated value$360,232
CheaperTypical $551,378Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$306
CheaperTypical $210Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,422 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size4.3 ac
SmallerTypical 4.24 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1895
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 279 Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHancock 03449Hillsborough County
Estimated valuepricier than$360,23213% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30684% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,178 ft²5% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.3 ac52% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than189516% of homes5% of homes

About 279 Forest Rd

How much is 279 Forest Rd, Hancock, NH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Forest Rd, Hancock, NH is $360,232 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $340,676 to $379,788. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Forest Rd, Hancock, NH last sell?

279 Forest Rd, Hancock, NH last sold on Aug 18, 2008 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 279 Forest Rd, Hancock, NH?

279 Forest Rd, Hancock, NH has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,178 square feet of living space and a 4.30-acre lot.

When was 279 Forest Rd, Hancock, NH built?

279 Forest Rd, Hancock, NH was built in 1895, making it 131 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 279 Forest Rd, Hancock, NH?

279 Forest Rd, Hancock, NH is assigned to Hancock Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; ConVal Regional High School (high), rated C-; Great Brook School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Contoocook Valley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Forest Rd, Hancock, NH compare to other homes in Hancock 03449?

Among the 870 homes in Hancock 03449, it is worth more than 13% of them ($360,232 against a typical $551,378), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($306 against a typical $210), it is bigger than 5% of them (1,178 ft² against a typical 2,422 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (4.3 ac against a typical 4.24 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1895 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Hillsborough County, it is worth more than 12% 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 279 Forest Rd, Hancock, NH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 279 Forest Rd, Hancock, NH was $5,409. The county assessed it at $199,800.

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