12 School Street, Gorham, NH, 03581
About This Home
Charming and thoughtfully updated 3 bedroom, 1 bath farmhouse in the heart of Gorham. Built in 1860, this home blends New England character with modern improvements, including a fully renovated kitchen, updated bathroom, new hardwood flooring on the second level, a new heating system, new washer and dryer, and more! Sun filled rooms create a warm, welcoming atmosphere throughout. The covered front porch is the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or relax after a day of exploring the White Mountains - rain or shine. The level yard offers plenty of space for gardens, pets, and bonfires. The unfinished barn provides excellent storage and potential for future expansion - finish the second floor for additional living space, a studio, or workshop. Enjoy the best of small town living with year round recreation just outside your door. Walk to the library, town park, local restaurants, like Big Day Brewing, or take advantage of easy access to the ATV and snowmobile trails. 10 minutes to Great Glen Trails and WMNF, 15 minutes to Wildcat Mountain, 30 minutes to Sunday River. With nearby golf, hiking, skiing, biking, and endless outdoor opportunities, this location is perfectly suited for both everyday living and weekend adventure.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1860
Materials
- Foundation: Fieldstone
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Construction materials: Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: New Englander
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Electric Range,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: 1st Floor Laundry
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Dirt Floor,Partial,Interior Entry
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Natural Light,Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Hardwood,Tile,Vinyl Plank
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,169
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Propane,Forced Air
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,989
- Total interior livable area: 1,169 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: GORHMU5L28
- Zoning description: RA
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 70
Lot
- Lot size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Level,In Town,Near Country Club,Near Skiing,Near Snowmobile Trails,Neighborhood,Near ATV Trail,Near School(s)
Parking
- Parking features: Paved
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Winter Weather
- Avalanche
- Ice Storm
- Hurricane
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Hampshire Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,314 | $15,768 |
| Home Insurance | $123 | $1,476 |
| Property Taxes | $355 | $4,260 |
| Electricity | $283 | $3,398 |
| Total | $2,075 | $24,900 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-05 | Price change | $240,000 |
| 2026-07-23 | Price change | $260,000 |
| 2026-06-26 | Listed for sale | $270,000 |
| 2024-11-05 | Sold | $210,000 |
| 2024-10-29 | Contingent | $218,500 |
| 2024-08-28 | Price change | $218,500 |
| 2024-08-02 | Listed for sale | $230,000 |
| 2011-10-22 | Listing removed | $49,000 |
| 2011-10-20 | Sold | $33,900 |
| 2011-04-18 | Price change | $49,000 |
| 2011-03-02 | Price change | $59,900 |
| 2011-02-25 | Listed for sale | $59 |
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