278 Long Hill Road, Dover, NH 03820
FOR SALE
3D VIEW
1.93 ACRES
Listed by Cameron Avery, REAL Broker NH, LLC, (603) 303-7361

278 Long Hill Road
Dover, NH 03820

  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,728 sqft (on 1.93 acres)

$875,000

Original price: $899,000
Est. Mortgage $5,717/mo*

$875,000

Original price: $899,000
Est. Mortgage $5,717/mo*
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,728 sqft
(on 1.93 acres)

Local Information

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Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Cameron Avery
REAL Broker NH, LLC, Cell: 603-303-7361
Source: PrimeMLS, MLS#5089894
Also Listed on PrimeMLS.

Description

Welcome home to the space, privacy, and flexibility you’ve been waiting for. Set back from the road on a beautifully landscaped 1.93-acre lot, this move-in ready Colonial gives you the best of both worlds: a peaceful country setting while still being just minutes from downtown Dover, shopping, restaurants, and commuter routes. Step inside and immediately feel the warmth of this home. Gleaming hardwood floors, sun-filled living spaces, and a flexible layout make it easy to picture everyday life here. Whether you love hosting holidays, cozy nights by the fire, or simply having room for everyone to spread out, this home delivers. The vaulted great room with wood-burning fireplace creates the perfect gathering space, while the eat-in kitchen with newer GE Profile appliances is truly the heart of the home. Imagine summer evenings on the back deck overlooking the private backyard, morning coffee on the charming farmer’s porch, or movie nights and game days in the finished lower level complete with its own kitchenette and bath. Need even more space? The fully insulated and carpeted attic is already piped for heat and ready for your future plans, whether it’s a home office, playroom, gym, guest space, or creative studio. Additional features include a 2nd floor laundry, dedicated office, and whole house generator hookup in the highlights in the listing. Buy with confidence knowing many major updates have already been completed, including roof improvements, renovated bathrooms, and recently rebuilt deck stairs and railings. Pre-inspected for buyer convenience, this home has been lovingly maintained and thoughtfully improved over the years. If you’ve been searching for a home that feels welcoming, spacious, and ready for your next chapter, 278 Long Hill Road is the one you won’t want to miss.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$235
Listed
32 days ago

Home Details for 278 Long Hill Road

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Full,Interior Stairs,Storage Space,Interior Access,Basement Stairs,Interior EntryNumber of Rooms: 11
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3728 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Propane
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Oil,Baseboard,Hot WaterNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Oil
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2.5Levels: 2.5
View
No View
Security
Security: Hardwired Smoke Detector

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Architectural ShingleFoundation: Concrete, Poured Concrete
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Paved,Underground
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicRoad Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: 1500+ Gallon, Concrete, Leach Field
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: Road frontage: 150
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2676 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 1052 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 32

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1997
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Fiberglss Batt Insulation, Wood Frame, Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $875,000Price Per Sqft: $235

Location

Direction & Address
City: Dover

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 5089894

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 4596 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.93 Acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 5089894Attribution Contact: Cell: 603-303-7361Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2676Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area: 228Below Grade Unfinished Area Source: MeasuredBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet

Market trends in Dover

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
Sale-to-List Price
Price per sq ft
Available listings
68
5
MoM

Price History for 278 Long Hill Road

DatePriceEventSource
06/16/2026$875,000PriceChange
PrimeMLS #5089894
05/20/2026$899,000Listed For SalePrimeMLS #5089894
09/15/2022$690,000Sold
PrimeMLS #4922594
09/08/2022$699,900ContingentPrimeMLS #4922594
08/01/2022$699,900PendingBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty #4922594
07/27/2022$699,900Listed For SalePrimeMLS #4922594
02/27/1997$39,900Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$16,100
Assessment$886,100
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 278 Long Hill Road

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.19
Single-Family Home
$910,000
01/15/26
4
2.5
2,432
0.15
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$1,304,000
08/04/25
5
3.5
4,456
0.68
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$732,500
06/25/25
3
3
3,489
0.53
Single-Family Home
$1,188,000
05/14/26
4
3
3,104
0.78
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
09/05/25
4
2.5
3,126
0.82
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$718,667
04/21/26
3
2.5
2,630
0.57
Single-Family Home
$580,000
03/11/26
3
2.5
1,760
0.79
Single-Family Home
$737,500
12/09/25
4
2.5
2,240
0.59
Single-Family Home
$1,000,000
08/06/25
4
3.5
4,083
0.60
Single-Family Home
$1,295,000
12/15/25
4
3.5
4,552

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Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 278 Long Hill Road.
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What Locals Say about Dover

At least 256 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 70 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 67 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say there's wildlife

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 28 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Catherine Marsh
    "Dog friendly area. Many have dogs. Nice side walks to use for walks and everyone is respectful. There is even a paved rail trail in the neighborhood. "
  • Donna.maskwa
    "There’s a lot of families with pets and we see them out throughout the day walking their dogs. Also there’s a dog park about 5 min drive. "
  • Michellelgann
    "We love it here in Dover. Very kid and animal friendly. Lots of community events. Great restaurants. Very walkable downtown area. Lovely shops. The downtown is always decorated and has nice florals around. We love it here! Only complaint is the meter maid for street parking "
  • Michellelgann
    "We love that there are always lots of community events at the parks and museums. People are very friendly. The downtown area is very walkable. Tons of excellent restaurants "
  • Chris Straub
    "I simply drive across town so no issues there, am able to avoid stop lights so there’s that which is a plus "
  • Robert C.
    "I'm looking to relocate to Dover,I've lived there and visited family who live there,I walk my dog alot around the parks and streets downtown and everyone is so kind,alot of dogs and poop bag available all over for easy clean up. You see water bowls out random businesses for public dog walkers, very friendly I've met and spoke to so many dog walkers,it's uplifting to see all the breeds and you can tell there owners are proud and show there love for there best friends.woof woof"
  • Bmrusso
    "We have an apple festival in the fall. There are many events near the children’s museum along with farmers markets. "
  • Donna.maskwa
    "Great access to highway system north to mountains on Rt 16 and south to Boston. I take C&J bus to Boston’s Logan airport always vs taking my car. "
  • Rnweide
    "I commute to Portsmouth which is an easy drive each way, either on highway with toll or side road past the toll. "
  • Bellarae2018
    "Watch out for the drug dealers and the homeless drug users hang out at night behind the park street dumpster and shoot up(100 ft of a daycare)"
  • Rnweide
    "Lots of sidewalks and trails nearby for walking dogs. Not many bag stations except for on paved trails so make sure to bring bags. People usually pick up dog waste"
  • Stevco
    "Dover is a dog friendly community, welcomed in most businesses with in Dover. The streets are well lit and downtown walks are pleasant. "
  • Tifonie J.
    "Not a place for people without a car if you have children. No daycare buses to pick up your children, public transportation only stops at certain stops (it’s not a push stop thing like other places), and it’s difficult to get a taxi, Uber, or Lyft. They do have CAP that helps the underprivileged with food, rent, & utilities but don’t move here without a car!"
  • Jenn A. J. M.
    "It can a lot more time than it should to drive through town, even on weekdays when people should be at work. It has become far too congested for my liking. It has more of a city vibe now than it used to."
  • Craig K.
    "Great family friendly small city. Great place to live, love and grow. My children have all attended the schools here and are doing great. "
  • Kendra M.
    "Library does movie nights for kids and is a nice place to study in private rooms and read or use the printer "
  • Boblowe.home
    "There is walking trail that runs through the neighborhood and there are often neighbors walking their dogs through the neighborhood."
  • Dibbsmorrison
    "Very hard to use public transportation But is a growing community and I can see the difference from 30 years ago when I moved in "
  • Michelle C.
    "Easy access to highway. In town traffic can be awful during peak hours and it can take long periods of time to go a short distance. "
  • Angel S. S.
    "It’s fun and a beautiful city for young people to live in. Lots of things to do and have fun. "
  • Linda D
    "Property Taxes could be lower. They are really high. Water and Sewage are also on the high end. t cost too much to live here."
  • Peggy Carter
    "Beautiful neighborhood in a great South Dover location. Well established neighborhood where owners take pride. Convenient to Portsmouth."
  • Ryan S.
    "School events, 5K races, there's a lot in Dover. There's also a Children's Museum and playground. Plenty of things to do. "
  • Lauren
    "This is a family neighborhood. Kids play outside until the street lights come on. Everyone looks out for each other here it’s wonderful "
  • Ryan S.
    "My neighborhood is easy to commute in and out of, with highway & main road accesses nearby as well. Amazing neighborhood to live in. "
  • Dawn T.
    "Dog owners would like our neighborhood. There are several grassy areas amidst the less traveled roads as well as a large cemetery with walking paths. "
  • Anneka W.
    "They would love it! You can even bring your dogs to the local stores!! I see everyone on my road has a dog and we all know them on first name basis!"
  • Cicely L.
    "I absolutely love living here it’s great place to be to settle down or to start for a young couple or old couples "
  • Lauren
    "Love this neighborhood. It’s very friendly and everyone looks out for each other, pets, homes, yards, etc"
  • Bailey g.
    "I’ve lived her for 10 years I love where I am just need a new scene, people are great and nice! Safe neighborhood"
  • Luvbugs
    "Amazing neighborhood, amazing neighbors. Close to highway, close to downtown, close to grocery stores. This is a great location. "
  • Jesse R.
    "Loves here for 7 years now and it is up and coming. Property value is going up as well as rent. Great place to live"
  • Bailey g.
    "People drive to fast on my street. Otherwise my town is alright, some friendly people and some not so friendly. Don’t want to live here any longer it’s been 10 years."

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Cameron Avery, REAL Broker NH, LLC, Cell: 603-303-7361
Copyright 2026 PrimeMLS, Inc. All rights reserved. This information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. The data relating to real estate displayed on this display comes in part from the IDX Program of PrimeMLS. The information being provided is for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data last updated 2026-06-21 01:04:29 PDT.
This display of listings may or may not be the entire Compilation from the PrimeMLS database, and PrimeMLS does not guarantee the accuracy of such information.
278 Long Hill Road, Dover, NH 03820 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,728 sqft single-family home built in 1997. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by PrimeMLS on May 20, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 5089894.