- beds
- 3
- baths
- 1
- sq ft
- 1,248
- Built
- 1980
878 Rattlesnake Island
Alton, NH 03810
Residential · Active · MLS #5086386
Listing Courtesy of Maxfield Real Estate/Wolfeboro | Jen McCullough, Betty Ann Bickford
The home
About this home
Spectacular 180-degree views from north to south await at this meticulously maintained property on Rattlesnake Island, set along the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. This three bedroom, open-concept, post-and-beam cottage features beautiful pine floors and is filled with natural light from a wall of sliders that seamlessly brings the outdoors in. Step outside to enjoy two spacious decks, one perfectly positioned for sun, the other offering a shaded retreat. The expansive breakwater provides protection from prevailing winds, along with docking for two boats, and leads to a gorgeous sandy swimming area with custom steps into crystal-clear water. The property also offers direct access to the island’s interior trail system right from your back door. As a member of the Rattlesnake Island community, you’ll enjoy shared ownership of a mainland parcel that includes four parking spaces per lot, transient docking for loading and unloading, and a convenient boat ramp. Start making lasting memories on the lake this summer.
Property information
Details at a glance
Interior4 property facts
- Rooms
- 7
- Heating
- Wood, Wood Stove
- Cooling
- None
- Flooring
- Wood
Building3 property facts
- Style
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1980
- Roof
- Metal
Land & utilities5 property facts
- Lot size
- 0.66 acres
- Water
- Other
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Waterfront
- Y
- Zoning
- LR-LAK
Financial3 property facts
- Annual taxes
- $6,201
- Assessment year
- 2024
- HOA fee
- $180 (billing period not supplied)
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Estimated monthly cost
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Known monthly costs$4,051 / monthAdjust
- Principal & interest
- $3,535
- Property tax
- $517
- Insurance
- Not entered
- HOA
- Not entered
Listing annual taxes: $6,201. Initial monthly tax is one twelfth of that amount. Listing HOA fee: $180. The billing period was not supplied; confirm the monthly amount before adding it.
Partial estimate: add insurance, monthly HOA to include those costs. Blank amounts are unknown.
The initial 6.5% rate is illustrative, not a current rate or lender quote. Excludes utilities, maintenance, closing costs and mortgage insurance, which may apply with a down payment below 20%. Taxes and insurance can change.
Listing history
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Price & market context
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| Metric | This home | Local listings |
|---|---|---|
| List price | $699,000 | $644,0009% above local |
| Price / sq ft | $560 | $45822% above local |
| Days on market | 111 | 5891% above local |
Active city listing statistics from PrimeMLS as of September 11, 2026. Asking prices are not completed-sale values.
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