- 2 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,208 sqft
- ~1 acre lot
- $450 per sqft
- 1985 build
- – on site
Welcome to 62 Thoreau in East Wakefield, a fantastic year round home on the shores of beautiful Balch Lake. This property features 2 bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with its own private bath, plus an enclosed loft for additional sleeping or living space. The open concept layout makes it easy to relax or entertain, and the finished walkout lower level offers plenty of flexible space for gatherings, games, or guests. Step outside to multiple decks overlooking the lake, an expansive sandy beach, a hot tub (included with the sale), an outdoor shower, and a fire pit perfect for enjoying all seasons. Set on a generous lot with a two-car garage, this home also includes a 2 Vermont Casting gas stoves, Rinnai heater, pocket doors, and an on-demand generator for peace of mind. With a strong rental history over the past several years, this is an ideal spot for both personal enjoyment and investment. Balch Lake spans both NH and Maine and is known for its clear water and great recreation. A perfect blend of comfort, space, and lakefront fun!
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Last updated Jun 9, 2025
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MLS# 5043806 —
The Building
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Year Built:1985
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Pre-Construction:No
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Construction Status:Existing
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Construction Materials:Log Home, Wood Frame
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Architectural Style:Ranch
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Roof:Metal
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Foundation:Poured Concrete
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Equipment:Generator - Standby, Radon Mitigation, Stove-Gas, Window AC
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Total Stories:1.25
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Approx SqFt Total:2336
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Approx SqFt Total Finished:2,208 Sqft
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Approx SqFt Finished Above Grade:1,344 Sqft
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Approx SqFt Finished Below Grade:864 Sqft
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Approx SqFt Unfinished Below Grade:128
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Approx SqFt Finished Building Source:Public Records
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Approx SqFt Unfinished Building Source:Public Records
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Approx SqFt Finished Above Grade Source:Public Records
Interior
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Total Rooms:9
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Features - Interior:Blinds, Cathedral Ceiling, Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Draperies, Hearth, Laundry Hook-ups, Living/Dining, Natural Woodwork, Skylight, Laundry - 1st Floor
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Flooring:Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
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Basement:Yes
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Basement Description:Climate Controlled, Finished, Full, Interior Access, Stairs - Basement, Stairs - Interior, Walkout
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Basement Access Type:Walkout
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Room 1 Level:1
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Room 2 Level:1
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Room 3 Level:1
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Room 4 Level:1
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Room 5 Level:1
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Room 6 Level:2
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Room 7 Level:Basement
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Room 8 Level:Basement
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Room 9 Level:Basement
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Room 1 Type:Kitchen
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Room 2 Type:Living/Dining
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Room 9 Type:Utility Room
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Room 8 Type:Bath - 1/2
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Room 7 Type:Family Room
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Room 5 Type:Primary BR Suite
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Room 4 Type:Bath - 3/4
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Room 3 Type:Bedroom
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Room 6 Type:Loft
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Rooms Level 1:Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Bath - 3/4, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living/Dining, Level 1: Primary Bdm Ste
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Rooms: Level 2Level 2: Loft
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Rooms Level B:Level B: Bath - 1/2, Level B: Family Room, Level B: Utility Room
Location
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Directions:RT. 16 NORTH TO WAKEFIELD RD ON RIGHT. 1/4 MILE TO RT. 153(PROVINCE LAKE RD) 6 MILES+- TO CONCORD LANE ON RIGHT. AT SHARP CORNER STAY LEFT. THOREAU TRAIL IS ON YOUR LEFT. HOUSE ON RIGHT.
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Map:80
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Latitude:43.620460067522430
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Longitude:-70.986701440475457
The Property
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Property Type:Single Family
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Property Class:Residential
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Seasonal:No
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Lot:55
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Lot Features:Lake Frontage, Lake View, Landscaped, Recreational, Sloping, Water View, Waterfront, Near Golf Course, Near Snowmobile Trails
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Lot SqFt:40,075 Sqft
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Lot Acres:0 Sqft
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Zoning:R2BL B
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Exterior Features:Building, Deck, Patio, Porch - Covered, Private Dock, Shed, Window Screens
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Suitable Use:Recreation, Residential
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Driveway:Gravel
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Road Frontage:Yes
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Road Frontage Length:112 Sqft
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Waterview:Yes
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Waterfront:Yes
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Waterfront Rights:Exclusively Owned
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Water Body Name:Balch Pond (AKA Balch Lake)
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Water Body Type:Lake
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Water Frontage Length:105 Sqft
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Water Restrictions:Unknown
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- No listing contact info available
Taxes
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Tax Year:2024
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Tax Rate:7.52
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Taxes TBD:No
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Tax - Gross Amount:$6,363
Beds
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Total Bedrooms:2
Baths
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Total Baths:3
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Three Quarter Baths:2
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Half Baths:1
The Listing
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Price Per SqFt:450.41
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Possession:At Closing
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Foreclosed/Bank-Owned/REO:No
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:Propane, Hot Air, In Floor, Monitor Type, Stove - Gas
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Cooling:Other
Utilities
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Utilities:Cable - Available, Gas - LP/Bottle
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Sewer:Leach Field - Existing, On-Site Septic Exists, Private
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Electric:200 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s), Generator
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Water Source:Drilled Well, On-Site Well Exists, Private
Appliances
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Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Stove - Electric, Water Heater - Electric
Schools
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Elementary School:Paul School
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Middle Or Junior School:Paul School
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High School:Spaulding High School
The Community
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Development / Subdivision:Walden At Balch Lake
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Planned Urban Development:No
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Association Amenities:Snow Removal
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Covenants:Yes
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Fee:400
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Fee Includes:Plowing
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Fee Frequency:Yearly
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Assessment Year:2024
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Assessment Amount:846200
Parking
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Garage:Yes
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Garage Capacity:2
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Parking:Auto Open, Driveway, Garage, On-Site, Parking Spaces 1 - 10, Unpaved, Detached
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$994,500
Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$5,325
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Taxes | $530 |
Insurance | $273 |
HOA fees | $33 |
Utilities | $419 See report |
Total | $6,580/mo.* |
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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5/30/25
May 30, 2025
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Listed / Active | PRIME_MLS | $994,500 |