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Under $75K Thursday~ c.1966 A-Frame Home For Sale in Orford, NH $69K

Posted on December 17, 2020December 16, 2020 by [email protected]

21 Sunday Mountain Development Rd, Orford, NH, 03777 $69,000

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Built in 1966, this is a unique a-frame home for sale on 1.6 wooded acres. This style home was a trendy design popular from the 1950s through the 1970s. The sloping roof extends all the way down to the ground. This bold design was considered a great choice for vacation homes, because it was suitable for many different types of terrains. The design lost popularity as its inherent problems, namely heat loss, unused space and lack of natural lighting, became apparent. Still, the a-frame is considered a cultural icon, and we can see the style incorporated in restaurants and other commercial buildings.

3bed
1bath
1,620sqft
1.6acre lot
Year Built 1966
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Presented by: JoAnn Riemer (603) 795-4816
Brokered by: Martha E. Diebold Real Estate (603) 795-4816

REALTOR COMMENTS

This a-frame home for sale features 1.6 acres of land on a corner lot. Private road. Large family room, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, den, office, exercise/utility room. 1 car detached garage. 3 woodstoves. Property needs rehab. This is a Short Sale and being sold AS IS .

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