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Lakefront Homes in Salem NH

May 18, 2010

Salem New Hampshire is rich in lakes and ponds, the total water surface area amounts to 1,029 acres. By far the largest lake is Canobie Lake with 373 acres, unfortunately swimming is prohibited since it is part of Salem’s water supply. Arlington Pond comes in second at 320 acres of water surface, and on this lake all recreational use is allowed.

Lake / Pond Name Size in Acres Surface Elevation
Arlington Mills Res. (Wheeler Dam) 320 162.5
Canobie Lake 373.4 219.91
Captain Pond 90.3 156
Hawkins Pond (Dug Pond) 17.3 117
Millville Lake 54 136
Shadow Lake (Hitytidy Pond) 35 159
Taylor Reservoir 12
Wilson Pond Dug Pond 32
World End Pond 95.2 114

The bigger lakes are surrounded by treasured waterfront properties, most are year round residences but less expensive seasonal homes are popular as well, due to their low upkeep cost.
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    108 HOOKER FARM ROAD

    Salem, NH 03079

    $1,000,000

    • 4
    • 4
    • 7456
    • Active
    • 2833369
    Heaven on Earth? Spectacular 100ft Waterfront on Captain’s Pond in prestigious Captain’s Village! Capture your dream in this 7400sa ft property. Great…

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    Listing courtesy of Linda Roberts Realty
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    15 Stone Post Road

    Salem, NH 03079

    $664,900

    • 5
    • 5
    • 5314
    • Active
    • 2819466
    Priced to sell!! Open concept, sun-drenched contemporary w/lots of glass, elec skylights, hydronic heating system, unique granite dock, exercise rm/re…

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    Listing courtesy of Real Estate Results
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    15 Hawkins Pond Ln

    Salem, NH 03079

    $599,900

    • 2
    • 3
    • 4065
    • Active
    • 2827826
    -Come live at Hawkins Glen. Lovely and well-appointed luxury detached home with two car attached garage. Lushly landscaped with private patio. Relax o…

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    Listing courtesy of Prudential Verani Salem
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    49 Hawkins Glen Drive

    Salem, NH 03079

    $599,900

    • 3
    • 3
    • 3049
    • Active
    • 2824809
    Location, Price & Style! Waterfront home has panoramic views. What could be better than waking up every day to see Mother Nature at her best. Dramatic…

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    Listing courtesy of Century 21 McLennan and Company
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    31 Blake Rd.

    Salem, NH 03079

    $479,900

    • 5
    • 3
    • 3028
    • Active
    • 2825818
    VIEWS, VIEWS, and more GORGEOUS VIEWS of ARLINGTON POND from all 3 flrs. of this LAKE FRONT home. 1st flr boasts 3BRs, LR w/FPL, DR, Kit,& HW Flrs. L…

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    Listing courtesy of BHG Masiello Windham
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    324 North Main

    Salem, NH 03079

    $349,900

    • 4
    • 2
    • 2989
    • Active
    • 2793164
    Harkening back to a simpler era! Present owners have treated this 1730′s/1840′s Duston home with the utmost respect due it’s history. It is superbly s…

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    Listing courtesy of Prudential Howe and Doherty Realtors
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    31 COVE RD

    Salem, NH 03079

    $649,900

    • 3
    • 3
    • 2862
    • Active
    • 2795727
    RARE OPPORTUNITY! ARLINGTON POND, PRIVATE WATERFRONT LOT WITH 162FT OF GRANITE BOUND SHORELINE WITH PRIVATE DOCK! SPACIOUS, UPGRADED CONTEMPORARY WITH…

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    Listing courtesy of Linda Roberts Realty
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    15 Captains Road

    Salem, NH 03079

    $524,900

    • 3
    • 3
    • 2184
    • Active
    • 2816075
    Enjoy Swimming, Fishing & Boating Out Your Front Door. This Tudor Style Home has 3 Bedrms, 2400 SqFt & Sits on 1 of So. NH’s Most Picturesque Ponds. W…

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    Listing courtesy of Prudential Verani Londonderry
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    25 Woodmeadow Drive

    Salem, NH 03079

    $469,000

    • 3
    • 3
    • 2154
    • Active
    • 2824961
    Hidden Gem!! Magnificent Lot!! Serene Waterfront with lots of privacy in cul-de-sac neighborhood. Large OPEN SPACE lot across street. Brick front S…

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    Listing courtesy of Berges Real Estate
  • Featured picture for the property 2812392

    19 Blake Road

    Salem, NH 03079

    $455,500

    • 2
    • 2
    • 2040
    • Active
    • 2812392
    ARLINGTON POND Year Round Renovated Ranch, private waterfront lot w/100 ft.shoreline. Renovations in 2000 included walls,wiring,plumbing,kitchen, bath…

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