5 Black Birch Drive in Amherst, New Hampshire closed at $2,750,000 on May 7, 2026, and it is easy to see why this extraordinary Craftsman estate commanded its full asking price. Nestled on 5.79 private, wooded acres at the end of a quiet dead end road in one of Hillsborough County’s most coveted towns, 5 Black Birch is the kind of property that rarely comes to market and moves quietly when it does. This was an exclusive off market transaction with zero days on the open MLS.
Property Overview
This Arts and Crafts masterpiece delivers 7,895 square feet of total finished living space across three and a half stories, including a fully finished walkout lower level filled with natural light. Built in 2000 with enduring cedar shake and shingle exterior construction, every detail of this home reflects quality and craftsmanship.
- 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms (2 full, 3 three quarter, 1 half)
- 6,467 sq ft above grade plus 1,428 sq ft finished walkout lower level
- 5.79 wooded, landscaped acres with long views and rolling terrain
- Cedar shake and shingle exterior with spray foam insulation throughout
- 3 car garage with circular paved driveway
- Geothermal heating, radiant in floor heat, multi zone forced air, gas fireplace and wood stove
- Central AC, multi zone cooling
- Full walkout basement, climate controlled, daylight, with exterior and interior access
- Private drilled well and private septic
- Standby generator
The Listing Team
This transaction was handled by Gina Aselin of EXP Realty, who represented both the seller and the buyer in a dual representation arrangement. The property was never listed on the open MLS, going under contract in late February 2026 and closing in full on May 7, 2026. The buyer secured financing through a conventional loan, with an in person appraisal completed by Richard Rockwell.
What This Sale Tells Us About the Amherst NH Market
A $2,750,000 sale at full asking price, completed entirely off market, is a powerful signal. Amherst remains one of Southern NH’s most prestigious addresses, and at the luxury tier, the strongest properties are being absorbed before they ever hit a public listing platform. Buyers who wait to see a home on Zillow are already too late.
This is why local relationships and market access matter so much in Southern NH right now. Whether you are thinking about selling a high value property or looking to buy in Amherst, Hollis, Mont Vernon, or the greater Hillsborough County area, connect with The Hoover Home Team today. We operate where deals get done, not just where they get announced.
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