West Claremont
Neighborhood in Claremont, New Hampshire
Sullivan County 03743
Ranch-style and Cape Cod-style homes with 1-acre lots
Residential streets branch off New Hampshire Route 103, and homebuyers will find a variety of architectural styles in West Claremont. “You’ll see a mobile home and a modern home with acres of land on the same street. It’s a mixture of stuff,” Shibles says. There are several mobile home parks in West Claremont, and prices for manufactured homes range from $50,000 to $115,000. Rustic farmhouses date to the 1850s and feature wood-burning fireplaces or detached barns. Sprawling ranch-style and Cape Cod-style homes are standard, and most properties in West Claremont were built throughout the second half of the 20th century. Spacious lots average just over an acre, with some properties offering up to 10 acres of land. Some homes offer views of the Connecticut River or Sugar River, but there is a risk of flooding for properties that sit along the water. Single-family homes typically sell for around $150,000 to $335,000. West Claremont's overall CAP Index Crime Score is 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.Fishing and boating at Ashley Ferry Landing
With proximity to both the Connecticut River and the Sugar River, West Claremont offers several opportunities for fishing. On the western shore of the Connecticut River is Ashley Ferry Landing, which features a public boat launch managed by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. Less than 4 miles away is Moody Park, known for its expansive network of trails suitable for hikers, mountain bikers and cross-country skiers. “Moody Park is also a great spot for dogs. A lot of people walk their dogs up and down those trails,” Shibles says. The green space also has a playground and an 18-hole disc golf course. Next to Moody Park is the Claremont Country Club, a semi-private club with a 9-hole golf course. Residents can also head about 8 miles north to Mount Ascutney State Park, which features over 12 miles of hiking trails with scenic vistas of the Connecticut River Valley.Dual enrollment programs at Stevens High School
Students can attend school in the Claremont School District, which is also known as Standard Administrative Unit #6. SAU #6 earns a C-minus from Niche and has an average student-teacher ratio of 11-to-1. Kids may begin their education at Disnard Elementary School, which earns a C-minus from Niche. Claremont Middle School scores a C, while Stevens High School earns a C-minus. The high school partners with the Community College System of New Hampshire to offer several dual enrollment programs through which teens can earn college credit. Nearby private school options include the Claremont Christian Academy, which serves prekindergarten through 12th grade and earns a C from Niche. Residents also have access to several colleges in the upper Connecticut River Valley. The main campus of River Valley Community College is about 2 miles from West Claremont, while Dartmouth College and Colby-Sawyer College are less than 30 miles away.
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NASCAR races at Claremont Motorsports Park
West Claremont is home to the Claremont Motorsports Park, a 1/3-mile asphalt speedway that is part of the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series. The speedway also hosts the Claremont Motorsports Karting Series, an all-ages competition with organized races each Sunday throughout the summer.The Claremont Parks and Recreation Department hosts seasonal festivities in Broad Street Park, which is about 3 miles from West Claremont in the city center. Popular events include the Hallowesta Parade, which includes a costume contest with prizes for the winners. Throughout the summer, the green space hosts a concert series and the Claremont Farmers Market.
New Hampshire Route 103 provides access to I-91
New Hampshire Route 103 bisects West Claremont and leads about 3 miles west to Interstate 91, which runs parallel to the Connecticut River and is the primary north-south thoroughfare in the region. Residents are about 2 miles from Claremont Station, which is the only Amtrak station in western New Hampshire. Amtrak’s Vermonter line provides daily train services to Claremont on its way from St. Albans, Vermont, to Washington, D.C. The Claremont Municipal Airport is about a 2-mile drive away and offers general aviation services, while Lebanon Municipal Airport is about 23 miles away via I-91. Residents are less than 3 miles from Valley Regional Hospital, which offers 24/7 emergency care and is part of the Dartmouth Health system.Local farmstands and proximity to downtown Claremont
Sullivan County boasts nearly 40,000 acres of farmland, and residents can shop at several farm-fresh markets around West Claremont. “There are a couple of farms around here. People are raising chickens and selling homemade ice cream, that kind of thing,” says Dakin Burdick, president of the Claremont Historical Society. In the Garden Greenhouses sells perennials and homegrown produce, while the farmstand at Winter Street Farm is stocked with seasonal produce, eggs and honey. Tucked between the Sugar River and New Hampshire Route 103 is Wade’s Place, a window-serve spot that’s been selling ice cream for over 20 years.New Hampshire Route 103—locally known as Main Street—leads about 3 miles east to Claremont’s city center. Also known as downtown Claremont, the city center is anchored by a rotary-style town square lined by local shops and restaurants. The shelves at Violet’s Book Exchange are filled with new and used books, while Ramunto’s Brick Oven Pizza is known for its New York-style pies and Italian specialties. On the southern bank of the Sugar River, the Monadnock Mills is a historic mill complex that’s been converted into an innovative multi-use development. The Common Man Restaurant occupies one of the former textile mills and serves up American classics. Chain retailers line Washington Street, about 3 miles from West Claremont. Residents can run errands at Walmart, Home Depot and Hannaford, just one of several supermarkets along Washington Street.
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Historic houses of worship along Old Church Road
Old Church Road winds through the heart of West Claremont. As its name suggests, the road is lined by several historic houses of worship, including Old St. Mary Church and Union Episcopal Church. Old St. Mary Church dates to 1823 and is the first Roman Catholic Church in New Hampshire. Just across the street, Union Episcopal Church dates to 1773 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the oldest surviving Episcopal church building in the state. Union Episcopal Church is now home to the West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts, a local non-profit organization that hosts theatrical productions and educational programming for all ages.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Alan Croteau
Alan Croteau
Responds QuicklyReal Property Options
(844) 615-2313
48 Total Sales
1 in West Claremont
$268,000 Price
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Ross Doody
Ross Doody
Century 21 Highview Realty
(802) 810-8077
175 Total Sales
13 in West Claremont
$38K - $475K Price Range
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Thomas Colban
Thomas Colban
Responds QuicklyBHG Masiello Dover
(207) 705-0553
11 Total Sales
1 in West Claremont
$60,000 Price
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Janet Gillis
Janet Gillis
Responds QuicklyTown and Country Realty Massachusetts
(339) 220-2982
50 Total Sales
1 in West Claremont
$155,000 Price
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Jessica Dolan
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Jessica Dolan
Responds QuicklyDolan Real Estate
(802) 526-6750
211 Total Sales
1 in West Claremont
$310,000 Price
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Packy Campbell
Packy Campbell
Responds QuicklyRSA Realty, LLC
(888) 308-3597
49 Total Sales
1 in West Claremont
$75,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Moody Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Claremont | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Claremont Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Claremont, Claremont sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in West Claremont, Claremont over the last 12 months is $275,950, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$289,900
Median Sale Price
$275,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$279,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$217
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
476
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1957
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,488
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
25,482
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,804
Median Age
47
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
20.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$48,642
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,613
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.2%
College Graduates
20.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.3%
% Population in Labor Force
54.4%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
9
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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