Downtown Concord
$422,202
Average Value
Main and Storrs streets separate locally owned stores from big-box shopping
Independent boutiques and dining options line Main Street, which gets steady foot traffic throughout the year. “Main was condensed from four to two lanes, making it more pedestrian friendly and providing more space for outdoor seating,” says Concord resident and Realtor Susan Roemer with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate’s Masiello Group. “It’s very well maintained with plenty of fabulous shops and restaurants.” Cuisines hail from all over the world, with spots such as Margaritas Mexican Restaurant, Dos Amigos and Slam Orchid Thai Bistro. Locals can enjoy a meal in the upstairs dining room of Beijing & Tokyo before heading downstairs to its lively lounge and bar for karaoke and happy hour specials. Parallel to Main, Storrs Street has the big-box shopping and chain restaurants. Market Basket, a liquor store and Marshall’s sit alongside banks and other services, while more options, like Shaw’s and Lowe’s are available just north off Interstate 93 at Fort Eddy Plaza.
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Events and activities in the new Sunflower City
As the heart of the city, Downtown Concord hosts most of the year-round activities and events. From musicals and comedy shows to orchestras and rock stars, the Capitol Center for the Arts serves as one of the largest venues in the state. Vendors gather downtown for the annual Market Days Festival on Main Street and the farmers market near the State House building. A newer tradition has begun in recent years, called the Sunflower Festival, where participants celebrate the bloom each August with music, food trucks and build-your-own bouquet stations. “Farmers leased land in a flood zone off the Merrimack for 10 years to hold this festival,” Roemer says. “They put in massive fields and acres of flowers, and local vendors sell products like sunflower oil. Concord may just become the Sunflower City.”
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Parks and recreation within a couple miles of the city
With the Merrimack River and its greenways just east of Interstate 93 and the downtown area, plenty of waterfront recreation is available. Downtown Concord also sits between White Park and Rollins Park, two major gathering spaces in the city. Anchored by a small pond with a fountain, White Park provides fields of grass, lining walking paths, as well as a playground and outdoor hockey rink. The park houses a rentable event space, the Merrimack Lodge, which hosts nature camps in the summer. About 1 mile away in the South End neighborhood, Rollins Park offers similar amenities, plus athletic facilities like baseball diamonds and tennis courts. A typical summer day in the park may consist of bands playing from the gazebo, open-air markets with dozens of vendors and kids swimming in the public pool.
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Highways, buses and airports near Downtown Concord
Main Street not only serves as the primary thoroughfare around the neighborhood, but it’s also a section of U.S. Route 3, which runs all the way to Boston, about 70 miles away. Interstate 93 is the largest highway nearby, along with Interstate 89. Concord Area Transit buses stop on Main, as well, for a public transportation option. While private flights can take off from Concord Municipal Airport, across the river, the closest commercial airport is 23 miles south at Manchester-Boston Regional.Public and private education near Downtown Concord
Christa McAuliffe School for kindergarten through fifth grade earns a B on Niche. Rundlett Middle scores a C-plus and will undergo a complete reconstruction in the coming years, but the community has not yet decided where this new campus will be. Concord High has a B-minus and offers over 50 athletic programs. Nearby private options include Bishop Brady High School, which earns a B-plus, and kindergarten through 12th graders can attend B-rated Trinity Christian School.
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Downtown Concord’s urban lofts and apartment options
Condos in large multifamily buildings and apartments atop storefronts comprise the majority of Downtown Concord’s housing market. Most residents opt to rent in this area, and former single-family homes dating back to the 19th century have been repurposed to house businesses. Real estate developers have transformed old churches into apartments, as well. Rent prices can start around $1,300 and reach about $4,000 for units right on Main Street. Potential buyers can expect to spend between $200,000 and $300,000 for smaller spaces, while large multi-use buildings can sell much higher, from $600,000 to over $1 million.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Shannon Casey
Shannon Casey
KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Meredith
(833) 565-0071
179 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Concord
$950K - $1.4M Price Range
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Rachel de Thomas
Rachel de Thomas
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker LIFESTYLES - Concord
(877) 760-2151
159 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Concord
$399,000 Price
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Ryan Russell
Ryan Russell
DUVALTEAM Real Estate
(833) 926-1508
59 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Concord
$145K - $465K Price Range
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Scott Walker
Scott Walker
Premiere Properties
(888) 622-8355
33 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Concord
$900K - $2.2M Price Range
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Joanne Chergey
Joanne Chergey
Century 21 Circa 72 Inc.
(877) 556-2069
56 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Concord
$465,000 Price
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Casey DeStefano
Casey DeStefano
Century 21 Circa 72 Inc.
(877) 689-6068
68 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Concord
$455,000 Price
Schools
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- K to 5th
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Parks in this Area
White Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Downtown Concord | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 8 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
7
Median Year Built
1900
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
990
Distribution of Home Values
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
467
Median Age
41
Population under 18
18.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,999
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,122
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.2%
College Graduates
24%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.6%
% Population in Labor Force
74.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
13°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
64''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
97
/ 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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South End
Nature-filled neighborhood south of downtown Concord
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