Downtown Manchester
Neighborhood in Manchester, New Hampshire
Hillsborough County 03101, 03102, 03104
Townhouses and condos along the Merrimack River and on busy city streets
Comprised mostly of multi-family buildings and condos, Downtown Manchester does not have a suburban atmosphere. There are a few single-family homes on the city's east side, where the more residential areas give way to suburbs, but many people choose to live among the bustle of city life. Townhouses in brick buildings from the early 1900s are quite large, with two floors and sometimes partially finished basement rooms and offices. Exposed brick walls and large kitchens can be very appealing, so buyers tend to pay around $450,000 for two-to-three bedrooms. Single-bedroom condos in buildings like those on Canal Street may have less space, but still enjoy that historic feel, and can date back to the 1890s. Though the prices are lower for these units, costing around $250,000, tenants often share laundry facilities with neighbors and do not have much in the way of yard or patio space. The occasional single-family home east of Pine Street includes detached rowhouses and worker’s cottages with tall, pointed roofs. They do not often have large yards or green spaces and can range in price from $300,000 to $500,000. The farther northeast a homebuyer goes, the more likely they are to find larger homes on green lawns near golf courses or small ponds.
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Riverside recreation, pocket parks and the Manchester City Library
Though Downtown Manchester is in the heart of a busy city, there are still green spaces, parks, riverfront views and the Southern New Hampshire University Arena. “It is a large event venue that hosts concerts and community events, along with the college’s games,” Zink says. Veteran’s Memorial Park is a popular spot among local dog owners and serves as an outdoor concert venue. Walkers and bikers can use the Piscataquog Trail, a 2-mile, paved path that passes over the Merrimack River on the Hands Across the Merrimack Footbridge. This lets residents from the west side of the river access downtown by bicycle or on foot. As for the eastern bank, Arms Park has a red-cobbled path right along the water’s edge. Other green spaces like Bronstein Park, Pulaski Park and Victory Park provide locals with natural spots to walk, sit on benches or view monuments to the past. Just next to Victory Park is the Manchester City Library branch on Pine Street, which is housed in a large, white brick building that was built in 1854. The institution has a second branch location across the river on Main Street.
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Manchester city public schools and programs
Beech Street Elementary School teaches kindergarten through fifth grade and has a student-teacher ratio of 11-to-1, which is much lower than the national average. Hillside Middle School is considered the most diverse public school in New Hampshire by Niche. Both schools are graded a C-minus on Niche. Manchester Central High School is the oldest public high school in New Hampshire and earns an overall B grade, giving students access to a variety of clubs and sports. It also hosts programs in fine arts, photography and computer graphics.
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Getting around in Downtown Manchester and commutes to Boston
Everett Turnpike, also known as Route 3, is the city’s major highway just west of the river. This is how drivers head 20 miles south to Nashua and beyond to Boston, about 62 miles south of Downtown Manchester. Commuters can also hop on Interstate 93 South and shave off about 10 miles and 20 minutes from their drive to Boston. Greyhound buses also connect Boston and Manchester, though the trip is longer. In the city, downtown residents are able to jump on a Manchester Transit Authority bus, to get to and from work, class, a night out or to Elliot Hospital, which is about 2 miles east of the river. Elm Street is a major landmark for most people navigating downtown, as it is the city’s central roadway that houses restaurants, plazas, parks and hotels.
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Bistros, bars and farm-to-table restaurants
On nearly every block in Downtown Manchester, there are dozens of restaurants, bars, boutiques and bistros. Firefly Bistro and Bar has a cozy, rustic atmosphere with comfort food like creamy pasta dishes and hot chowders. Its extensive brunch menu makes it a weekend hotspot, where diners can choose from things like lobster eggs benedict, biscuits and gravy or shrimp and grits. Fratello’s Italian Grille has deck seating overlooking the city, and The Foundry features farm-to-table meals and craft cocktails. Market Basket is nearby for convenient shopping in the heart of the city.
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The nearby campus of Southern New Hampshire University
Located north of the city is Southern New Hampshire University, which has a large campus along the river. Though most students study online, the campus hosts military and international students, as well as a few who prefer the college experience. Though this doesn’t create a college town atmosphere, the school’s impact on the area can still be felt at its arena on Elm Street.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jessica Marshall
Jessica Marshall
EXP Realty
(978) 925-3391
219 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Manchester
$250,000 Price
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Matthew Brownrigg
Matthew Brownrigg
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
(833) 774-1983
56 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Manchester
$621,166 Price
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Thea Knust
Thea Knust
Coldwell Banker Realty Nashua
(351) 208-2323
62 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Manchester
$696,301 Price
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Theresa Grella
Theresa Grella
EXP Realty
(603) 685-3499
98 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Manchester
$279,900 Price
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Kathy Snyder
Kathy Snyder
Monument Realty
(351) 208-1612
213 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Manchester
$264,900 Price
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Moe Archambault
Moe Archambault
Responds QuicklyMoe Marketing Realty Group
(833) 457-0076
395 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Manchester
$450,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Stark Landing On Merrimack River
Piscataquog Trail
Arms Park
Pulaski Park
Veterans Memorial Park
Victory Park
Merrimack River Park - South
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Downtown Manchester | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 8 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 8 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown Manchester Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Manchester, Manchester sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Manchester, Manchester over the last 12 months is $277,450, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$317,500
Median Sale Price
$277,450
Median Single Family Sale Price
$775,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$375,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$310
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
135
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1913
Months of Supply
4.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,798
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,411
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,452
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
769
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,028
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,083
Median Age
37
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$56,549
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$87,283
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.3%
College Graduates
43.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.1%
% Population in Labor Force
72.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
51''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
93
/ 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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