Highlands
Suburban Neighborhood in Manchester, New Hampshire
Hillsborough County 03103
Condos and Houses along Calef Road
Many homes here have Cape Cod-inspired designs, along with some ranch styles and split-levels. Many are situated on half-acre lots and were constructed between the 1950s and the 1970s. Many houses have views of the countryside from the front or back porch, and some are within sight of the Merrimack River, which can drive up the price. Single-family homes here tend to run from $250,000 to $500,000. Several condos and apartments are located along Calef Road. Prices for these can range from $150,000 to $210,000.
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Disc golf, trails and playsets along the Merrimack River
There are several parks in and around the Highlands community. Barbara Shaw Park is close to many homes and offers a baseball diamond and a playset for families to enjoy. Smaller parks can be found in the center of the community, with Sullivan Family Park offering another playground and a small walking path. Hollows Disc Golf Course is behind the Pine Grove Cemetery and has two different courses that wind through rolling hills and towering trees. Hikers and bikers can use the Londonderry Rail Trail that borders the neighborhood to the east, which is part of a larger expanse of paved trails for both exercise and commuting. “The trail is popular among runners and bikers,” says Barna. “And it connects with other rail trails, which is nice for those looking to trek longer distances.”
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Public and private Manchester schools
Students can start their education at Highland-Goffes Falls School, which earns a C-minus rating on Niche, before continuing to Southside Middle School, which also scores a C-minus. The final stop for many students is the C-plus-rated Manchester Memorial High School, home of the Crusaders, which is well known for its athletics program, especially its hockey team. The Highland community is also home to the Mount Zion Christian School, a private Kindergarten through 12th-grade school that earns a B-plus rating and is ranked as one of the top three private K-12 schools in the Manchester area by Niche.
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Comicon and cultural festivals
Residents of Highlands are just a hop, skip and a jump from annual festivals and conventions. One of the largest events downtown is the Granite State Comicon, which takes place on the third weekend of September and is full of cosplayers, vendors and artists from around the world. Recent guests include Kevin Eastman, one of the co-creators of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The city also hosts the We Are One Festival in August, a combination of Latino and African cultural festivals in one massive celebration with demonstrations, music and food throughout the whole day in Veterans Memorial Park.
Convenient Manchester roads and sidewalks
Highland’s commuting access is one of the major reasons for the neighborhood's growth. Calef Road and Beech Street are the main residential thoroughfares for cars and the Manchester Transit Authority buses, connecting residents to the Manchester-Boston Regional Airport to the south and downtown Manchester to the north. Interstate 293 roars along the southern end of the neighborhood, allowing for travel to the shopping and dining options all around Manchester. Daily steps and walks downtown are also easy, with almost every street in the community lined with sidewalks. The Catholic Medical Center is 5 miles away in downtown Manchester.Retro and barbeque bites
Dining and shopping options can be found just outside the neighborhood, with one of the more famous spots being the Airport Diner. This 50’s style eatery has a number of diner classics, from jukeboxes playing old hits to freshly made pies and a number of sandwiches. The restaurant’s placement next to a hotel, along with its proximity to the airport, makes it popular with tourists and locals. Residents can also dine inside or out on the patio at KC's Rib Shack. Hannaford and Aldi are nearby grocery stores.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Michelle Gannon
Michelle Gannon
Coldwell Banker Classic Realty
(877) 760-2903
187 Total Sales
4 in Highlands
$325K - $460K Price Range
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Peter Beauchemin
Peter Beauchemin
Realty One Group Next Level
(888) 987-2344
105 Total Sales
5 in Highlands
$133K - $342K Price Range
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Karin Cannon
Karin Cannon
BHG Masiello Bedford
(888) 317-2356
117 Total Sales
1 in Highlands
$325,000 Price
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Kathy Perdue
Kathy Perdue
RE/MAX Synergy
(603) 288-1401
85 Total Sales
3 in Highlands
$407K - $450K Price Range
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Joe Daigle
Joe Daigle
Joe Daigle Realty, LLC
(833) 557-2512
47 Total Sales
1 in Highlands
$158,000 Price
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Josh Naughton Team
Josh Naughton Team
RE/MAX Innovative Properties
(351) 333-4742
173 Total Sales
1 in Highlands
$335,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Wolfs Park
Barbara Shaw Park
Precourt Park
Saint Anthony Park
Sullivan Family Park
Smiths Ferry Heritage Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Highlands | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Highlands Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Highlands, Manchester sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Highlands, Manchester over the last 12 months is $400,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$390,000
Median Sale Price
$400,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$406,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$350,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
53
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$307
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,465
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1964
Months of Supply
0.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,413
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,295
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,024
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
624
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 1510am - 12pm
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 Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,522
Median Age
38
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$67,392
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,385
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
20.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.7%
% Population in Labor Force
70.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
51''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
21
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
28
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Bakersville
Merrimack River community with city excitement two miles away
Kalivas-Union
Prominent attractions and proximity to downtown Manchester
Piscataquog
A riverside community with local businesses and fast access to downtown Manchester
Somerville
Centrally-located residential neighborhood of Cape Cods and three-deckers
Southside
Shopping centers and residential neighborhoods south of Manchester
Wolfe Park
Commercial businesses on Second Street, Wolfe Park sports and mid-century homes
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