Northwest Manchester
Largest forest in the city
The neighborhood is anchored by the Manchester Cedar Swamp Preserve, a 640-acre forest and the largest conservation area in the city. The forest has nearly 2 miles of trails, including the universally accessible, ADA-compliant All Persons Trail. The preserve is a popular place to hike through the woods. Atlantic white cedar swamps, patches of rhododendrons and black gum trees line its forested walkways. Because it’s a wildlife habitat, however, dogs are not allowed.
Rustic or urban feel?
North of the preserve, in a tiny sliver of Manchester next to the Goffstown border, are upscale houses in cul-de-sac subdivisions with rolling front lawns underneath tall trees. The area south of the preserve feels more traditionally Manchester, with its saltboxes and Cape Cods on small lots sitting right next to each other. It’s residential, but it doesn’t have the suburban or rural feel exuded by the area closer to Goffstown. Home prices in Northwest Manchester can range from $173,000 to $845,000.Golfing and fishing
Golfers can practice their swings at the Intervale Country Club, a semi-private 9-hole golf club hugging the Merrimack River. Locals can apply for membership with a referral from a current member, or they can play the course during designated public hours. Locals fish at Blodget Park near the Merrimack and relax in the park’s open green space.Five pounds of poutine
Northwest Manchester is a residential area, but it’s also minutes away from stores and restaurants. Groceries and everyday essentials are available at the nearby Walmart Supercenter, and fishing gear is for sale next door at Bass Pro Shops. Locals eat breakfast at Canadian restaurant Chez Vachon, famous for its poutine challenge where diners have an hour to eat 5 pounds of cheese curd-topped fries smothered with gravy. Pizza and meatball subs are served inside leather booths at Hot Stone Pizzeria. Catholic Medical Center is the main Manchester hospital on the West Side. It’s about 10 minutes away from the Northwest.Public schools and community colleges
Kids in the Northwest can enroll in Manchester public schools. Some kids in the neighborhood attend Northwest Elementary School (rated C-minus by Niche), Middle School at Parkside (rated C-minus) and Manchester High School West (rated C). West High is the alma mater of comedian Seth Meyers and McDonald’s co-founders Maurice and Richard McDonald. Northwest also has Manchester Community College, a higher education institution for people with a high school diploma.
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Getting around New England
Interstate 293 runs north-south through the Northwest neighborhood. The highway connects with Interstate 93, directly linking Manchester to Boston. Most neighbors drive in the Northwest, although Manchester does operate a public bus system. The state capital of Concord is a 25-minute drive, and Boston is just under an hour away.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Johnna Brown
Johnna Brown
RE/MAX Realty One
(877) 793-9862
111 Total Sales
1 in Northwest Manchester
$430,000 Price
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Darcy Mantel
Darcy Mantel
Responds QuicklyBHHS Verani Concord
(877) 760-3659
78 Total Sales
1 in Northwest Manchester
$255,000 Price
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Rachel Moffitt
Rachel Moffitt
Realty One Group Next Level
(888) 623-0205
13 Total Sales
1 in Northwest Manchester
$265,000 Price
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Andy Clouse
Andy Clouse
BHHS Verani Upper Valley
(267) 550-5462
53 Total Sales
1 in Northwest Manchester
$340,000 Price
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Daniel Herbert
Daniel Herbert
BHHS Verani Bedford
(866) 823-3761
17 Total Sales
1 in Northwest Manchester
$450,000 Price
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Sharon Bean
Sharon Bean
EXP Realty
(877) 851-8553
188 Total Sales
1 in Northwest Manchester
$350,000 Price
Schools
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View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lafayette Park
Stark Park
Arms Park
Crystal Lake Park
Simpson Park
Black Brook Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Northwest Manchester | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Northwest Manchester Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northwest Manchester, Manchester sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Northwest Manchester, Manchester over the last 12 months is $408,203, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$525,000
Median Sale Price
$408,203
Median Single Family Sale Price
$525,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$354,945
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$227
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,930
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1981
Months of Supply
3.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,715
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,856
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,138
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
682
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,988
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 210am - 12pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,850 - $2,950 per month
- Hidden Oak Way
- 2-3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,320 Sq Ft
- 35 Hidden Oak Way
- Manchester, NH
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
9,894
Median Age
39
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,571
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,570
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.5%
College Graduates
40.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.5%
% Population in Labor Force
75.5%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
3
/ 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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