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Mont Vernon

Mont Vernon

$707,987 Average Value
$309 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Expansive woodlands and large lots just north of Milford

Just about 20 miles from downtown Manchester lies the small rural town of Mont Vernon, where residents have the benefits of country living and proximity to urban amenities. The oldest parts of the community date back to the 1700s, and historic Colonial Revivals and ranch-style homes rest on large lots under the shade of towering trees. Houses are situated along quiet country roads that lead to neighboring communities like Amherst, Milford and Manchester. Shopping and dining options aren't far from home. “It’s a place to escape the city,” says Rebecca Schwarz, an administrator with Mont Vernon Town Hall who has lived in the community for over seven years. “It is just close enough to the recreation in nearby cities and just far enough away where you get peace and quiet.”

Union Coffee Company in Milford serves coffee and pastries near Mont Vernon.
Union Coffee Company in Milford serves coffee and pastries near Mont Vernon.
Mont Vernon is a quiet town with wooded scenery and rural homes.
Mont Vernon is a quiet town with wooded scenery and rural homes.
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Mont Vernon hiking trails

Residents of Mont Vernon have a number of ways to access nature. Less than 2 miles from the town square is Purgatory Falls, a walking trail that runs alongside the water and is easily trekked. Lamson Farm is home to additional trails and to the oldest property in town, a farmhouse constructed in 1760. The farm is also the location of multiple annual events, including the vintage baseball game at the Doc Adams Birthplace Classic. Traveling athletes dress up in historical baseball uniforms to honor Doc Adams, one of the sport's earliest players who was born here. The Mont Vernon Historical Society Museum is in the town hall and has artifacts and tales of the town’s past.

Nature trails and wooded scenery are common in Mont Vernon.
Nature trails and wooded scenery are common in Mont Vernon.
Lions Park at Hartsford Pond provides recreation in Mont Vernon.
Lions Park at Hartsford Pond provides recreation in Mont Vernon.
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Renovated New Hampshire ranch styles and Colonial Revivals

Homes in Mont Vernon typically range from 1500 to 2500 square feet and are often on lots between 2 and 5 acres. Common styles include Colonial Revival, ranch style and Cape Cod. Some homes were built in the 1800s and have been renovated, and others were constructed as recently as the 2010s. Home prices often range between $400,000 and $800,000, and land can run from $100,000 to $300,000. The town has a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, which is much lower than the national average of 4 out of 10.

Mont Vernon offers homes on large wooded lots.
Mont Vernon offers homes on large wooded lots.
New ranch-style homes are available in Mont Vernon.
New ranch-style homes are available in Mont Vernon.
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High-ranking New Hampshire schools

Students in town can start their education at Mont Vernon Village School, which receives an A rating on Niche and serves 200 children. The school was also ranked as the best public elementary school in the greater Manchester area, according to Niche. Amherst Middle School earns an A-minus rating and Souhegan High School also scores an A-minus.

Mont Vernon Village School serves local elementary students.
Mont Vernon Village School serves local elementary students.
Amherst Middle School serves students from Mont Vernon.
Amherst Middle School serves students from Mont Vernon.
Souhegan High School serves Mont Vernon and nearby towns.
Souhegan High School serves Mont Vernon and nearby towns.
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Country roads to New Hampshire interstates

State Route 13 and Route 101 are the major roads for the community, allowing for access to Amherst and Manchester, as well as to highways and interstates. “It’s just not like the sprawl in the south. You are able to reach most destinations within an hour, from Boston to Maine and even the beach,” Schwarz says. The Manchester-Boston Regional Airport is 17 miles to the northeast in Manchester, and the Catholic Medical Center is 16 miles away along the Merrimack River.

Dining and bars in The Oval

Due to Mont Vernon's small size and rural atmosphere, residents often have to hop in the car for dining and shopping options. Four miles to the south is the Milford Oval, where a number of bars and restaurants surround a local park, creating a walkable downtown area. “Lots of people end up heading towards The Oval for restaurants and bars,” Schwarz says. Dining in the Oval can take many forms, from fresh pizza and happy hour deals at Brickyard Restaurant and Brewery, to seasonal cocktails and gastropub fare at Bar One. Residents can shop at the Mont Vernon General Store in the center of town, and larger stores like Target and Market Basket are 13 miles away in Amherst.

Greenleaf in Milford offers farm-to-table dining near Mont Vernon.
Greenleaf in Milford offers farm-to-table dining near Mont Vernon.
Bar One in Milford offers craft beer and gastropub fare near Mont Vernon.
Bar One in Milford offers craft beer and gastropub fare near Mont Vernon.
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Events on the green in Mont Vernon

Mont Vernon hosts several events throughout the year, including a Spring Gala. Each May, residents gather in the center of town for sporting events and races, pie-eating contests and marching bands “There are a lot of those classic festival activities,” Schwarz says. “You get to get out and have fun after being stuck inside all winter.” Lamson Farm Day is another popular event in September, where historical societies and organizations come together with a day full of horse rides, barbeques and reenactments of life in the 1700s. The town also has several smaller events throughout the year, including a summer concert series and weekly movie nights on the green just across from the fire station.

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Mont Vernon Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$632,500
Median Sale Price
$650,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$675,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$596,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$309

Area Facts

Number of Homes
471
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1992
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,625
Significantly above the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,203
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,373
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
65,340

Homes for Sale

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Weather

Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
31''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

11 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

7 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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