Southwest Nashua
Suburban Neighborhood in Nashua, New Hampshire
Hillsborough County 03062
An assortment of New England homes on Nashua's south side
There are a variety of midcentury styles in Southwest Nashua, including split and bi-levels, a few Cape Cods and classic ranch-style houses. It's common to see vinyl siding on two-story family homes with single or two-car garages, often with nice front lawns and maybe a private pool in the backyard. There are a few brick homes leftover from the 1960s and a few stone and wood homes that fit that retro, midcentury aesthetic. “Southern Nashua has a lot more 1950s to 1980s neighborhoods. There are some amazing homes down there, but they’re smaller with less land," Gorham says. “You might find a bit more affordable homes in this area, depending on the neighborhood, and you’re much closer to your neighbors." These midcentury homes may cost between $350,000 and $600,000, with a few that can run as high as $800,000 for more land and four or more bedrooms.Homes built after the 1990s follow more traditional and uniform designs. These catalogue-like houses have steep roofs, symmetrical window treatments and front porch columns. Most are found on the southern side of the neighborhood, where development has boomed in the last 20 years. These larger, updated homes can cost between $500,000 and $900,000, with a select few reaching up to - and over - that $1 million mark.
Golfers and those who appreciate the look of a manicured fairway can buy condos and villas alongside Sky Meadow Country Club. Costing between $500,000 and $900,000, the units can be either attached or detached from their neighbors. Many include private garages, with one to two floors and patios out back overlooking the golf course. Less expensive condos near the Everett Turnpike fetch between $200,000 and $375,000, and usually include two-bedroom apartment-style units in large buildings, with small patios or balconies and sometimes in-unit fireplaces.
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Miles of trails, plenty of parks and Sky Meadow Country Club
Sky Meadow Country Club has an 18-hole golf course and member amenities like a swimming pool, banquet hall and bar. “Most of the country clubs in the area are frequented by not just residents but by people all over. You’ll also see a lot of weddings here, too. They’re always beautifully upkept,” Gorham says.The Lovewell Pond Yudicky Farm Conservation Area is home to 5 miles of wooded trails, and dog owners can take their four-legged friends across the street to Nashua Dog Park, where they can get some off-leash exercise in the 3-acre enclosed field. “If you look at a map of New Hampshire, we have tons of conservation loops and rail trails, which is nice because people can park anywhere and bike as much as they want to,” Gorham says. The Nashua River Rail Trail is an 11-mile paved trail popular among local bikers and runners and is also accessible to horseback riders and rollerbladers.
Summertime sports leagues can be held at KirkPatrick Park, which features baseball diamonds, a basketball court, tennis courts, a soccer field and pickleball courts. Roby Park has a large playscape with swings and a jungle gym. During the warmer months, folks can play on the park's ball diamonds. In the winter, Roby Park's sledding hill and skating rink are very popular.
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Nashua Public School programs and achievements
Depending on their address, students can attend kindergarten through fifth grade at local elementary schools, such as New Searles Elementary School, which is rated an overall B on Niche, or Bicentennial Elementary School, graded a B-plus. McCarthy Middle School has undergone massive renovations in order to replace Elm Street Middle School. Its modern facilities and updated campus have made it a desirable location for study, though it is not yet rated on Niche. McCarthy Middle and Fairgrounds Middle School, which is graded a C-plus, both accommodate area sixth through eighth graders and offer dozens of extracurricular activities and clubs. Nashua High School South is graded an overall B-plus and offers its Nashua Technology Center, which has career pathway programs for automotive technology, video production and advertising, culinary arts and education.
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Scarecrow season and Nashua community events
Because it's nearer to the farming town of Hollis, Southwest Nashua benefits from the spooky fun of the harvest season. "It’s scarecrow season, so in Nashua and a lot of neighboring towns, you drive around, and you’ll see scarecrows all over," Gorham says. "Chester started it years and years ago. You can literally just drive around and see a bunch of displays. There are also fairs and festivals when the leaves change; it’s beautiful." In winter, folks can head up to Nashua's Main Street and join the 12 Bars of Christmas pub crawl. In the summer, Greeley Park on the city's north side hosts a summer concert series at its bandstand.Driving along Everett Turnpike or heading south to Boston
The Everett Turnpike, also known as Route 3, is Nashua's major highway. Drivers can take it 22 miles north to reach Manchester and to the Manchester-Boston Regional Airport. They can also head about 43 miles south to Boston and reach the city in about an hour and a half, depending on traffic, which can get congested. Commuters who work in Boston can also drive 18 miles south to Lowell, park their cars, and hop on the MBTA Commuter Rail to reach the city. Nashua Transit System bus lines run throughout the neighborhood, particularly on Harris Road.Craft brews, vegan-friendly dishes and Pheasant Lane Mall
Though most of Southwest Nashua is very residential, there are shopping and dining options nearby. Off of Main Dunstable Road are a few hole-in-the-wall sandwich shops, like Christopher’s Subs and Pizza and T.J.’s Deli and Catering. Over on Spit Brook Road is Pressed Cafe, a vegan-friendly soup and sandwich shop. Behind it, tucked into the commercial buildings on Innovative Way, is Spyglass Brewing. This brewery has craft stouts and IPAs, as well as a few food options like French fries, nachos and burgers. When it comes to major shopping trips, folks head east to Daniel Webster Highway to access Pheasant Lane Mall, which has over 100 stores. Nearby chains like Costco, Walmart and Lowe’s round out the roster for running errands.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Shannon Forsythe
Shannon Forsythe
Century 21 Your Way
(781) 661-5343
103 Total Sales
2 in Southwest Nashua
$425K - $510K Price Range
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Camille Craffey
Camille Craffey
Keller Williams Realty-Metropolitan
(603) 803-4945
44 Total Sales
1 in Southwest Nashua
$450,000 Price
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Darcy Mantel
Darcy Mantel
Responds QuicklyBHHS Verani Concord
(877) 760-3659
75 Total Sales
1 in Southwest Nashua
$551,000 Price
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Joe DiStefano
Joe DiStefano
Keller Williams Realty/Merrimack Valley
(781) 650-8659
68 Total Sales
1 in Southwest Nashua
$340,000 Price
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Donna Von Gunten
Donna Von Gunten
Maxfield Real Estate/Wolfeboro
(443) 432-2370
42 Total Sales
1 in Southwest Nashua
$550,000 Price
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Missy Fernald
Missy Fernald
REAL Broker NH, LLC
(978) 893-5728
77 Total Sales
3 in Southwest Nashua
$380K - $500K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Erion Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Nashua Dog Park
- Dog Park
- Events
Roby Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
- Parking Lot
David W. Deane Skateboard Park
- Skateboard
Lovewell Pond Yudicky Farm Conservation Area
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
Kirkpatrick Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Southwest Nashua | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Southwest Nashua Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southwest Nashua, Nashua sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Southwest Nashua, Nashua over the last 12 months is $559,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$549,900
Median Sale Price
$559,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$596,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$730,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$437,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
192
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$314
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,877
Number of Homes for Sale
22
Median Year Built
2010
Months of Supply
1.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,649
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,836
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,336
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
869
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,899
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 1510am - 12pm
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Sunday, Jun 1510am - 12pm
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Sunday, Jun 1510am - 12pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,185 - $2,730 per month
- Tara Heights Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 784+ Sq Ft
- 8 Digital Dr
- Nashua, NH
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
21,089
Median Age
42
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$110,436
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$134,301
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.6%
College Graduates
52.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
42''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
15
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11
/ 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
South End Nashua
A suburban neighborhood with connecting highways to Massachusetts
West Hollis
A semi-rural neighborhood with large suburban homes and outdoor recreation
Mine Falls Park
Tranquil green oasis 30 minutes from Manchester
Southeast Nashua
Residential homes and schools near Pheasant Lane Mall and the Nashua Country Club
Downtown Nashua
Downtown neighborhood close to retail and restaurants
North End Nashua
A small Gate City with a bustling Main Street, historic homes and several parks
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