Little pockets of history and nature can be found throughout the Peterborough community. “Known as ‘Our Town,’ Peterborough is the basis of Thorton Wilder’s famous play; he was a resident at the McDowell Colony known nationally as a retreat for artists, writers and musicians,” says Janet McEwen, Associate Broker at Four Seasons Sotheby’s International Realty, with over 20 years of experience in the real estate industry and Monadnock Region resident. “Located in the heart of The Monadnock Region of southwestern New Hampshire, Peterborough is a ‘destination’ location.” The Contoocook River, which flows through the heart of town, pairs a unique contrast to the main street lineup of local businesses. Similarly, Edward MacDowell Lake which lies within Peterborough, boasts additional natural beauty in Peterborough and is a popular local fishing and kayaking spot. “People migrate here for the special quality of life, the relaxed pace and its beauty in all four seasons.”
Peterborough
Located in Hillsborough County
Depot Square businesses to Shaw’s
Along U.S. Route 202, locals have a wide selection of restaurants from which to choose. Depot Square houses the town’s creative and culinary talents, including Twin Elm Farm for antiques and Harlow’s Pub and Restaurant for bar food bites. For a classic breakfast, like syrup-covered pancakes, locals find themselves among the green and cream, checkered, tile floors in the historic Peterborough Diner lunch car. Across the street, serving Irish pub food and artfully poured Guinness, locals dine at Coopershill. In Depot Square, there is an assortment of locally owned businesses that people can walk to on the sidewalks, including Tria Yoga for classes and massage therapy or Knitty Gritty for yarn and crochet supplies. Roy’s Market is a convenient stop in this shopping area for everyday grocery items. To load their medicine cabinets and pantries, locals appreciate that Shaw’s and CVS Pharmacy are off the same exit on state Route 101.
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Peterborough Players and the arts
Taking time off the slopes and trails, residents enjoy attending multiple events in town and in neighboring towns. “The area offers music, the arts and numerous cultural activities,” McEwen says. “The Peterborough Players provides the venue for summer theater.”
Pond-side estates to townhouses
Along the drive across town, residents pass a variety of Dutch Colonial and Colonial Revival houses, some built as far back as 1800 and other houses as new as 2022. Townhouses are also built in Colonial Revival style in this neighborhood and hold a median price of $316,000. The yards where these homes and townhouses are located, consist of hilly and sloping terrain, so if residents do not have a sledding hill, then their neighbor or friends in town might. The price list range is $248,000 to $2.6 million. This range is mostly impacted by acreage and proximity to water pockets dispersed throughout the area, such as Cranberry Meadow Pond. A new three-bedroom home sitting on 19 acres by Cranberry Meadow Pond, costs $1.9 million dollars, while a three-bedroom home on less than half an acre, costs $245,000.
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Contoocook Valley teaches applied technology
Students may begin taking classes at Peterborough Elementary School, within the Contoocook Valley School District, starting in kindergarten. This elementary school earns a Grade of B-plus from Niche. Starting in fifth grade, students may begin at South Meadow School; Niche gives this middle school a B-minus grade. Similarly, Contoocook Valley Regional High School, where students may begin in ninth grade, also earns a Grade of B-minus from Niche. At the high school, students can take courses within the Region 14 Applied Technology Center, which boasts career readiness.
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Cunningham Pond and parks
Residents jump into summertime fun with a splash at Cunningham Pond. This swimming and boating destination is within the 99 acres of Cunningham Pond Conservation Area. Within the park, there are 1.5 miles of trails where locals walk with their dogs and appreciate the scenery with timber bridges guiding them over the water. At Miller State Park, residents are treated to additional examples of natural beauty, especially as the leaves change along the section of Wapack Trail contained within Miller State Park. To get the kids out of the house and to a playground or to challenge a friend in pickleball and tennis matches, residents drive to Adam's Park.
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Driving around the Monadnock Region
Whether traveling to the park or to Depot Square’s amenities, U.S. Route 202 and state Route 101 help guide residents to their destinations.
Written By
Lauren Melton
Photography Contributed By
Jeff Rainone
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Julie Dolliver
Julie Dolliver
Coldwell Banker Realty Nashua
(603) 819-4999
74 Total Sales
1 in Peterborough
$495,000 Price
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Jessica Marshall
Jessica Marshall
EXP Realty
(978) 925-3391
213 Total Sales
2 in Peterborough
$570K - $690K Price Range
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Lynette Aucoin
Lynette Aucoin
EXP Realty
(207) 501-3991
59 Total Sales
1 in Peterborough
$205,000 Price
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Karin Cannon
Karin Cannon
BHG Masiello Bedford
(888) 317-2356
118 Total Sales
1 in Peterborough
$515,000 Price
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Linda Gray
Linda Gray
Perfect Choice Properties, Inc.
(855) 591-1806
47 Total Sales
5 in Peterborough
$220K - $625K Price Range
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Phil Bates
Phil Bates
Responds QuicklyGalactic Realty Group LLC
(603) 691-2338
46 Total Sales
1 in Peterborough
$492,000 Price
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Peterborough Housing Trends
On average, homes in Peterborough, NH sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Peterborough, NH over the last 12 months is $449,097, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$454,000
Median Sale Price
$449,097
Median Single Family Sale Price
$555,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$418,305
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$332,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
92
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$284
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Months of Supply
2.10
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jul 1312 - 2pm
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,780 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,200 Sq Ft
- 30 Granite St
- Unit Floor 1
- Peterborough, NH
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
13°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
45''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
30
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11
/ 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.
