Somersworth, the smallest city in New Hampshire, is located by the Salmon Falls River and is part of the Tri-City region. Somersworth was a mill town before it became a suburban community in more recent years. Today, the city has a population of 12,192 people, and many residents work in neighboring Rochester and Dover and at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. Those who have jobs in the city work for area big-box stores and manufacturing plants. “Somersworth is a border community to Maine,” says Michelle Mears, director of the city’s Planning & Community Development department. “It’s close to Seacoast New Hampshire, which is one of the fastest growing regions. There is also lots of commerce happening in the city; Velcro and ContiTech Thermopol are two of the larger manufacturers in Somersworth that provide access to many jobs.”
A diverse array of housing styles line the quaint streets within Somersworth.
Somersworth New Hampshire is directly across the river, giving residents plenty to do.
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From historic Victorian homes to new developments
Prospective buyers can select from a variety of single-family homes built from as early as the 1700s to the present day. Housing styles range from Colonial Revivals to ranch styles and Cape Cods, and the median home price is about $425,000. Area residences typically list from $100,000 to $500,000. Newer properties from the past several decades can fetch from $550,000 to over $700,000. Historic houses and multifamily properties are concentrated in the downtown area and along High Street. Some of the bigger homes from the Victorian era are found in The Hill, a historic district near downtown. Multiunit dwellings go from $350,000 to about $650,000, and townhouses are between $450,000 and $550,000.“Lots of homebuyers and young families are moving to the city,” Mears says. “Somersworth has diverse housing options; there is a large number of new single-family homes, duplexes and subdivisions developed over the last five years.”
Newer builds can be spotted in many corners of Somersworth on spacious lots with tons of space.
Dover Pointe's collection of Cape Cod houses embodies the classic New England style, offering a blend of coziness and practicality.
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Public and private school options in "The HIlltop City"
Somersworth School District serves over 1,300 students and has a C-plus Niche grade. The student-teacher ratio is 11-to-1, and the school system consists of two primary schools, one middle school and one high school. The district also has the Somersworth Career Technical Center, which provides high school students with career-focused classes in medicine, engineering, web design, technology and culinary arts. For private schooling, the K-12 Tri-City Christian Academy has two campuses in the city. Less than 10 miles south, Dover is home to some of the state’s best private and religious schools, including Portsmouth Christian Academy and St. Thomas Aquinas High School. Great Bay Community College’s Rochester campus is about 8 miles north.
Tri-City Christian Academy is a private religious school in Strafford County.
Somersworth High School is a public school in Strafford County that promotes creativity.
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Nine public parks dot city streets
Noble Pines Park is popular for its splash pad and playground. Willand Pond Park has a fishing pond and scenic trails, and residents can book tee times at The Oaks, which has a public 18-hole golf course. In addition, the city’s recreation department offers various youth sports leagues, summer camps and enrichment programs.
Nobile Pines Park in Somersworth has a large covered area to relax in during any time of year.
Willand Pond in Somersworth freezes over most winters and is a popular spot for ice fishing.
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Shops and restaurants in the historic downtown
Shops, eateries and businesses dot the city’s downtown area, and Somersworth Plaza is located along Main Street. Additional retailers and Tri-City Plaza, which is home to department and grocery stores, are located along New Hampshire Route 108, which turns into New Rochester Road in the city. Many big-box stores line High Street, which is one of Somersworth’s main thoroughfares.
A newer Hannaford serves the grocery needs of Dover Point and the surrounding area.
Grab a table with friends at Stratford Farms across from scenic Willand Pond in Somersworth.
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Active events organization looking to add more activities to the calendar
Somersworth Festival Association organizes several community events throughout the year, including a pumpkin festival for Halloween and seasonal craft fairs. These fairs take place three times a year and feature over 150 crafters and vendors in the region. The Somersworth International Children's Festival has been a tradition for over 40 years; it includes live performances, a fireworks show and children's games.
Proximity to state routes and interstates
Somersworth is accessible via several state highways, including New Hampshire Routes 108, 16 and 9, which connects to Maine State Route 9. Interstate 95 and New Hampshire Routes 202A and 125 are also nearby. Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation provides the city with bus service. Portsmouth International Airport services flights by Allegiant and Breeze, and Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, which is less than 50 miles away, offers more options. Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is about 5 miles south in Dover.
Crime data from recent years
According to data from the state government, in 2024, violent crimes have gone up 64 percent while property crimes have remained the same.
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