Why Live in Piscataquog
Piscataquog, a neighborhood in Manchester, features a mix of single-family homes and condominium units, making it a more affordable option compared to downtown Manchester. The single-family homes are primarily pointed Workers Cottages with small yards and modest two-story floorplans. The Bass Island Estates community offers apartment-style condos, which are relatively affordable and cater to those looking for one or two-bedroom units. Multi-family properties, including duplexes and larger buildings, are also available for investors. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, providing a sense of security for residents.
Local amenities include Sweeney Park, which has an open field, playground, and basketball court, and the Piscataquog River Park Bike Path, which connects to the city via the Hands Across the Merrimack Footbridge. Manchester Dog Park on Bass Island offers a 10,000-square-foot enclosed area for off-leash exercise, while Bass Island Park provides shaded strolls and water access for canoeing or kayaking. Dining options on South Main Street include Classic Biryani Kabab and Curry for Indian cuisine and Giorgio’s Ristorante & Bar for Greek and Italian fusion dishes. Market Basket is conveniently located across the river for grocery needs.
Downtown Manchester is just a 1-mile drive away, offering access to bars, restaurants, parks, sports stadiums, and Yankee Lanes bowling. Manchester-Boston Regional Airport is about 6 miles south, facilitating travel. The nearest hospitals are Catholic Medical Center, less than 1 mile north, and Elliot Hospital, about 2 miles east. The neighborhood falls within the Manchester School District, with schools rated overall as average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Piscataquog a good place to live?
Piscataquog is a good place to live. Piscataquog is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable. Piscataquog is a suburban neighborhood. Piscataquog has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 16.5 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $62,391 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 15.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Piscataquog are renters, with 78.9% of residents renting and 21.1% of residents owning their home. A
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Is Piscataquog, NH a safe neighborhood?
Piscataquog, NH is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Piscataquog?
The median home price in Piscataquog is $275,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $55,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,360 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $58K a year to afford the median home price in Piscataquog. The average household income in Piscataquog is $62K.
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Home Trends in Piscataquog, NH
On average, homes in Piscataquog, Manchester sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Piscataquog, Manchester over the last 12 months is $290,000, up 65% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$290,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$385,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$187,500
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$153,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$266
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Median List Price
$275,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
65%