Why Live in Straw-Smyth
Straw-Smyth in Manchester is a diverse neighborhood featuring a mix of home styles, including split-level, minimal traditional, Colonial Revival, Foursquare, and saltbox. Homes are generally tall and deep, with small lawns and tree patches. The area is bordered by Interstate 93, with townhouses and condos located nearby. Derryfield Park, a 76-acre green space with a gazebo and play equipment, offers ample opportunities for picnics and walks, while Weston Tower provides a spot for stargazing and sunset views. Wagner Park, near the Currier Museum of Art, features a Greek-style temple surrounded by flowers. Local dining options include Mr. Mac’s Macaroni and Cheese, Shorty’s Mexican Roadhouse, and the Bearded Baking Co., which serves breakfast and lunch sandwiches along with pastries. Groceries can be found at Hannaford, 2 miles away, and Market Basket, 3 miles away. The McIntyre Ski Area offers winter sports and a restaurant with live music events. The neighborhood is serviced by the Manchester Transit Authority, with bus stops along Union Street and Bridge Street, and is bordered by U.S. Route 3 and Interstate 93. The Manchester-Boston Regional Airport is 8 miles away. The Manchester School District serves the area, with schools receiving average ratings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Straw-Smyth a good place to live?
Straw-Smyth is a good place to live. Straw-Smyth is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Straw-Smyth is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Straw-Smyth has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.0 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $98,269 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 44.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Straw-Smyth are home owners, with 49.5% of residents renting and 50.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Straw-Smyth can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
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Is Straw-Smyth, NH a safe neighborhood?
Straw-Smyth, NH is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Straw-Smyth?
The median home price in Straw-Smyth is $372,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $74,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,930 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $83K a year to afford the median home price in Straw-Smyth. The average household income in Straw-Smyth is $98K.
What are the best public schools in Straw-Smyth?
The best public schools that serve Straw-Smyth are:
What are the best private schools in Straw-Smyth?
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Are home prices dropping in Straw-Smyth?
Yes, home prices in Straw-Smyth are down 20% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Straw-Smyth, NH
On average, homes in Straw-Smyth, Manchester sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Straw-Smyth, Manchester over the last 12 months is $328,000, down 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$328,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$330,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$489,990
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$300,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$197
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
57
Median List Price
$372,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-25%