Charlestown
“Fort at No. 4 and Connecticut River colonial history”
$198K
Median home price
▲ 4.5% past year
About Charlestown
Charlestown is one of the oldest towns in New Hampshire, anchored by the reconstructed Fort at No. 4 — the northernmost English settlement in colonial America and site of significant frontier history. The Connecticut River provides fishing and boating access, and the downtown has a compact, intact commercial character. Home prices are among the most affordable in the Upper Valley, attracting buyers who want the region's natural amenities without Hanover-area pricing. High property taxes relative to values require careful budgeting.
Market Snapshot
30
Days on market
median
$145
Price / sq ft
$26.50
Property tax
per $1,000 assessed
6.8%
Rental yield
avg gross
Quality of Life
Commute Times
45 min
to Keene
102 min
to Manchester
150 min
to Boston
Amenities & Lifestyle
Ski resort
Lake / ocean
Hiking trails
Major airport
Regional airport
Dillant-Hopkins Airport
Hospital
Downtown area
Seasons in Charlestown
Spring
Connecticut River fishing season and Fort at No. 4 programming opens
Summer
Connecticut River recreation and historical reenactments at Fort No. 4
Fall
Connecticut River Valley foliage and harvest season
Winter
Snowmobile trail access and Upper Valley winter quiet
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