Chester
“Rural Rockingham County with an easy Manchester commute”
$425K
Median home price
▲ 5.8% past year
About Chester
Chester occupies a quiet corner of central Rockingham County east of Auburn, offering genuine rural character at a 30-minute commute to Manchester. Scobie Pond is the recreational anchor, and the town's large lots and low density attract buyers seeking privacy and space. The school district is well-regarded, crime is very low, and the community has a strong agricultural and equestrian heritage. A reliable choice for buyers who want rural NH without sacrificing convenience.
Market Snapshot
20
Days on market
median
$248
Price / sq ft
$21.00
Property tax
per $1,000 assessed
4.0%
Rental yield
avg gross
Quality of Life
Commute Times
30 min
to Manchester
42 min
to Portsmouth
65 min
to Boston
Amenities & Lifestyle
Ski resort
Lake / ocean
Hiking trails
Major airport
Hospital
Seasons in Chester
Spring
Scobie Pond fishing season and Chester conservation trails
Summer
Pond swimming and rural community events
Fall
Rockingham County back-road foliage drives
Winter
Chester pond ice skating and snowshoeing
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