The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 03045 sells for about $536,548, or $258 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 15 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,486 a month.
ZIP 03045 — Goffstown
The housing market in 03045 remains competitive, characterized by low inventory and steady price appreciation. High demand from commuters and families, coupled with limited supply, continues to drive a seller-favorable environment.
This area is ideal for family buyers and commuters seeking a suburban environment with easy access to Manchester's employment and retail hubs.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 15 days on market with 2.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
19% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.6% · poverty 5.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 03045, Merrimack County NH
Crime rates in the area remain low relative to the broader Manchester metropolitan region, with property crime being the primary concern.
The area is served by well-regarded public school systems that consistently meet state performance benchmarks.
The region faces moderate risks from seasonal flooding near the Merrimack River and standard New England winter weather hazards.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Manchester-Concord corridor, with ongoing commercial development along the NH 3A and I-93 transit axes.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level based on local mill rates, with no state-level income tax on wages, though interest and dividends are subject to state taxation.
Residents primarily commute via I-93 and NH 3A, providing direct access to the Manchester employment core in approximately 15-20 minutes.
The area features extensive access to the Merrimack River for boating and fishing, alongside local parks and proximity to major shopping districts in Manchester.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and steady demand, driven by the area's appeal to commuters working in Manchester.
The local economy is anchored by retail, light manufacturing, and professional services, benefiting from its strategic location between Manchester and Concord.
The area is served by I-93 and NH 3A, which act as the primary transit corridors for regional commuting.
Development is focused on mixed-use commercial expansion along the main highway corridors.
Parcels are subject to municipal property taxes and local school district levies.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional risks associated with severe winter storms and flood zones.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Mel's Funway Park4.210.5 mi
- Nova Trampoline Park4.319.1 mi
- Dave & Buster's Manchester4.27.3 mi
- Spooky World Presents Nightmare New England410.5 mi
- Cowabunga's Indoor Kids Play & Party Center - Manchester4.57.6 mi
- Pats Peak Ski Area4.616 mi
- SNHU Arena4.45 mi
- Deerfield Fair4.516.1 mi
- Gate City Casino4.319.9 mi
- Crotched Mountain Ski and Ride4.316.7 mi
- Apple Cinemas Hooksett IMAX4.25.7 mi
- McIntyre Ski Area4.55.5 mi
- Revo Casino and Social House4.37.1 mi
- Bear Brook State Park4.611.3 mi
- Chunky's Cinema Pub4.17.6 mi
- Currier Museum of Art4.75 mi
- McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center4.414.1 mi
- SEE Science Center4.54.6 mi
- Aviation Museum of New Hampshire4.78.9 mi
- Fody's Great American Tavern4.418.2 mi
- Bear Brook State Park4.611.3 mi
- Massabesic Lake4.78 mi
- Livingston Park4.64.7 mi
- Clough State Park4.67.6 mi
- White Park4.712.9 mi
- Riverside Outboards llc4.95.6 mi
- Pembroke Pines Country Club4.210.2 mi
- Derryfield Country Club4.36.1 mi
- Candia Woods Golf Links4.411.9 mi
- Souhegan Woods Golf Club4.312.4 mi
- Passaconaway Country Club4.411.3 mi
- The Mall of New Hampshire4.27.4 mi
- Sierra4.55.7 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.36.7 mi
- Marshalls4.35.7 mi
- Kohl's4.25.7 mi
- Manchester-Boston Regional Airport4.68.5 mi
- Royal Airport Car Service ®4.99 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides recreational boating, fishing, and scenic trails.
Central community space for local events and sports.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.