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Durham was known as the Oyster River Plantation when it was settled in 1732 at the mouth of the river. Now a tranquil community with many Colonial homes, the pulse of Durham is the University of New Hampshire. The rolling hills of the campus were once the site of the Warner Farm, which was bequeathed to the town in 1890 to be used as grounds for an agricultural college. By 1923 it had become known as the University of New Hampshire…
This one is a GEM! FULLY RENOVATED. A turn-key home. Save your time, LOOK here first and cancel your other showings! The list of NEW is too long. Come and see for yourself. Did I mention the legal accessory apartment for your in-laws or to supplement your mortgage. Don't wait! This one won't be on the market long.
Beautiful home in Deer Meadow Subdivision. This cape style home features views of the Oyster River along with a first floor master bedroom, central air, a high efficiency furnace and an automatic full house propane fueled generator. Above the 2 car heated garage you'll find a 1 BR in-law apartment.
SUBJ. TO 3RD PARTY APPROVAL, SHORTSALE. CONVENIENT YET PRIVATE LAOCATION. 3 BEDROOM CONTEMPORARY FEATURES HARDWOOD FLOORS & FIREPLACE IN LIVINGROOM. 1 3/4 BATHS & SCREENED PORCH. ONE CARE GARAGE PLUS CARPORT
…As a waterfront community, recreational opportunities abound in Durham. With Great Bay and several rivers in the area, boating, fishing, swimming and sailing are all popular weekend activities. Adams Point on Great Bay is a popular hiking destination and Oyster River Landing draws students and residents for picnicking. College Woods recreational area, on the edge of the UNH campus, includes 5 miles of well-kept paths through 260 acres of woods. It’s a popular spot for jogging, walking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, birding, and, in some cases, trail biking. Cross country skiing and sledding are popular activities at Wagon Hill Farm, a 140-acre park with an old wagon as a backdrop.
Historic Emery Farm was settled in 1655 and remains in the same family to this day. This kid-friendly place has a petting barn, pick-your-own berry fields, pumpkin patch hayrides in autumn, and a country store selling New England gifts, produce, and baked goods. Its seasonal crops also include strawberries, sweet corn, and fresh flowers.
The Mill Pond Center for the Arts is a vibrant cultural and educational center for artists, performers and the community, focusing on performing arts, art exhibits and art education programs. Durham is part of the esteemed Oyster River School District.
Population:
13,626
Source: NH Office of Energy Planning 2006 Population Estimates
Schools (SAU 5):
Elementary
» Mast Way Elementary
» Moharimet Elementary
Middle
» Oyster River Middle School
High
» Oyster River High School
2007 Property Tax Rate:
$28.24 per $1,000 in local valuation (assessed value)
Source: NH Department of Revenue Administration
Equalization Ratio: 92%
Source:
2007 Real Estate Statistics:
Average Home Sales Price: $368,302
Home Sales Price Range: From $195,000 to $1,250,000
Source: NNEREN