Durham NH Properties For Sale
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…
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Univeristy town + 6 units + 110 beds = prime investment. All operating information available.
Great Bay secluded waterfront peninsula location with 240-feet of private bay frontage and 1/5 ownership in abutting 15+/- acre parcel. Schoonmaker designed contemporary cottage built by Frank Eitler in 2003. All main living areas afford expansive water views. 1st floor master and den. Open concept living room & kitchen with large island, stone hearth and Palladian windows overlooking the bay. Professionally designed kitchen features granite countertops, custom solid wood cherry cabinetry and Bosch appliances. Bright dining room with walls of Pella Designer windows and slider to three season sunroom. Warm natural solid wood millwork and vaulted cathedral ceilings with custom bead board treatment and skylights. Red oak stairway treads and flooring throughout main level. Tiled entry, baths, and stair risers. Lower level walkout with spacious family room, guest quarters, laundry, storage and workshop. 34’ long waterside deck. Boat dock and 22x36 outbuilding. Quality, low maintenance home!
PRIME LOCATION & FANTASTIC INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! $100,000 Gross Annual Income from 5 Units/14 student residents. Consistent occupancy rates. 5+level acres of desirable Durham location with approvals in place for an additional 24 residents. Great cash flow and solid expansion potential. An estimated GAI of $162,700 is projected to be added to existing income upon completion of expanded housing. Partial Seller Financing to qualified buyers. Well maintained and managed.
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…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.
Durham is part of the esteemed Oyster River School District.
Durham NH Population:
13,667
Source: 2008 Census
Durham NH Schools (SAU 5):
Elementary
» Mast Way Elementary
» Moharimet Elementary
Middle
» Oyster River Middle School
High
» Oyster River High School
Durham NH Recreation Department:
Durham Parks & Recreation Department is focused on providing the Town with programs, classes and special events for all to enjoy! Summer 2010 offerings include Pickup Ultimate Frisbee, Tennis Lessons, Wagon Hill Yoga, Pilates, Line Dancing, Small Group Interval Circuit Training, Tai Chi, Zumba, Memorial Day Parade, Durham Bazaar, Summer Safari, UNH Swim Lessons, The Durham Farmers Market, etc.
Durham NH Youth Sports:
- Oyster River Cal Ripken/Babe Ruth Baseball
- Oyster River Youth Basketball
- Oyster River Cats Hockey
- Oyster River Cats Football
- Indoor Academy Soccer
- Travel Soccer
- Oyster River Youth Lacrosse
- NH Seacoast Juniors Volleyball
2009 Property Tax Rate:
$27.00 per $1,000 in local valuation (assessed value)
Source: NH Department of Revenue Administration
Equalization Ratio: 92%
Source:
2009 Real Estate Statistics:
Number of Homes Sold: 50
Average Home Sales Price: $349,718
Home Sales Price Range: From $190,000 to $1,837,800
Source: NNEREN
