Dunbarton, New Hampshire
Population: 2,226
Located in Merrimack County
Governor Jonathan Belcher as Gorhamtown first granted the town of Dunbarton in 1735. Governor Bennington Wentworth regranted it in 1748 as Starktown after the father of General John Stark. Governor Bennington Wentworth signed the charter of Dunbarton, named after Dumbarton in Scotland, on August 10, 1765. Today this town has around 2,300 residents. Located in the heart of Merrimac County, New Hampshire, Dunbarton evokes memories of times gone by. This area is renowned for its wonderful seasonal changes, and especially for the fall colors. Each autumn, the area's tree-studded landscape bursts with glorious, fiery color, and people come from all over the world to see it. This is still largely a rural area, and is a haven for visitors with an abundance of bed and breakfast establishments. That does not mean, however that there are no houses to buy or even rent here. New construction is being built, and the trend is to follow what has gone before it - large tracts of land with the house hidden from view. There are town homes available, or if you would prefer to have a luxurious, home you can be accommodated as well. Expect to spend anywhere from $40,000 to $800,000 depending on personal preference, style, and taste. The southern New Hampshire real estate market is very active with the majority of properties selling within a one-month period. There is a plethora of activities here too! From Pats Peak Ski Mountain, to local ponds, there is something for everyone. There are plenty of small rivers around that offer fishing and canoeing. Dunbarton has five ponds, all with public access, and plenty of conservation property. Concord, one of the larger cities in New Hampshire is not far off. Concord provides great opportunities for employment, and many former residents of Concord have moved to the Dunbarton area, in order to enjoy the peace and quiet of the country, to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, but to still be close enough to their places of employment. Many New Yorkers have moved to this area because of its breathtaking beauty, lakes and attractive schools and economy. But most of all, people move here for the peace and quiet and rural lifestyle this slice of America offers. If you are looking for a slower pace of life, then look no further than Dunbarton, here in the heart of New Hampshire. It won't be long before you are greeted by name as you saunter down the street, and it isn't hard to have an affable conversation in this part of the country! Find homes for sale in Dunbarton New Hampshire
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Dunbarton's Premier Real Estate AgentJean LewisBroker, CRS, GRIJean Hooker & Associates Real Estate, Inc.
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