What’s Happening in the Belknap County New Hampshire Housing Market? – January 6, 2026 Update

Seller’s Perspective

• Market Activity & Demand: The pending ratio is 10%, indicating moderate demand relative to the number of active listings. The average days on market (DOM) for active listings is 103, while sold homes are moving faster, averaging 68 DOM. This suggests well-priced, market-ready homes are selling efficiently.
• Pricing Power: Sellers are achieving, on average, 97.8% of their final list price at closing—a strong indicator that pricing close to market value results in minimal negotiation. The average sale price is $643,855, with a months supply of inventory at 2.6, reflecting a market still favoring sellers (typically under 4 months supply).
• Advice: Price competitively and ensure homes are market-ready for the best results. Properties that linger tend to require price reductions.

Buyer’s Perspective

• Inventory & Negotiation: With 302 active listings and a 2.6 months supply, buyers have options but still face competition, especially in popular price ranges. The average DOM for active homes (103) gives buyers some room to negotiate, but desirable properties are selling faster (average sold DOM of 68).
• Pricing Trends: Most homes are selling very close to asking price (97.8% of final list), so low offers are less likely to succeed. However, buyers may find more flexibility in segments with higher days on market or where inventory is building.
• Advice: Be prepared to move quickly on well-priced homes, especially in the $0–500k and $500k–$1M segments, where activity is highest. Have financing ready and expect to pay near asking price for desirable properties.

Key Takeaway:
Belknap County remains a seller-leaning market, but buyers have more choices than in ultra-competitive periods. Sellers should price sharply and present homes well; buyers should act decisively on attractive listings, as discounts are limited and market-ready homes move quickly.


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