What’s Happening in the Meredith New Hampshire Housing Market? – March 24, 2026 Update

Seller’s Perspective

• Market Activity & Demand: The pending ratio is low at 9%, indicating relatively slow buyer activity compared to inventory. Homes are taking an average of 149 days on market (DOM) to sell, with a median DOM of 57 for sold properties—suggesting that while some homes linger, well-priced properties can still move faster.
• Pricing & Negotiation: Sellers are achieving, on average, 97.8% of their final list price at closing, which is strong and indicates limited negotiation off the final asking price. The average sale price is $982,796, and the average final list price for sold homes is just over $1,033,607.
• Inventory: Months supply of inventory is 4.3—this leans toward a balanced market, but with current demand levels, it may feel slightly more favorable to buyers.
• Advice: Pricing accurately is critical. Overpriced homes are likely to sit, but those priced in line with market expectations are still selling close to list price.

Buyer’s Perspective

• Selection & Negotiation Power: With 47 active listings and a moderate 4.3 months of inventory, buyers have a good selection and some leverage. The average days on market for active listings is high, so sellers may be more open to negotiation, especially on properties that have been listed longer.
• Pricing Trends: The average sold price is below the average active list price, which means buyers may be able to negotiate below initial asking prices, especially if they target homes with longer DOM.
• Speed: While some properties are selling quickly (median DOM for sold is 57), most are lingering, giving buyers time to consider options and negotiate.
• Advice: Leverage the higher DOM and inventory to negotiate, but expect competition and less flexibility on homes that are well-priced and move-in ready.

Key Takeaway:
The Meredith market offers opportunities for both sides. Sellers who price right can expect strong offers near their asking price, while buyers benefit from ample inventory and time to negotiate, particularly on stale listings.

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