The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 03820 sells for about $699,000, or $402 per square foot.
Prices are up +6.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 135 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,300 a month.
ZIP 03820 — Dover
The Dover housing market shows steady demand with a median price of $699,000, reflecting a 6.3% year-over-year increase. While inventory remains tight, the city's status as a high-growth area continues to support property values. Note that some specific metrics like closed sales and months of supply were not available at the ZIP level.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a balance of historic charm, modern amenities, and proximity to the Seacoast's economic centers.
Median prices moved up 6.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 135 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 7.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 03820, Strafford County NH
Dover generally reports crime rates lower than the national average, with the city maintaining a focus on community-oriented policing and public safety initiatives.
The Dover School District is well-regarded, offering a range of public educational opportunities that are frequently cited as a primary draw for families moving to the area.
The area faces standard New England climate risks, including winter storm impacts and potential localized flooding near the Cochecho and Piscataqua rivers.
Dover is recognized as one of the fastest-growing cities in New Hampshire, supported by ongoing downtown revitalization and a diverse mix of local employers.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (New Hampshire) — Property Tax Abatement: Provides a mechanism for property owners to seek a reduction in their tax assessment if they can prove the assessment is disproportionate to other properties or causes undue hardship. State (New Hampshire) — New Hampshire Property Tax: Property taxes are levied by local taxing districts (municipalities, counties, school districts). The tax is calculated by multiplying the assessed value of the property by the local tax rate (tax rate = total amount to be raised / total assessed value of the municipality).
Dover serves as a regional hub with convenient access to the Spaulding Turnpike, facilitating commutes to Portsmouth and the broader Seacoast employment corridor.
Residents enjoy access to the Cochecho River, numerous city parks, and proximity to the cultural and shopping amenities of downtown Dover.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and limited inventory, with a median rent of $2,300 and approximately 89 units currently available.
The local economy is anchored by a mix of healthcare, education, and manufacturing sectors, benefiting from its strategic location in the Seacoast region.
The city is served by major highway corridors including the Spaulding Turnpike, providing essential connectivity to the regional transportation network.
Ongoing development efforts focus on downtown revitalization and the expansion of residential and mixed-use projects to accommodate population growth.
Parcels are subject to municipal property taxes and the Dover School District levy.
Property insurance in the region is influenced by standard coastal and winter-weather risk profiles typical of the New Hampshire Seacoast.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 03820.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Water Country Water Park4.111.7 mi
- Wonder Mountain Fun Park4.316.5 mi
- Hilltop Fun Center4.43.9 mi
- Bowl-O-Rama Family Fun Center4.410.8 mi
- Portsmouth Escape Room4.810.1 mi
- The Brook4.219.8 mi
- Wentworth By The Sea4.412 mi
- Deerfield Fair4.518.7 mi
- New England Dragway4.813 mi
- Roundabout Diner and Lounge4.49.5 mi
- Water Country Water Park4.111.7 mi
- Strawbery Banke Museum4.710.3 mi
- Prescott Park4.710.3 mi
- Regal Fox Run4.37.7 mi
- Children's Museum of New Hampshire4.71.4 mi
- Nubble Lighthouse4.915.4 mi
- Strawbery Banke Museum4.710.3 mi
- Seacoast Science Center4.613.1 mi
- Children's Museum of New Hampshire4.71.4 mi
- Lobster Point Lighthouse4.616 mi
- Prescott Park4.710.3 mi
- Fort Foster4.713 mi
- Great Island Common4.712.2 mi
- Stratham Hill Park4.79.7 mi
- Fort McClary State Historic Site4.711.6 mi
- Great Bay Marine Inc4.55.5 mi
- Safe Harbor Wentworth By The Sea4.612.1 mi
- New Bridge Marina4.617.8 mi
- Breakfast Hill Golf Club4.412.4 mi
- Links at Outlook Golf Course4.66.5 mi
- Pease Golf Course4.49.3 mi
- The Oaks4.36.1 mi
- Ledges Golf Club4.17.5 mi
- Kittery Premium Outlets4.39.5 mi
- Wentworth Greenhouses4.92.9 mi
- Tendercrop Farm at the Red Barn4.62.7 mi
- McKinnon's Market & Super Butcher Shop Portsmouth, N.H.4.611.6 mi
- The Kittery Outlets4.39.5 mi
- Portsmouth International Airport4.67.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A central feature of the city providing recreational opportunities and scenic views.
The historic core of the city featuring local businesses, restaurants, and cultural venues.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.