Londonderry NH Homes & Life

Londonderry NH is a vibrant town with beautiful neighborhoods, noted schools and a strong sense of community spirit. Londonderry NH homes for sale include both affordable and excutive homes for sale under $500,000.

Londonderry offers the best of two worlds. It is a community that retains much of its rural character and charm while at the same time providing its residents nearby shopping, entertainment, and restaurants. Interstate 93 and Boston-Manchester Airport are all easily accessible.

Londonderry was founded in the early 1700's by Scotch-Irish settlers and was once a part of the town of "Nutfield." The town common is surrounded by antique clapboard churches, community center and the state of the art Leach Library. Community pride is reflected in the "Old Home Days" events that are held at the common each summer.

Londondery's natural beauty is enhanced by the five orchards located in town. The state of New Hampshire has designated the roads connecting these orchards as a scenic highway called "The Apple Way." The five orchards offer apple. berry and pumpkin picking. They also host special events, such as picnics, apple blossom tours, corn mazes and winter sports. Londonderry is in the process of preserving these open areas for future generations through the use of conservation easements. They have spent nearly five million dollars in past few years to preserve nearly 400 acres of open space.

Londonderry Schools have an excellent reputation and are a high priority among residents. Londonderry offers public kindergarten at a beautiful facility. Londonderry High School is located in the center of town and it Mission Statement says, "Londonderry High School, in partnership with parents and the community, provides a safe and nurturing environment with varied opportunities promoting good character, academic excellence, and responsible citizenship necessary for future success in the local and global community."

Londonderry's commercial center follows route 102 from exit 4 off interstate 93. There are a variety of shopping opportunities T.J. Maxx, Home Goods, Home Depot, Market Basket and Shaw’s. There is a 12 screen cinema located in town. Dining is available at the Coach Stop, "99," , or Cafe Teresa as well as many other places.

Overall, Londonderry is an appealing community, with a great location, and a full range of services, shopping and recreational opportunities available in town.

HOME -STYLES

Londonderry offers a variety of home styles and neighborhood locations. The first thing you should know is that Londonderry is a very large town in area and streches from the Windham border in South Londonderry to the City of Manchester in North Londonderry. The feeling is rural with apple orchards interspersed with the newer subdivisions. Your new home in Londonderry  might be nestled among the trees on a country lane or set in a well manicured neighborhood. Prices for new constrction generally begin at about $300,000.  Resale homes begin at about $170,000. There are several 55+ adult communities in Londonderry including the well known "Nevins" and "Sugarplum Hill." There are also several condominium communities with the best known being Century Village off of Route 102. Overall their is a wonderful variety of homes available in the town of Londonderry NH with easy access to both the Boston area and Manchester NH