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Langdon New Hampshire
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| Langdon, NH |
| Community Contact |
Langdon Board of Selectmen
Jennifer Doyle
5 Walker Hill Road
Langdon, NH
03602
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| Telephone |
(603) 835-2389 |
| Fax |
(603) 835-2389 |
| E-mail |
not available |
| Web Site |
www.keenenh.com/langdon
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| Municipal Office Hours |
Monday, 10 am - 12 noon, Tuesday, 10 am - 12 noon and 3 pm - 6 pm
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| County |
Sullivan |
| Labor Market Area |
Charlestown NH LMA |
| Tourism Region |
Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee |
| Planning Commission |
Southwest Region |
| Regional Development |
Western Region Development Corp.
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| Election Districts |
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US Congress |
District 2 |
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Executive Council |
District
2 |
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State Senate |
District 8 |
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State Representative |
Sullivan County District 5 |
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Incorporated: 1787
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Origin: Carved out of several adjacent towns, Langdon was named in honor of Governor John Langdon. Governor Langdon's political career included: delegation to the Constitutional Convention; serving on a committee with Benjamin Franklin and John Adams to secure military supplies for the American forces; serving as a member of the State senate; serving as speaker of the House of Representatives; serving as president pro-tem of the Senate in the first United State Congress; supervision of the canvass of electoral votes to elect Washington as President; and eight terms as Governor of New Hampshire.
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Population, Year of the First Census Taken:
244 residents in 1790
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Population Trends:
Population growth in Langdon was very low over the last five decades, increasing by less than two-thirds. Decennial growth rates ranged from an eleven percent decrease between 1950-1960 to a 33 percent increase between 1980-1990. Over the fifty year period, Langdon's population increased by 208 residents, going from 378 in 1950 to 586 residents in 2000. The 2004 Census estimate for Langdon was 637 residents, which ranked 211th among New Hampshire's incorporated cities and towns.
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Population Density, 2004:
39.1 persons per square mile of land area. Langdon contains 16.3 square miles of land area and 0 square miles of inland water area.
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Villages and Place Names:
Cold River District, Condon Corner
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| Type of Government |
Selectmen |
| Budget: Municipal Appropriations, 2004 |
$480,830 |
| Budget: School Appropriations |
not available |
| Zoning Ordinance |
1973/99 |
| Master Plan |
1992 |
| Capitol Improvement Plan |
No |
| Industrial Plans Reviewed By |
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| Boards and Commissions |
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Elected:
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Board of Selectmen
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Appointed:
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Planning Board
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| Public Library |
No Library |
| Police Department |
Part-time |
| Fire Department |
Volunteer |
| Town Fire Insurance Rating |
9 |
| Emergency Medical Service |
Volunteer |
| Nearest Hospital(s): |
| Cheshire Medical Center, Keene |
| Distance: 19 miles |
Staffed Beds: 146 |
| Electric Supplier |
Granite State; NH Electric Coop. |
| Natural Gas Supplier |
None |
| Water Supplier |
Private wells |
| Sanitation |
Private septic |
| Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant |
No |
| Solid Waste Disposal |
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Curbside Trash Pickup
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None |
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Pay-As-You-Throw Program
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No |
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Recycling Program
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None |
| Telephone Company |
Verizon |
| Cellular Telephone Access |
Yes |
| Cable Television Access |
Yes |
| Public Access Television Station |
No |
| High Speed Cable Internet Service: |
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Business
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Partial |
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Residential
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Partial |
| 2004 Total Tax Rate (per $1000 of value) |
$30.86 |
| 2004 Equalization Ratio |
68.7 |
| 2004 Full Value Tax Rate (per $1000 of value) |
$21.31 |
| 2004 Percent of Property Valuation by Type |
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Residential Land and Buildings
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87.2% |
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Commercial Land and Buildings
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8.0% |
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Other Property including Utilities
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4.8% |
| 2003 Total Housing Units |
279 |
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| 2003 Single-Family Units |
232 |
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Building Permits Issued
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0 |
| 2003 Multi-Family Units |
8 |
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Building Permits Issued
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0 |
| 2003 Manufactured Housing Units |
39 |
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| Total Population |
Community |
County |
| 2004 |
637 |
42,469 |
| 2000 |
588 |
40,560 |
| 1990 |
581 |
38,652 |
| 1980 |
437 |
36,063 |
| 1970 |
337 |
30,949 |
| Census 2000 Demographics |
| Population by Gender |
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Male
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311
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Female
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275 |
| Population by Age Group |
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Under age 5
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25 |
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Age 5 to 19
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113 |
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Age 20 to 34
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83 |
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Age 35 to 54
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232 |
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Age 55 to 64
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63 |
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Age 65 and over
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70 |
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Median Age
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40.9 years |
| Educational Attainment, population 25 years and over |
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High school graduate or higher
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89.7% |
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Bachelor's degree or higher
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18.1% |
| Per capita income |
$24,572 |
| Median 4-person family income |
$43,125 |
| Median household income |
$42,083 |
| Median Earnings, full-time, year-round workers |
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Male
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$33,750 |
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Female
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$24,444 |
| Families below the poverty level |
3.3% |
| Annual Average |
1994 |
2004 |
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Civilian Labor Force
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359 |
345 |
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Employed
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355 |
335 |
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Unemployed
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4 |
10 |
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Unemployment Rate
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1.1% |
2.9% |
| Goods Producing Industries |
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Average Employment
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n |
n |
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Average Weekly Wage
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n |
n |
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| Service Providing Industries |
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Average Employment
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n |
n |
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Average Weekly Wage
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n |
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| Total Private Industry |
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Average Employment
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42 |
37 |
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Average Weekly Wage
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$468 |
$447 |
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| Government (Federal, State, and Local) |
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Average Employment
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4 |
12 |
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Average Weekly Wage
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$147 |
$216 |
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| Total, Private plus Government |
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Average Employment
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46 |
49 |
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Average Weekly Wage
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$440 |
$391 |
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| Schools students attend: |
Grades K-12 are part of Fall Mountain Regional (Acworth, Alstead, Charlestown, Langdon, Walpole) |
District: SAU
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| Career Technology Center(s): |
Cheshire Center of Applied Science, Keene; Fall Mountain High School, Langdon |
Region: 13 | |
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| Educational Facilities |
Elementary
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Middle/Junior High
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High School
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Private/Parochial
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Number of Schools |
2
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1
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Grade Levels |
P 1-4
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9-12
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Total Enrollment |
60
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692
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| NH Licensed Child Care Facilities, 2004: |
Total Facilities: 0 |
Total Capacity: 0 | |
| Nearest Community/Technical
College:
Claremont |
| Nearest Colleges or
Universities: Keene State | |
| Noise Reduction Products |
Fabricated metal enclosures |
5 |
1975 |
| Woodell & Daughters |
Lumber |
4 |
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| Connecticut River Bank |
Banking |
3 |
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| Fall Mountain Timber Sizing |
Sized timber |
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| Hubbard Farms, Inc |
Chicken research |
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| C & L Petroleum |
Oil |
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| True Blue Software |
Computer services |
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| Great Brook Forest Products |
Lumber |
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| Road Access |
Federal Routes |
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State Routes |
12A, 123, 123A |
| Nearest Interstate, Exit |
I-91, Exit 6 |
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Distance |
9 miles |
| Railroad |
No |
| Public Transportation |
No |
| Nearest Airport |
Claremont |
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Runway |
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3,100 feet |
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Lighted? |
Yes
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Navigational Aids? |
Yes |
| Nearest Commercial Airport |
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Lebanon
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Distance |
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41 miles
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| Driving distance to selected cities: |
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Manchester, NH |
70 miles |
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Portland, ME |
162 miles |
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Boston, MA |
120 miles |
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New York City, NY |
230 miles |
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Montreal, Quebec |
222 miles |
| Workers 16 years and over |
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Drove alone, car/truck/van |
84.7% |
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Carpooled, car/truck/van |
8.4% |
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Public transportation |
0.0% |
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Walked |
0.6% |
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Other Means |
1.5% |
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Worked at home |
4.8% |
| Mean Travel Time to Work |
27.8 minutes |
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| Percent of Working Residents: |
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Working in community of residence |
20% |
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Commuting to another NH community |
60% |
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Commuting out-of-state |
20% | |
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Municipal Parks |
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YMCA/YWCA |
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Boys Club/Girls Club |
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Golf Courses |
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Swimming: Indoor Facility |
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Swimming: Outdoor Facility |
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Tennis Courts: Indoor Faclity |
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Tennis Courts: Outdoor Facility |
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Ice Skating Rink: Indoor Facility |
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Bowling Facilities |
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Museums |
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Cinemas |
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Performing Arts Facilities |
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Tourists Attractions |
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Youth Organizations (i.e., Scouts, 4-H) |
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Youth Sports: Baseball |
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Youth Sports: Soccer |
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Youth Sports: Football |
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Youth Sports: Basketball |
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Youth Sports: Hockey |
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Campgrounds |
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Fishing/Hunting |
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Boating/Marinas |
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X
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Snowmobile Trails |
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Bicycle Trails |
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X
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Cross Country Skiing |
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Beach or Waterfront Recreational Area |
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Nearest Ski Area(s): Mount Ascutney & Okemo (VT) |
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Copyright 2005 Economic & Labor Market Information Bureau, NH Employment Security. All Rights Reserved. Updated 07/22/05
All information regarding the communities is from sources
deemed reliable and is submitted subject to errors, omissions,
modifications, and withdrawals without notice. No warranty or
representation is made as to the accuracy of the information contained
herein. Specific questions regarding individual cities and towns should be
directed to the community contact.
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| There are 5 New Listings for Homes | Condos | Multi Family | Land for sale in Langdon .
| | Langdon NH Home |
$485,900 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 5 Baths 3 |
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GRACIOUS FEDERAL WITH 5 BEDROOMS AND 8 FIREPLACES INCLUDING AN ENSUITE MASTER BEDROOM WITH LAUNDRY ON 6.5 ACRES. THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN COMPLETELY RENOVATED INLUDING A CUSTOM CHEF'S KITCHEN, GUEST SUITE WITH KITCHEN AND LIVING AREA. DETACHED GARAGE WITH OFFICE AND STORAGE AREA FOR ALL YOUR TOYS. MATURE LANDSCAPING SURROUNDS THIS PROPERTY INCLUDING A GREEN HOUSE FOR YEAR ROUND GARDENING. THIS PROPERTY IS APPROX. 20 MINUTES TO KEENE OR CLAREMONT AS WELL AS MINUTES TO WALPOLE. |
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| Langdon NH Home |
$325,000 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 3 Baths 3 |
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THIS IS A MUST SEE HOUSE! IT'S PERFECTLY SITED ON A 1.43 ACRE LOT TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE SOUTHERN EXPOSURE AND PASSIVE SOLAR GAIN. AND IT'S SURROUNDED BY OPEN FIELDS AND WONDERFUL VIEWS TO THE HILLS. IT'S AN OPEN CONCEPT CONTEMPORARY WITH 3 BEDROOMS AND 3 RECENTLY UPDATED BATHS. THE MASTER BEDROOM SUITE HAS A COMFORTABLE SITTING AREA AND ITS OWN PRIVATE DECK OVERLOOKING THE FABULOUS PERENNIAL GARDENS AND THE HEATED IN-GROUND POOL. THE POOL HOUSE HAS A BAR W/ A REFRIGERATOR AND A GRILLING AREA FOR THOSE MAGICAL SUMMER EVENINGS. JUST 10 MINUTES FROM WALPOLE AND CLOSE TO RTE 91 THIS WOULD BE A GREAT 2ND HOME. EASY ACCESS TO SNOWMOBILE TRAILS AND OTHER OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES. PRICED WELL BELOW RECENT APPRAISAL. |
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| Langdon NH Home |
$278,500 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale with waterfront on Cold River |
Beds: 4 Baths 2 |
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LOCATED ONLY 10 MINS. FROM I-91 EXIT 5 AND 2.5 MILES FROM RT 12 IN WALPOLE, THIS UNIQUE PROPERTY PREVIOUSLY LISTED FOR $375,000 OFFERS A MYRIAD OF POSSIBILITIES FOR THE NEW OWNER(S). THIS PRIVATE SETTING ON 15 ACRES INCLUDES A HORSE BARN WITH ITS PRIVATE WELL AND ELECTRICITY, A 40X24 THREE BAY GARAGE WITH HEATED WORKSHOP ON THE SIDE, STORAGE SHED AND A LARGE MULTI-USE ROOM ON TOP. RV HOOKUP READY WITH 2/30 AMP HOOK UPS. BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPING WITH 1000 FT ON TROUT STOCKED RIVER FRONTAGE. A SUBSTANTIAL POST & BEAM ADDITION IN 1981 OFFERS CONVENIENCE AND SPACE FOR MOST FAMILIES. TWO WOOD STOVES AND 7 ZONES HEATING SYSTEM SHOULD SATISFY THE FRUGAL OWNER. PROXIMITY TO WALPOLE AND I-91 MAKES THIS PROPERTY AN ATTRACTIVE PROPOSITION FOR ALL YOUR NEEDS.
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| Langdon NH Home |
$265,000 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 4 Baths 3 |
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LOOKING FOR A PEACEFUL AND PRIVATE SETTING CLOSE TO THE PICTURESQUE VILLAGE OF LANGDON? THIS TASTEFULLY MAINTAINED LOG HOME WITH 3 FLOORS OF LIVING SPACE HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. VERY PRIVATE YET EASY COMMUTE TO I-91, WALPOLE AND CHARLESTOWN. A BASEMENT FULLY FINISHED WITH WALK OUT ACCESS, A WRAP AROUND DECK AND CONTEMPORARY OPEN-CONCEPT WILL LET YOU ENJOY THE COUNTRYSIDE LIFE WITHOUT SACRIFICING COMFORT AND AMENITIES. LARGE LIVING SPACE WITH CATHEDRAL CEILING EASILY HEATED WITH WOOD, WIDE PINE FLOORS, GREAT NATURAL LIGHTING AND BEAUTIFUL STONE CHIMNEY, OAK KITCHEN WITH GRANITE COUNTERS MAKE A GREAT PRIMARY OR VACATION RESIDENCE.. THE GROUNDS ARE WELL LANDSCAPED WITH AN EXPANSIVE GARDEN. FRUIT TREES, BERRY BUSHES AND PLENTY OF OPEN FIELDS . THE BARN/GARAGE HAS 3 STALLS, A LARGE GARAGE BIG ENOUGH FOR A MOTOR HOME AND PLENTY OF SPACE ABOVE FOR STORAGE OR HAY. THE IDEAL PLACE TO RAISE A FAMILY, THIS HOME IN MOVE-IN CONDITION NEEDS TO BE SEEN TO BE FULLY APPRECIATED.
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| Langdon NH Home |
$175,000 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 3 Baths 2 |
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CLASSIC NEW HAMPSHIRE FARMHOUSE IN COUNTRY SETTING. 1850'S CAPE IS CHARMING AND SPACIOUS. LARGE SUNNY ROOMS, WOOD FLOORS, MAPLE CABINETS IN RENOVATED KITCHEN, SUNROOM, HOME OFFICE, FAMILY ROOM. FIRST FLOOR MBR AND FIRST FLOOR LAUNDRY. GARAGE WITH WORKSHOP, STORAGE SHED, GAZEBO WITH ELECTRICITY. FIRST FLOOR BATHROOM RENOVATED WITH NEW SUBFLOOR, ALL NEW FIXTURES. |
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