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Newport New Hampshire
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| Newport, NH |
| Community Contact |
Town of Newport Planning Department Julie Collins, Planning & Zoning Coordinator 15 Sunapee Street, Municipal Building Newport, NH
03773
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| Telephone |
(603) 863-6278 |
| Fax |
(603) 863-8008 |
| E-mail |
topaz@newportnh.net |
| Web Site |
www.newportnh.net
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| Municipal Office Hours |
Monday through Friday, 8 am - 5 pm; Town Clerk: Monday through Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm
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| County |
Sullivan |
| Labor Market Area |
Newport NH LMA |
| Tourism Region |
Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee |
| Planning Commission |
Upper Valley/Lake Sunapee |
| 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
1 |
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State Senate |
District 8 |
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State Representative |
Sullivan County District 2 |
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Incorporated: 1761
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Origin: First settled in 1753, the town was named Grenville, after George Grenville, William Pitt's brother-in-law. In 1761, the town was incorporated as Newport, for Henry Newport, a distinguished English soldier and statesman. An early settler of the town was Gordon Buell, whose daughter, Sarah Josepha Buell Hale, was one of the first women editors in America. She edited the book "Poems for Children" that included "Mary Had A Little Lamb." She was also known for a successful appeal to President Lincoln for creation of a national holiday to be known as Thanksgiving Day. Newport is the county seat of Sullivan County, and includes the villages of Kellyville and Guild.
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Population, Year of the First Census Taken:
780 residents in 1790
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Population Trends:
Newport's population has grown very little over the last five decades. Population growth stayed below ten percent each decade, and ranged from a two percent decrease between 1980-1990 to an eight percent increase between 1960-1970. Over fifty years, Newport grew by a total of 1,138 residents, going from 5,131 in 1950 to 6,269 residents in 2000. The 2004 Census estimate for Newport was 6,472 residents, which ranked 49th among New Hampshire's incorporated cities and towns.
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Population Density, 2004:
148.7 persons per square mile of land area. Newport contains 43.5 square miles of land area and 0.1 square miles of inland water area.
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Villages and Place Names:
Chandlers Mills, Guild, Kelleyville, North Newport, Chandler Station
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| Type of Government |
Selectmen |
| Budget: Municipal Appropriations, 2004 |
$7,300,000 |
| Budget: School Appropriations |
not available |
| Zoning Ordinance |
1965/04 |
| Master Plan |
1995 |
| Capitol Improvement Plan |
Yes |
| Industrial Plans Reviewed By |
Planning Board |
| 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; Conservation Commission; Library Trustees; Zoning Board of Adjustment; Heritage Commission; Airport Commission; Recreation Advisory Council
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| Public Library |
Richards Free |
| Police Department |
Full-time |
| Fire Department |
Full-time |
| Town Fire Insurance Rating |
4/9 |
| Emergency Medical Service |
Municipal |
| Nearest Hospital(s): |
| Valley Regional, Claremont |
| Distance: 10 miles |
Staffed Beds: 28 |
| Electric Supplier |
PSNH; NH Electric Coop.; Conn. Valley |
| Natural Gas Supplier |
None |
| Water Supplier |
Newport Water Works |
| Sanitation |
Municipal |
| Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant |
Yes |
| 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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Yes |
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Recycling Program
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Voluntary |
| Telephone Company |
Verizon |
| Cellular Telephone Access |
Yes |
| Cable Television Access |
Yes |
| Public Access Television Station |
Yes |
| High Speed Cable Internet Service: |
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Business
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Yes |
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Residential
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Yes |
| 2004 Total Tax Rate (per $1000 of value) |
$37.34 |
| 2004 Equalization Ratio |
59.5 |
| 2004 Full Value Tax Rate (per $1000 of value) |
$22.26 |
| 2004 Percent of Property Valuation by Type |
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Residential Land and Buildings
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68.3% |
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Commercial Land and Buildings
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28.9% |
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Other Property including Utilities
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2.7% |
| 2003 Total Housing Units |
2,683 |
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| 2003 Single-Family Units |
1,498 |
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Building Permits Issued
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9 |
| 2003 Multi-Family Units |
903 |
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Building Permits Issued
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1 |
| 2003 Manufactured Housing Units |
282 |
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| Total Population |
Community |
County |
| 2004 |
6,472 |
42,469 |
| 2000 |
6,276 |
40,560 |
| 1990 |
6,095 |
38,652 |
| 1980 |
6,229 |
36,063 |
| 1970 |
5,899 |
30,949 |
| Census 2000 Demographics |
| Population by Gender |
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Male
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3,086
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Female
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3,183 |
| Population by Age Group |
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Under age 5
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398 |
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Age 5 to 19
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1,391 |
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Age 20 to 34
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1,153 |
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Age 35 to 54
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1,845 |
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Age 55 to 64
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521 |
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Age 65 and over
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961 |
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Median Age
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37.1 years |
| Educational Attainment, population 25 years and over |
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High school graduate or higher
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78.0% |
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Bachelor's degree or higher
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11.8% |
| Per capita income |
$16,964 |
| Median 4-person family income |
$45,508 |
| Median household income |
$37,442 |
| Median Earnings, full-time, year-round workers |
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Male
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$31,807 |
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Female
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$22,788 |
| Families below the poverty level |
10.8% |
| Annual Average |
1994 |
2004 |
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Civilian Labor Force
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3,223 |
2,966 |
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Employed
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3,103 |
2,857 |
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Unemployed
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120 |
109 |
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Unemployment Rate
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3.7% |
3.7% |
| Goods Producing Industries |
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Average Employment
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2,136 |
1,518 |
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Average Weekly Wage
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$547 |
$760 |
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| Service Providing Industries |
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Average Employment
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1,391 |
1,511 |
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Average Weekly Wage
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$362 |
$533 |
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| Total Private Industry |
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Average Employment
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3,527 |
3,028 |
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Average Weekly Wage
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$474 |
$647 |
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| Government (Federal, State, and Local) |
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Average Employment
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999 |
658 |
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Average Weekly Wage
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$420 |
$594 |
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| Total, Private plus Government |
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Average Employment
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4,526 |
3,686 |
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Average Weekly Wage
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$462 |
$637 |
| n = indicates that the data does not meet disclosure standards |
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| Schools students attend: |
Newport operates grades K-12 |
District: SAU
43 |
| Career Technology Center(s): |
Sugar River Valley Technical Center, Newport or Claremont |
Region: 10 | |
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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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1
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Grade Levels |
K 1-5
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6-8
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9-12
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Total Enrollment |
492
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315
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449
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| NH Licensed Child Care Facilities, 2004: |
Total Facilities: 5 |
Total Capacity: 178 | |
| Nearest Community/Technical
College:
Claremont |
| Nearest Colleges or
Universities: Dartmouth; Colby-Sawyer | |
| Sturm Ruger & Co. |
Sporting firearms |
1,100 |
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| Arlington American Sample Co. |
Sample books, cards |
140 |
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| LaValley Building Supply |
Building components |
100 |
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| Gloenco-Newport, Inc. |
Plastic heat shrink guns |
75 |
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| Hartford/Eiclenhauer |
Heating elements |
70 |
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| Latva Machine Co., Inc. |
Precision machine parts |
53 |
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| United Construction |
Construction contractor |
50 |
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| Carroll Concrete |
Concrete products |
34 |
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| Roymal Coatings & Chemicals, Inc. |
Protective coatings |
27 |
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| Road Access |
Federal Routes |
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State Routes |
10, 11, 103 |
| Nearest Interstate, Exit |
I-89, Exit 13 |
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Distance |
10 miles |
| Railroad |
No |
| Public Transportation |
Yes |
| Nearest Airport |
Newport |
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Runway |
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3,450 feet |
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Lighted? |
No
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Navigational Aids? |
Yes |
| Nearest Commercial Airport |
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Lebanon
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Distance |
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24 miles
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| Driving distance to selected cities: |
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Manchester, NH |
60 miles |
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Portland, ME |
152 miles |
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Boston, MA |
110 miles |
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New York City, NY |
258 miles |
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Montreal, Quebec |
212 miles |
| Workers 16 years and over |
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Drove alone, car/truck/van |
81.3% |
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Carpooled, car/truck/van |
10.7% |
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Public transportation |
0.2% |
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Walked |
4.0% |
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Other Means |
0.5% |
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Worked at home |
3.3% |
| Mean Travel Time to Work |
22 minutes |
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| Percent of Working Residents: |
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Working in community of residence |
54% |
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Commuting to another NH community |
42% |
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Commuting out-of-state |
4% | |
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X
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Municipal Parks |
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YMCA/YWCA |
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Boys Club/Girls Club |
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X
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Golf Courses |
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Swimming: Indoor Facility |
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Swimming: Outdoor Facility |
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X
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Tennis Courts: Indoor Faclity |
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X
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Tennis Courts: Outdoor Facility |
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Ice Skating Rink: Indoor Facility |
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X
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Bowling Facilities |
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X
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Museums |
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Cinemas |
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X
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Performing Arts Facilities |
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X
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Tourists Attractions |
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X
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Youth Organizations (i.e., Scouts, 4-H) |
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X
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Youth Sports: Baseball |
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X
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Youth Sports: Soccer |
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X
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Youth Sports: Football |
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X
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Youth Sports: Basketball |
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X
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Youth Sports: Hockey |
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X
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Campgrounds |
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X
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Fishing/Hunting |
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X
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Boating/Marinas |
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X
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Snowmobile Trails |
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X
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Bicycle Trails |
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X
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Cross Country Skiing |
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X
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Beach or Waterfront Recreational Area |
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Nearest Ski Area(s): Mount Sunapee |
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Other:
Covered bridges; Lake Sunapee; Parlin Field Airport; Rails to Trails; Sugar River | |
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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 20 New Listings for Homes | Condos | Multi Family | Land for sale in Newport .
| | Newport NH Home |
$795,000 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 8 Baths 8 |
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UNUSUAL OPPORTUNITY TO OWN FAMILY TYPE COMPOUND WITH GREAT SPACE FOR PARTIES, FAMILY WEEKENDS. UPDATES WELL DONE WITH GRANITE COUNTERS IN KITCHEN AND RECREATIN SPACE....BEDROOMS AND OWNERS QUARTERSON SECOND FLOOR WITH LODGE ATTACHED...5 BR./BATHS DIN. FACILITIES REC AREAS ETC. (SOO-NIPI LODGE) |
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| Newport NH Home |
$369,900 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 4 Baths 4 |
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THIS IS A SPACIOUS 2003 THREE BEDROOM CAPE WITH ATTACHED GARAGE ON OVER 5 ACRES. THIS HOME ALSO FEATURES A TOWN APPROVED 1 BEDROOM IN-LAW APARTMENT IN THE BASEMEMENT. ADDITIONAL 24X32 HEATED GARAGE WITH 3/4 BATH AND OFFICE ABOVE. SOME AMENITIES INCLUDE RADIANT HEAT, FORMAL DINING, FIRST FLOOR LAUNDRY, DOUBLE OVENS, DECK AND MAPLE SUGAR HOUSE. |
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| Newport NH Home |
$314,500 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 4 Baths 2 |
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LOCATION,LOCATION,LOCATION,GORGEOUS CONTEMPORARY CAPE ON 12 ACRES JUST MINUTES TO LAKE/MT SUNAPEE THIS 4 BEDROOM,2 BATH HOME IS ENERGY STAR CERTIFIED.FEATURING CHERRY CABINETS,GLEAMING WIDE PINE FLOORS,STONE FIREPLACE,24X24 BONUS ROOM ABOVE GARAGE, COVERED WRAP AROUND COMPOSITE DECK OVERLOOKING A ROLLING BROOK, 36X30 BASEMENT W/WOODSTOVE HOOKUP READY,EXTRA LOWER GARAGE FOR BIG TOYS,4 ZONE HEAT/CENTRAL AC,LOW-E WINDOWS,35YR ROOF SHINGLES.SELLER SAYS BRING CREATIVE OFFERS.FURNISHINGS INCLUDED.AGENT RELATED. |
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| Newport NH Home |
$299,000 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 1 Baths 1 |
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GREAT PLACE FOR A PAVING OR LANDSCAPING BUSINESS. LIVE ON SITE IN NEW TOWN APPROVED APARTMENT, WITH LARGE DECK FACING THE 49 ACRES OF LAND. POWER IS RUN UP THE SIDE BOUNDRY LINE TO THE HEIGHT OF THE LAND FOR FUTURE HOUSE SITE. 390 FEET OF ROAD FRONTAGE AND A PAVED PARKING LOT. 3 LARGE GARAGE BAYS THAT COULD BE RENTED OUT TO OTHER SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS. GREAT LOCATION FOR SMALL BUSINESS. |
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| Newport NH Home |
$179,900 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 2 Baths 2 |
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THIS IS A NICELY KEPT 2-3 BEDROOM HOME IN A QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD. SOME AMENITIES INCLUDE HARDWOOD AND TILE FLOORS, EAT-IN KITCHEN, FORMAL DINING ROOM, SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM, SOFT POOL AND PAVED DRIVEWAY. THERE IS AN ADDITIONAL DETACHED 16X20 WORKSHOP WITH HEAT, PHONE, ELECTRIC AND CABLE. KITCHEN REMODELED, VINYL SIDING AND LANDSCAPING. |
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| Newport NH Home |
$179,900 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 2 Baths 1 |
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ABSOLUTELY LOVELY 2 BEDROOM RANCH W/SPACIOUS NEWER KITCHEN & BATH! WOOD FLOORS. FIREPLACE. FINISHED BREEZEWAY. 2 CAR GARAGE. |
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| Newport NH Home |
$179,000 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 2 Baths 2 |
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LOVELY CAPE NESTLED ON OVER 20 ACRES. NEEDS SOME TLC, BUT WELL WORTH THE EFFORT. FINISHED ROOMS IN THE BASEMENT HAVE RADIANT HEAT. LAND IS IN CURRENT USE PER ASSESSMENT CARD. POSSIBLE SUBDIVISION POTENTIAL WITH ROW. SOLD AS-IS. |
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| Newport NH Home |
$169,000 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 3 Baths 1 |
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NICELY REDONE 3 BEDROOM RANCH. LAST HOME ON DEAD-END STREET. NEWER BATHROOM. LARGE LOT. |
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| Newport NH Home |
$157,950 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 3 Baths 1 |
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GREAT IN TOWN 3 BEDROOM, 1 BATH HOME WITH LOADS OF UPGRADES! NEW VINYL REPLACEMENT TILT IN WINDOWS, ELECTRIC, RECESSED LIGHTING, CEILING FANS, TILE FLOORING AND PERGO FLOORING ON FIRST FLOOR WITH CARPETED BEDROOMS UPSTAIRS! CEILING FANS FOR GREAT AIR CIRCULATION! HOT WATER HEATER BY PROPANE! KITCHEN FEATURES NEWER CABINETRY, ELECTRIC SMOOTH TOP RANGE, REFRIGERATOR AND GARBAGE DISPOSAL AND A NICELY LANDSCAPED ENTRANCE FROM PARKING AREA! THE 2ND FLOOR FULL BATHROOM HAS BEEN REDONE AND VERY CHARMING! NEED THAT EXTRA STORAGE? THE ATTIC HAS ROOM AND A NICE STORAGE SHED (WITH PRIVACY FENCING) BY THE PARKING AREA! PRICED TO SELL! |
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| Newport NH Home |
$138,000 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 3 Baths 1 |
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RANCH STYLE HOME WITH MANY POSSIBLILITIES, ZONED RESIDENTIAL OR COMMERCIAL. THERE ARE 2 PATIOS, A HEATED BREEZEWAY, NEWER WINDOWS,NEW CARPETS ON WOOD FLOORS,AND GOOD SIZED ROOMS. THE NICE LEVEL YARD HAS PRIVACY IN BACK, GREAT FOR ENTERTAINING. A WOOD FURNACE IS COMBINED WITH THE OIL FURNACE FOR A LOW COST ALTERNATIVE HEATING OPTION, AS WELL! |
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| Newport NH Home |
$119,000 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 2 Baths 1 |
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GREAT HOME FOR THOSE STARTING OUT OR THOSE LOOKING FOR SMALLER QUARTERS WITH ONE LEVEL LIVING. FULL BASEMENT, WALK UP ATTIC, DETACHED ONE CAR GARAGE. WALK TO TOWN HIKING TRAILS, WALK TO THE MIDDLE SCHOOL. SANDY LANE IS A DEAD END STREET. |
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| Newport NH Home |
$108,500 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 2 Baths 1 |
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TOTALLY ADORABLE! MOVE IN CONDITION, BRIGHT & SUNNY, NEW BOILER & HOT WATER HEATER, NEW KITCHEN CABINETS, NEW KITCHEN LIGHTING, NEW FRIDGE, WOOD FLOORING, RECENTLY LANDSCAPED DRIVEWAY W/GRAVEL, LARGE LEVEL BACK YARD WITH BROOK, FENCED IN SIDE YARD FOR CHILDEN OR PETS TO PLAY & PRIVACY. SUCH EASY MAINTENANCE & EASY TO HEAT. |
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| Newport NH Home |
$81,200 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 1 Baths 1 |
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CUTE COZY HOME. HARWOOD FLOORS,EAT IN KITCHEN AND WIDE OPEN ARCH DINNING AND LIVING ROOM. FOR SALE AS IS. SELLER WILL CONSIDER ALL REASONABLE OFFERS. NICE BACK YARD. CLOSE TO SCHOOLS AND SHOPPING. FOR SALE LESS THAN PAYING RENT. PRICED WELL BELOW ASSESSMENT. |
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| Newport NH Home |
$69,900 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 3 Baths 2 |
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IN TOWN RESIDENCE ON LOVELY SIDE STREET, CLOSE TO SCHOOLS, SHORT DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN. EXTERIOR FEATURES INCLUDE; LARGE LAWN & 1 CAR DETATCHED GARAGE. INTERIOR FEATURES INCLUDE; 3 BEDROOMS, 1 3/4 BATHS & A DEN. HOUSE NEEDS SOME TLC & IS BEING OFFERED AS-IS. SELLER HAS NEVER SEEN PROPERTY & MAKES NO WARRANTIES AS TO CONDITION. |
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| Newport NH Home |
$65,000 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Beds: 4 Baths 2 |
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LARGE SINGLE FAMILY HOME WITH ATTACHED BARN. NICE IN TOWN LOCATION, DEAD END ST. LOTS OF ROOM IN THIS HOUSE, SOME TLC WILL BE REQUIRED. GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY. |
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| Newport NH Multi Family |
$199,000 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Units: 10 |
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JUST REDUCED!!!!!
FROM $259,000 TO: $199,000 WOW!
WHAT A DEAL! WAIT NO LONGER, THIS IS A GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY; FULLY OCCUPIED WITH IN-HOUSE MANAGEMENT. GOOD ROOF, VINYL SIDING AND AMPLE PARKING. SOLD "AS IS" WITH RIGHT TO INSPECT. |
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| Newport NH Multi Family |
$164,900 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Units: 3 |
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COME AND VISIT A VERY SPECIAL NEWPORT PROPERTY WITH TWO VERY SPACIOUS UNITS, AND A THIRD APARTMENT ALREADY ROUGHED IN. YOU WILL FIND THERE HAVE BEEN MANY UP DATES IN THE PAST FEW YEARS OF WINDOWS, HEATING SYSTEMS, PLUMBING, AND ELECTRICAL WIRING. THERE IS PLENTY OF PARKING ON THE SPACIOUS GROUNDS, LOCATED WITH IN WALKING DISTANCE TO THE BEAUTIFUL NEWPORT CENTER PARK, AND ALL TOWN AMENITIES. HAVE YOU CONSIDERED THE POSSIBILITIES OF LIVING IN YOUR VERY OWN INVESTMENT PROPERTY? |
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| Newport NH Multi Family |
$99,900 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Units: 3 |
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INVESTERS TAKE NOTE OF THIS THREE UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING SET UP WITH INDIVIDUAL HEAT, HOTWATER AND ELECTRIC. LARGE BACKYARD, ONE CAR GARAGE, SHED. PROPERTY BEING SOLD "AS-IS" WITH NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED SELLER HAS NEVER OCCUPIED THE PROPERTY. |
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| Newport NH Land |
$59,900 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Acres 5.22 |
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-PRIVATE YET NOT REMOTE, 5.22 ACRES LOCATED ON A PUBLIC ROAD. 10 MINTUES TO SHOPPING. OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE. |
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| Newport NH Land |
$27,000 |
New Hampshire Real Estate For Sale |
Acres 0.23 |
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SMALL WOODED LOT WITH DUG WELL ON PROPERTY. PUT YOUR MANUFACTURED HOME HERE? LOT IS NONCONFORMING. |
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