The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 03862 sells for about $1,399,900, or $493 per square foot.
Homes take about 29 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,798 a month.
ZIP 03862 — North Hampton
The 03862 market is characterized by high-value, low-inventory conditions typical of the New Hampshire Seacoast. Prices remain elevated due to limited supply and strong demand for coastal properties, with most activity concentrated in the luxury segment.
This ZIP is best suited for affluent families and professionals seeking a coastal lifestyle with access to the Seacoast's economic and recreational amenities.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 29 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-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 1.5% · poverty 2.9% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 03862, Rockingham County NH
North Hampton is generally considered a safe, low-crime community, consistent with regional trends in Rockingham County.
Schools serving the area are part of the SAU 21 district, which is generally well-regarded for academic performance.
The area faces standard New England climate risks, including winter storm exposure and potential coastal flooding in low-lying sections near the Atlantic.
Development is characterized by high-end residential growth and preservation of rural character, with proximity to Portsmouth and the Seacoast economic corridor.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level by North Hampton, primarily funding local schools and town services, with no state income tax on wages.
Commuters primarily utilize US Route 1 and I-95 for access to Portsmouth, Manchester, and the Greater Boston employment core.
The area features immediate access to Atlantic beaches, coastal trails, and local parks, with significant shopping and dining options in nearby Portsmouth.
The rental market is extremely tight with limited inventory, driven by high demand for coastal living and proximity to regional employment hubs.
The local economy is anchored by the broader Seacoast region, with major employment sectors including healthcare, technology, and tourism.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with major corridors including US Route 1 and proximity to I-95.
Development is strictly managed by local zoning to maintain the town's rural and coastal character.
Parcels are subject to local municipal taxes and the SAU 21 school district levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by coastal hazard exposure and proximity to the Atlantic shoreline.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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 Park4.14.3 mi
- Hilltop Fun Center4.418.1 mi
- Bowl-O-Rama Family Fun Center4.45.8 mi
- Portsmouth Escape Room4.86.6 mi
- Joe's Playland4.59.7 mi
- Cider Hill Farm4.79 mi
- The Brook4.27.2 mi
- Wentworth By The Sea4.47.3 mi
- New England Dragway4.810.6 mi
- Roundabout Diner and Lounge4.46.7 mi
- Salisbury Beach State Reservation4.610.2 mi
- Water Country Water Park4.14.3 mi
- The Brook4.27.2 mi
- Hampton Beach State Park4.65.8 mi
- Strawbery Banke Museum4.77.3 mi
- Nubble Lighthouse4.917.3 mi
- Strawbery Banke Museum4.77.3 mi
- Seacoast Science Center4.67.1 mi
- Children's Museum of New Hampshire4.714.9 mi
- Albacore Park4.77.5 mi
- Salisbury Beach State Reservation4.610.2 mi
- Hampton Beach State Park4.65.8 mi
- Seacoast Science Center4.67.1 mi
- Prescott Park4.77.5 mi
- Odiorne Point State Park4.76.9 mi
- Great Bay Marine Inc4.59.2 mi
- Safe Harbor Wentworth By The Sea4.67.2 mi
- Crescent Yacht Club4.419.2 mi
- Breakfast Hill Golf Club4.42.1 mi
- Pease Golf Course4.45.5 mi
- Sagamore-Hampton Golf Club4.21.1 mi
- Gametime Lanes & Entertainment (Amesbury Location)4.511.7 mi
- Wentworth By The Sea Country Club4.76.8 mi
- Cider Hill Farm4.79 mi
- Kittery Premium Outlets4.310.3 mi
- Applecrest Farm Orchards4.54.8 mi
- McKinnon's Market & Super Butcher Shop Portsmouth, N.H.4.64.1 mi
- Tendercrop Farm at the Red Barn4.612.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A popular coastal destination offering public beach access and scenic ocean views.
A protected area providing habitat for local wildlife and opportunities for birdwatching.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.