Vibrant commercial corridor in the upper Connecticut River Valley
Known for its chain retailers and local restaurants, Washington Street District serves as Claremont’s main commercial strip. The thoroughfare runs parallel to the Sugar River, connecting to Claremont’s city center where historic mill buildings sit next to boutiques, eateries and a growing arts district. As the only city in Sullivan County, Claremont embraces a small-town feel in everything from its lively city center to its abundant natural attractions. “Washington Street is a shopping destination for most people that live within a 30-mile radius of Claremont,” says James Shibles, a Realtor with Covered Bridge Real Estate and a resident of Claremont. “It’s a busy road and a main route to get to Interstate 91.” Alongside its commercial development, the neighborhood offers access to wooded nature trails that wind along the riverfront and connect residents to the rest of Claremont.
Big-box shops and local eateries along Washington Street
Wide sidewalks line Washington Street, and residents are within walking distance of shopping centers, big-box shops and local restaurants. The Claremont Plaza Shopping Center includes chain retailers like Dollar Tree, Big Lots and Hannaford. Locals can also run errands at Walmart or Home Depot. Wooden booths fill the Claremont Country Café, where breakfast is served all day long. A bit further north is Casa Jalisco Bar & Grill, a Mexican spot known for its traditional dishes.
Washington Street leads about a mile northwest to Claremont’s city center, where a rotary-style town square connects Washington Street with Broad Street, Main Street and Pleasant Street. Also known as downtown Claremont, the town square is home to local businesses and the city’s arts district. Thrift stores like Nana’s Recyclables sit alongside local favorites like Violet’s Book Exchange, where residents can browse the shelves for new and used books. The Claremont Opera House is in an Italian Renaissance Revival-style building dating back to the late 19th century, and the venue hosts everything from weekly trivia nights to family-friendly theatre productions. Next door is the West Claremont Center for Music and the Arts, which offers art studios, rehearsal spaces and educational programming for all ages. A bit further east is the Claremont History Museum, which documents the city’s rich industrial history.
Seasonal festivities in Broad Street Park
Residents are about a mile from Broad Street Park, a triangular green space that anchors Claremont’s city center. The park features a bandstand, walking paths and several monuments honoring soldiers who served in the Korean War, Vietnam War and World War II. The park’s bandstand hosts a summer concert series each Thursday night from June to August. Locals also gather in the park for seasonal events hosted by the Claremont Parks and Recreation Department, including a winter holiday light show and an annual Halloween parade.
Miles of nature trails along the Sugar River
Residents have access to several nature trails that run parallel to the Sugar River. Further south along Washington Street is a trailhead for the Sugar River Recreational Rail Trail, which spans nearly 10 miles between Claremont and Newport, New Hampshire. The rail trail connects with the Bobby Woodman Trail, a gravel pathway that leads about 2 miles northwest to Monadnock Park. With ballfields, tennis courts and a lighted soccer field, the park is home to sports organizations like the Claremont Youth Soccer Association and the Claremont Youth Baseball & Softball Association. Just south of Monadnock Park is the Arrowhead Recreation Area, which provides access to Flatrock Hill and is a popular destination for alpine skiing, snow tubing and snowboarding throughout the winter months. About 4 miles from Washington Street District is the Claremont Country Club, a semi-private club whose 9-hole golf course is open to both members and non-members.
Claremont also provides access to the region’s abundant natural attractions. About 12 miles north is Mt. Ascutney State Park, known for its challenging hiking trails and scenic vistas of the Connecticut River Valley. Lake Sunapee is about 20 miles east, and Mt. Sunapee State Park features a sandy beachfront and boat launch.
Residential streets offer Cape Cod and ranch-style homes
While only a few homes sit along Washington Street, several residential streets branch off the commercial corridor. Traditional Cape Cod and ranch-style homes feature vinyl exteriors, and many houses offer attached or detached garages. Tree-lined lots average just under a quarter-acre, and cul-de-sacs keep the residential sections of the Washington Street District relatively quiet. Prices typically range from $150,000 for a two-bedroom Cape Cod-style home to $325,000 for a four-bedroom ranch-style home. “Most homes along Washington Street are a bit more affordable. This is probably where a first-time homebuyer might want to be looking,” Shibles says.
Virtual dual enrollment program at Stevens High School
Students may attend the Claremont School District, also known as School Administrative Unit 6 and abbreviated as SAU #6. Disnard Elementary School scores a C-minus from Niche, while Claremont Middle School earns a C. Stevens High School scores a C, and its Early College Online dual enrollment program allows teens to enroll in virtual college-level courses taught by faculty from the Community College System of New Hampshire. High schoolers can apply to the Sugar River Valley Regional Tech Center, which offers career and technical education programs in culinary arts, engineering and more. Nearby private school options include the Claremont Christian Academy, which serves kindergarten through 12th grade. There are also several colleges in the region. The main campus of River Valley Community College is less than 3 miles away, and residents are about 30 miles from Dartmouth College and Colby-Sawyer College.
New Hampshire Route 103 provides access to I-91
Washington Street is part of New Hampshire Route 103, which leads about 6 miles west to Interstate 91. I-91 is the primary north-south thoroughfare in western New England and provides access to bigger cities, such as Hartford, Connecticut, which is about 130 miles south of Claremont. Residents also have access to Claremont Station, which is about 4 miles from the Washington Street District and is the only Amtrak station in western New Hampshire. Amtrak’s Vermonter line stops in Claremont twice a day on its way from St. Albans, Vermont, to Washington, D.C. The Claremont Municipal Airport is about a 3-mile drive away and offers general aviation services, while Lebanon Municipal Airport is about 27 miles away via I-91.
Proximity to Valley Regional Hospital
Residents are about 2 miles from Valley Regional Hospital. The hospital has an emergency department and partners with Dartmouth Health to offer oncology care, primary care services and access to state-of-the-art technology.
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Parks in this Area
Moody Park
Monadnock Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Washington Street District
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Washington Street District, Claremont sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Washington Street District, Claremont over the last 12 months is $272,000, up 31% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
686
Median Age
47
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,235
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,260
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.1%
College Graduates
15.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.5%
% Population in Labor Force
51.4%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
55/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
43/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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