Highlands Manchester is located just south of downtown Manchester.
Recreation and housing just south of downtown Manchester
On the banks of the Merrimack River, bordered by the historic Pine Grove Cemetery, is the quiet community of Highlands. This Manchester suburb is home to quaint parks, peaceful natural areas and tree-lined streets. The neighborhood's proximity to major roads, including Interstate 293, allows for easy travel to downtown Manchester and surrounding communities. “It’s an appealing area for commuters,” says Cody Barna, a local real estate agent with eXp Realty. “Calef Road cuts through the neighborhood’s center and turns into Brown Avenue as you head south, which can take people straight to the Manchester-Boston Regional Airport. You also have Beech Street right there, which residents can take 3 miles north to downtown.”
Condos and Houses along Calef Road
Many homes here have Cape Cod-inspired designs, along with some ranch styles and split-levels. Many are situated on half-acre lots and were constructed between the 1950s and the 1970s. Many houses have views of the countryside from the front or back porch, and some are within sight of the Merrimack River, which can drive up the price. Single-family homes here tend to run from $250,000 to $500,000. Several condos and apartments are located along Calef Road. Prices for these can range from $150,000 to $210,000.
Homes along the Merrimack River have beautiful views all year long.
Highlands Manchester is primarily a residential neighborhood
Smaller homes with detached garages are available in Highlands Manchester.
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Public and private Manchester schools
Students can start their education at Highland-Goffes Falls School, which earns a C-minus rating on Niche, before continuing to Southside Middle School, which also scores a C-minus. The final stop for many students is the C-plus-rated Manchester Memorial High School, home of the Crusaders, which is well known for its athletics program, especially its hockey team. The Highland community is also home to the Mount Zion Christian School, a private Kindergarten through 12th-grade school that earns a B-plus rating and is ranked as one of the top three private K-12 schools in the Manchester area by Niche.
Southside Middle School serves students in grades 5-8.
Manchester Memorial High School and the Clem Lemire Athletic Complex.
The main entrance to Bakersville Elementary School in the Bakersville neighborhood.
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Disc golf, trails and playsets along the Merrimack River
There are several parks in and around the Highlands community. Barbara Shaw Park is close to many homes and offers a baseball diamond and a playset for families to enjoy. Smaller parks can be found in the center of the community, with Sullivan Family Park offering another playground and a small walking path. Hollows Disc Golf Course is behind the Pine Grove Cemetery and has two different courses that wind through rolling hills and towering trees. Hikers and bikers can use the Londonderry Rail Trail that borders the neighborhood to the east, which is part of a larger expanse of paved trails for both exercise and commuting. “The trail is popular among runners and bikers,” says Barna. “And it connects with other rail trails, which is nice for those looking to trek longer distances.”
Highlands Manchester offers a disc golf course with access in both the north and the sourth.
Barbara Shaw Park is located in the Highliands Manchester neighborhood.
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The Sullivan Family Park offers trails and benches.
Convenient Manchester roads and sidewalks
Highland’s commuting access is one of the major reasons for the neighborhood's growth. Calef Road and Beech Street are the main residential thoroughfares for cars and the Manchester Transit Authority buses, connecting residents to the Manchester-Boston Regional Airport to the south and downtown Manchester to the north. Interstate 293 roars along the southern end of the neighborhood, allowing for travel to the shopping and dining options all around Manchester. Daily steps and walks downtown are also easy, with almost every street in the community lined with sidewalks. The Catholic Medical Center is 5 miles away in downtown Manchester.
Retro and barbeque bites
Dining and shopping options can be found just outside the neighborhood, with one of the more famous spots being the Airport Diner. This 50’s style eatery has a number of diner classics, from jukeboxes playing old hits to freshly made pies and a number of sandwiches. The restaurant’s placement next to a hotel, along with its proximity to the airport, makes it popular with tourists and locals. Residents can also dine inside or out on the patio at KC's Rib Shack. Hannaford and Aldi are nearby grocery stores.
Market Basket grocery store is centrally located in the center of Manchester.
Market Basked is primary grocery store for all of the Manchester neighborhoods.
The Mall of New Hampshire is located nearby in Crystal Lake for all your shopping needs.
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A beautiful green ball field is part of the Clem Lemire Athletic Complex at Manchester Memorial.
Comicon and cultural festivals
Residents of Highlands are just a hop, skip and a jump from annual festivals and conventions. One of the largest events downtown is the Granite State Comicon, which takes place on the third weekend of September and is full of cosplayers, vendors and artists from around the world. Recent guests include Kevin Eastman, one of the co-creators of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The city also hosts the We Are One Festival in August, a combination of Latino and African cultural festivals in one massive celebration with demonstrations, music and food throughout the whole day in Veterans Memorial Park.
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Parks in this Area
Wolfs Park
Barbara Shaw Park
Precourt Park
Saint Anthony Park
Sullivan Family Park
Smiths Ferry Heritage Park
Transit
Airport
Manchester Boston Regional
11 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Highlands
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Highlands, Manchester sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Highlands, Manchester over the last 12 months is $376,035, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom property at 320 Mitchell St offers 1,000 square feet of living space. The living room provides ample space for relaxation, while the kitchen is equipped with essential appliances including a refrigerator, range, microwave, and dishwasher. The bathroom features a tub/shower combination and hot water. Additional amenities include air conditioning and washer/dryer hookups
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,522
Median Age
38
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$67,392
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,385
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
20.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.7%
% Population in Labor Force
70.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
51''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
21/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
28/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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