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West Manchester homes and businesses near the Merrimack River
Named for the river that runs along its southern end, Piscataquog also hugs the Merrimack River and is within less than 2 miles of downtown Manchester. Piscataquog began as an area largely inhabited by German immigrants working in Manchester’s downtown mills in the 1840s. Today, the neighborhood is home to a few small businesses on Main Street, Manchester West High School and the Piscataquog Rail Trail. Workers Cottages and modest condos line up along short side streets, and residents can walk, bike or drive to reach downtown shops and restaurants. With fast access to downtown yet comparatively affordable housing prices, Piscataquog has become a popular area in Manchester.
Locally owned restaurants and fast access to downtown Manchester
Though downtown Manchester isn’t too far away, there are also a few spots on South Main Street that locals can enjoy. Classic Biryani Kabab and Curry is a popular place for ordering authentic Indian cuisine. For Greek and Italian fusion dishes, folks can grab a table at Giorgio’s Ristorante & Bar on Granite Street. Familiar chain restaurants like Dunkin’ and Subway are just down the road from Elite Pizza. Market Basket is just across the river, and the north end of the neighborhood is home to the Parkside Community Garden. Members can rent out seasonal plot space to try out their green thumbs, and volunteers use the garden’s empty lots to grow food to donate to local businesses and shelters.
Classic Biryani Kabab & Curry is available for eat in and takeout meals.
Georgio's Ristorante & Bar is a spacious & elegant Greek & Italian restaurant in Picataquog.
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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Community gatherings and local support from Workmen's Club and Hall
Hidden in the neighborhood is a longtime community staple called the Workmen's Club & Hall. "I’ve worked here almost 40 years as a manager at Workmen’s. It’s the oldest club in the state, founded in 1883,” says Donna Staples, a board of director’s member at Workmen’s. “The bar itself is a private, member-owned facility that you have to be sponsored by another member to join. We also rent it out to the community for weddings, baby showers and birthdays, and to members. We also donate the hall for events like Mercy Meals when someone in a member’s family passes.” The bar also works to help the Piscataquog community by raising funds and getting residents involved. "We do shows for the community to raise money. For example, we raised almost $25,000 for Webster House, which was matched by donations. During the Iraq and Iran war, we raised supplies for the troops, held toy drives, and Christmas parties for kids,” Staples says.
Condos and multi-family homes in New England styles
Homebuyers will find a mix of single-family homes and condominium units throughout Piscataquog, and the neighborhood is considered more affordable than downtown Manchester. Single-family homes are considered more uncommon and consist mainly of pointed Workers Cottages with little front porches and modest two-story floorplans. Costing between $300,000 and $400,000, most homes have small yards and access to major roadways and close neighbors.
The Bass Island Estates community off Hancock Street has an assortment of apartment-style condo units. Though they may not have balconies, these small condos are relatively affordable when compared to other areas in the city. One or two bedrooms can cost between $100,000 and $200,000. There are also a few dozen multi-family properties, including duplexes and some much large buildings that can fit four or more apartments inside. These buildings can cost between $400,000 and over $1 million for those investors looking to rent units to tenants.
Most homes in Picataquog are two to three stories.
Single family and mult-family homes are found adjacent to each other in Picataquog.
Various home styles are found along the streets of Picataquog.
Many styles of multi-family houseing are available in the Picataquog neighborhood.
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Manchester Dog Park and the Piscataquog River Park Bike Path
Students benefit from Manchester West High School’s football field, track field and tennis courts. Across the street is the West Manchester Branch Library which, though it has less books than its counterpart closer to downtown, offers a quiet place to read or study. Down the road is Sweeney Park, a small green space across from the 7-Eleven with an open field, a playground and a basketball court. The Piscataquog River Park Bike Path is just around the corner from Sweeney Park and takes bikers and pedestrians across the water and into the city via the Hands Across the Merrimack Footbridge.
Residents can take their four-legged friends to Manchester Dog Park on Bass Island, where they can get some off-leash exercise in the 10,000-square-foot enclosed area. Crossing Second Street will take outdoor seekers to Bass Island Park, where they can stroll under the shade of tall aspens or launch their canoe or kayak for a drift along the Piscataquog River.
Henry J. Sweeny Park features a children's playground.
The Piscataquog Trail is highly utilized by cyclists and pedestrians.
Bass Island Park features a beautiful peaceful environment adorned with birch trees.
Manchester Dog Park in Manchester is a great spot to bring your dog for some exercise.
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West Manchester public school programs and achievements
Students living in Piscataquog still fall within the Manchester School District, which is rated an overall C on Niche. They can start at Gossler Park School for kindergarten through fourth grade, before moving on to Middle School at Parkside. Both schools are close to one another right in the neighborhood and are graded a C-minus. Manchester West High School is rated a C and offers a wide selection of career exploration courses, including business law, aviation and horticulture and landscape.
Middle School at Parkside opened in 1968.
The Parkside Community Garden is located on the north end of Picataquog.
Manchester West High Schools mascot is the Marching Blue Knights.
Manchester West High School features 6 tennis courts.
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Fast drives into downtown Manchester and to the Manchester-Boston Regional Airport
Downtown Manchester is a 1-mile and five-minute drive away by heading east on either Granite Street or Main Street. Locals can access the city’s popular bars and restaurants, visit large parks and sports stadiums, bowl at Yankee Lanes or head about 6 miles south to Manchester-Boston Regional Airport for weekends away. The nearest hospitals are Catholic Medical Center, which is less than 1 mile north on Main Street, and Elliot Hospital, which is about a 2-mile drive east via Granite Street.
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Parks in this Area
Piscataquog Trail
Arms Park
Bass Island Park
Peanut Park
Walker St Park
Henry J. Sweeny Park
Merrimack River Park - South
Transit
Airport
Manchester Boston Regional
14 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Piscataquog
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
7
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Piscataquog, Manchester sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Piscataquog, Manchester over the last 12 months is $290,900, up 46% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Opportunity is knocking and here is your chance to own instead of rent in the Queen City for under $200k! If you're not looking for yourself but have been considering becoming a landlord, this is the perfect, easy-to-manage unit and a great way to start an investment portfolio or add to one. Condo fees include all the big ticket items such as HEAT, HOT WATER, SEWER, TRASH, LANDSCAPING, and SNOW
If you are 62 years or older, you may be eligible for our 1 BR and studio apartments. To be eligible, your total yearly income can not exceed certain dollar amounts, Please call for specifics. This is a Section 8 housing development specially designed for the elderly and handicapped of limited income.
Property Id: 18163462 bed 1 bath first floor unit with in unit washer and dryer hookups. Tenant to pay heat, hot water, and electric. $1700/month.Assigned parking spot and street parking, grassy from yard and pet friendly (smaller dogs or cats preferred)Available for immediate occupancy
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,137
Median Age
36
Population Density
17 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,912
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$62,391
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.2%
College Graduates
15.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
51''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
79/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
74/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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