Sharon Bean
Executive Partner
Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
Bedford
New Hampshire
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Homes for sale in Bedford
Orientation
Bedford at a glance
Where Bedford sits and how it's laid out — the things most people want to know first.
Location & government
- Municipal type
- Town
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Local market
- Greater Manchester
- New Hampshire region
- Merrimack Valley
Community profile
- Land area
- 33 sq mi
- Population
- 23,746
- People per square mile
- 719.6
Population and geography: U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Census. QuickFacts
Market update
Bedford Housing Market Update
July 2026 · Current as of August 5, 2026 · Single-family residences
$844,750
Median sale price, year to date
+5.6% vs the same period one year earlier
128
Homes sold, year to date
+7.6% vs the same period one year earlier
132
Homes under contract, year to date
−4.3% vs the same period one year earlier
40
Homes for sale in July 2026
−13.0% vs the same period one year earlier
Through July 2026, the year-to-date median sale price in Bedford was 5.6% higher and year-to-date closed sales were 7.6% higher than the same period a year earlier.
In July 2026, inventory of homes for sale was 13.0% below July 2025 and months supply of inventory stood at 2.2.
| Metric | July 2026 | July 2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed sales | 32 | 29 | +10.3% |
| Median sales price | $857,250 | $800,000 | +7.2% |
| Median list price | $894,450 | $815,000 | +9.7% |
| Volume of closed sales | $31,135,500 | $28,552,900 | +9.0% |
| Days on market until sale | 12 | 18 | −33.3% |
| Pending sales | 15 | 27 | −44.4% |
| Months supply of inventory | 2.2 | 2.5 | −12.0% |
| New listings | 22 | 31 | −29.0% |
| Inventory of homes for sale | 40 | 46 | −13.0% |
| Percent of original list price received | 101.6% | 98.9% | +2.7% |
| Metric | Year to date through July 2026 | Year to date through July 2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed sales | 128 | 119 | +7.6% |
| Median sales price | $844,750 | $800,000 | +5.6% |
| Median list price | $899,000 | $810,000 | +11.0% |
| Volume of closed sales | $125,469,683 | $109,772,006 | +14.3% |
| Days on market until sale | 15 | 20 | −25.0% |
| Pending sales | 132 | 138 | −4.3% |
| New listings | 180 | 189 | −4.8% |
| Percent of original list price received | 101.3% | 101.1% | +0.2% |
Source: New Hampshire REALTORS® Local Market Update — July 2026, Bedford, Single Family Residence. Data from PrimeMLS and ShowingTime Plus. Current as of August 5, 2026. View the Bedford report or browse the New Hampshire REALTORS® report library.
Median sales price does not account for seller concessions and/or downpayment assistance.
Percentage changes are calculated using rounded figures and can sometimes look extreme due to small sample sizes.
These are periodic published statistics for a defined reporting period, not live MLS counts of what is on the market right now.
Bedford is in Hillsborough County, where the median single-family home sold for $585,000 in July 2026, down 0.1% year over year. County figures from New Hampshire REALTORS®; see the July 2026 market report.
Property taxes
Bedford property tax rate
Bedford’s 2025 nominal tax rate is $16.49 per $1,000 of assessed value. The New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration has not published an equalization ratio for Bedford for 2025, so no equalized rate is shown — we do not estimate one.
Municipal
$3.87 per $1,000
County
$1.02 per $1,000
State education
$1.15 per $1,000
Local education
$10.45 per $1,000
The four components add to the $16.49 per $1,000 total rate. Rates set by the New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration for 2025; source data.
What that costs depends on the town’s assessed value for the specific property, which is not the purchase price — Bedford assesses at a ratio the DRA has not published for this year. Work the bill out from your assessment with the property tax calculator, or read the New Hampshire property tax guide.
Housing
Housing around Bedford
ZIP-area estimates for the area around Bedford. Background context, not a valuation and not current listing data.
- Median home value
- $611,994
- Median gross rent
- $2,099/mo
- Housing units
- 8,176
- Owner-occupied
- 83%
- Average commute
- 25.3 min
Where Bedford sits
Straight-line distances
Straight-line distances from the town centre; actual travel varies.
- Manchester, NH
- 4.5 mi
- Portsmouth, NH
- 39 mi
- Boston, MA
- 47 mi
- Nearest passenger rail — Lowell, MA
- 23 mi
Lowell, MA is served by MBTA Lowell Line. Check current schedules with the operator.
The community
Living in Bedford
Bedford is one of southern New Hampshire's most desirable suburbs — known for top-ranked schools, executive-style neighborhoods, and quick access to both Manchester and the Massachusetts state line. With strong town services, expansive lots, and a long-standing reputation for excellent schools, Bedford has become a default choice for buyers relocating from the Boston suburbs who want more land and the New Hampshire tax advantage.
The Bedford real estate market is dominated by single-family homes — colonial, contemporary, and custom — on lots ranging from a half acre to several acres. Established neighborhoods around Bedford Center, the country club, and the south side of town attract buyers prioritizing schools and walkability to local amenities. Newer subdivisions on the west side offer move-in-ready construction with modern floor plans.
Because Bedford competes directly with affluent Massachusetts towns like Andover, Westford, and Acton, pricing can be sharply driven by school zones, lot size, and the condition and finish level of the home.
Sold comparables
Recently sold in Bedford
Closed sales are the clearest read on what buyers are actually paying in Bedford.
Local expertise
Bean Group agents in Bedford
Theresa Grella
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Linda Moreau
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Joan Chagnon
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James Miller
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Beth-Amy Comtois
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Ariel Tarr
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Corey Johnson
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Ronald Rees
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Jeffery Stutzman
Bean Group Agent
Proximity
Nearby municipalities
Listed by straight-line distance from Bedford.
FAQ
Bedford real estate questions
Where is Bedford, New Hampshire?
Bedford is an incorporated town in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, in the Merrimack Valley. Recorded land area is 33 square miles.
How far is Bedford from other New Hampshire and New England reference points?
Straight-line orientation distances from the town centre: Manchester, NH 4.5 mi, Portsmouth, NH 39 mi, Boston, MA 47 mi. Nearest passenger rail station: Lowell, MA, 23 mi. These are straight-line estimates, not road distances and not drive times.
What housing estimates are available for the Bedford area?
For the ZIP area around Bedford: median home value $611,994, median gross rent $2,099 per month. ZIP-area estimate — background context, not a current sale price and not a valuation.
How many people live in Bedford?
Bedford has a population of about 23,746 and roughly 719.6 people per square mile.
Which municipalities are near Bedford?
By straight-line distance, the nearest incorporated municipalities are Manchester (4.5 mi), Merrimack (5.7 mi), Goffstown (5.7 mi), Litchfield (7.7 mi), Amherst (7.8 mi). Proximity order is geographic only and does not imply shared borders or any ranking.
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