Dover, NH homes for sale
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Homes for sale in Dover
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Current listing snapshot
Dover market stats
These figures describe all properties matching this search and its filters, across every results page. Asking prices are not closed sale prices.
- Matching properties
- 120
- Median asking price
- $649,450
- Average days on market
- 60
Retrieved Oct 8, 2026, 6:14 PM Eastern. Listing coverage varies by source.
Market update
Dover housing market update
August 2026 · Current as of September 5, 2026 · Single-family residences
$615,000
Median sale price
Year to date
+11.3%
127
Homes sold
Year to date
−14.2%
145
Under contract
Year to date
−12.7%
51
Homes for sale
August 2026
+30.8%
Changes compare with the same period one year earlier.
In August 2026, Dover recorded 24 single-family closings, compared with 21 in August 2025. The median sale price was $660,000, compared with $505,000 a year earlier.
Through August 2026, Dover recorded 127 closings and a $615,000 median sale price, compared with 148 closings and $552,500 through August 2025.
At the end of August, Dover had 51 homes for sale, compared with 39 a year earlier, and 2.9 months of inventory.
Source: New Hampshire REALTORS® Local Market Update — August 2026, Dover, Single Family Residence. Data from PrimeMLS and ShowingTime Plus. Current as of September 5, 2026. View the Dover report or browse the New Hampshire REALTORS® report library.
Median sales price does not account for seller concessions and/or downpayment assistance.
Dover is in Strafford County, where the median single-family home sold for $585,000 in August 2026, up 12.5% year over year. County figures from New Hampshire REALTORS®; see the August 2026 market report.
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Orientation
Dover at a glance
Where Dover sits and how it's laid out — the things most people want to know first.
Location & government
- Municipal type
- City
- County
- Strafford County
- Local market
- Dover & Rochester
- New Hampshire region
- The Seacoast
Community profile
- Land area
- 26.7 sq mi
- Population
- 33,364
- People per square mile
- 1,249.6
Population and geography: U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Census. QuickFacts
Property taxes
Dover property tax rate
Dover’s 2025 nominal tax rate is $19.68 per $1,000 of assessed value.
Municipal
$6.91 per $1,000
County
$1.83 per $1,000
State education
$1.16 per $1,000
Local education
$9.78 per $1,000
The four components add to the $19.68 per $1,000 total rate. Rates set by the New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration for 2025; source data.
Your tax bill is based on the property’s assessed value, which may differ from its purchase price. Use the assessment on the property record with the property tax calculator, or read the New Hampshire property tax guide.
Housing
Housing around Dover
ZIP-area estimates for the area around Dover. Background context, not a valuation and not current listing data.
- Median home value
- $433,627
- Median gross rent
- $1,607/mo
- Housing units
- 15,042
- Owner-occupied
- 53%
- Average commute
- 22.7 min
Where Dover sits
Straight-line distances
Straight-line distances from the town centre; actual travel varies.
- Portsmouth, NH
- 10 mi
- Manchester, NH
- 32 mi
- Boston, MA
- 59 mi
- Nearest passenger rail — Dover, NH
- 0.1 mi
Dover, NH is served by Amtrak Downeaster. Check current schedules with the operator.
The community
Living in Dover
Dover is a Seacoast city on the Cocheco River, with a downtown centered on its historic mill buildings and access to the Spaulding Turnpike. The Downeaster stops at the Dover Transportation Center on Chestnut Street, connecting the city with Boston North Station and Maine. Compare the full trip from a prospective home, including station access, parking and the current timetable.
A Dover home search can include downtown condominiums, established residential neighborhoods and newer construction. Evaluate the individual property: permitted use, assessed value and tax bill, flood exposure, water and sewer service, and any condominium documents. The city's assessing, planning and inspection offices are useful starting points for address-specific records.
Use the dated Dover market reports on this page to understand the reporting period and property type behind each figure. A town median is context, not a valuation of a particular home. Michael Bean can help you compare a Dover property with other Seacoast options using current listings, recent comparable sales and the practical details of your move.
Selling in Dover
What could your Dover home sell for?
Start with comparable sales, your home's condition and your timing. Michael Bean can help you put local market numbers in context and plan your next step.
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Local expertise
Bean Group agents in Dover
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Proximity
Nearby municipalities
Listed by straight-line distance from Dover.
FAQ
Dover real estate questions
How can I search homes for sale in Dover, NH?
Use the Dover search links on this page to see homes for sale, condos, upcoming open houses, or new and recently built homes. The full search lets you narrow by price, bedrooms and home type, then save and compare properties.
Where can I find the latest Dover housing market report?
The market section below the listings shows the latest published Dover report available on this site, with its reporting month and source. Open the full report for sales, prices and inventory. Report figures describe the stated period; current listings show today's available inventory.
How do I find out what my Dover home is worth?
Use the local contact form to request a home value review. Include your property address, recent improvements and expected timing, and select Sell or Both. An agent can compare relevant sales and your home's details; a town-wide median price is not an estimate of an individual property's value.
Can I get help buying and selling in Dover?
Yes. Select Buy, Sell or Both in the contact form and describe your plans. The town's assigned Bean Group agent can help with next steps. If you already work with a Bean Group agent, your existing relationship is retained.
Where is Dover, New Hampshire?
Dover is an incorporated city in Strafford County, New Hampshire, in the Seacoast. Recorded land area is 26.7 square miles.
Which municipalities are near Dover?
By straight-line distance, the nearest incorporated municipalities are Rollinsford (2.2 mi), Madbury (3.7 mi), Somersworth (3.9 mi), Durham (5.2 mi), Newington (7.5 mi). Proximity order is geographic only and does not imply shared borders or any ranking.
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