Is Barnstead, NH 03218 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Barnstead housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 13% of homes in Barnstead, NH 03218 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 95 days and there were 1.6 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 8 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 25%, homes sold more slowly (47 days then) and the median sale price rose 45% to $602,689. Overall, Barnstead is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Within Belknap County, homes here sell more slowly than in any other ZIP code in the county, and sell less often over asking than in 83%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Center Harbor 03226 (8% sold over asking) or Gilmanton 03237 (10% sold over asking), while Sanbornton 03269 (39% sold over asking) and Belmont 03220 (29% sold over asking) are even more competitive.