Is Contoocook, NH 03229 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Contoocook housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 43% of homes in Contoocook, NH 03229 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 47 days and there were 1.8 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 29 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 50%, homes sold more slowly (37 days then) and the median sale price rose 4% to $592,244. Overall, Contoocook is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Within Merrimack County, homes here sell more slowly than in 71% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 63%. On our competition score, Contoocook ranks #62 of 116 NH ZIP codes with enough sales (score 66 out of 100).

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Wilmot 03287 (0% sold over asking) or Andover 03216 (14% sold over asking), while North Sutton 03260 (100% sold over asking) and Danbury 03230 (75% sold over asking) are even more competitive.