Is Alstead, NH 03602 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Alstead housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 20% of homes in Alstead, NH 03602 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 60 days and there were 6.7 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. That’s based on 10 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold more slowly (50 days then) and the median sale price rose 30% to $444,808. Overall, Alstead is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Cheshire County, homes here sell more slowly than in 64% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 73%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Walpole 03608 (0% sold over asking) or West Chesterfield 03466 (0% sold over asking), while Westmoreland 03467 (67% sold over asking) and Chesterfield 03443 (60% sold over asking) are even more competitive.