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Alton New Hampshire
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| Alton, NH |
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Community Contact
Town of Alton
Board of Selectmen
PO Box 659
Alton, NH
03809
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| Telephone |
(603) 875-2161 |
| Fax |
(603) 875-0207 |
| E-mail |
administrator@alton.nh.gov |
| Web Site |
www.alton.nh.gov
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| Municipal Office Hours |
Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
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| County |
Belknap |
| Labor Market Area |
Wolfeboro NH LMA |
| Tourism Region |
Lakes |
| Planning Commission |
Lakes Region |
| Regional Development |
Belknap County Economic Development Council
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| Election Districts |
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US Congress |
District 1 |
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Executive Council |
District
1 |
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State Senate |
District 4 |
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State Representative |
Belknap County District 5 |
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Incorporated: 1796
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Origin: Originally called New Durham Gore, the town was settled by a group from Roxbury, Massachusetts. The name Roxbury had already been used, so the town was named for the Alton family. The town's boundary evelopes the five-mile long Alton Bay, the southeastern point of Lake Winnipesaukee, and includes the southern side of Wolfeboro Harbor and all of the largest islands in the southeast end of the lake. Alton's 19.3 square miles of inland water area is the largest of any town in New Hampshire.
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Population, Year of the First Census Taken:
445 residents in 1790
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Population Trends:
Alton has grown well above the statewide average rate for four of the last five decades. After only a four percent between 1950-1960, decennial growth rates have been above thirty percent, peaking at a 48 percent increase between 1970-1980. Alton's population increased by 3,313 residents, going from 1,189 in 1950 to 4,502 residents in 2000. The 2004 Census estimate for Alton was 4,962 residents, which ranked 66th among New Hampshire's incorporated cities and towns.
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Population Density, 2004:
77.6 persons per square mile of land area. Alton contains 63.9 square miles of land area and 19.3 square miles of inland water area.
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Villages and Place Names:
Alton Bay, East Alton, Mount Major, South Alton, West Alton
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| Type of Government |
Selectmen |
| Budget: Municipal Appropriations, 2005 |
$5,018,998 |
| Budget: School Appropriations |
not available |
| Zoning Ordinance |
1970/04 |
| Master Plan |
2002 |
| Capitol Improvement Plan |
Yes |
| Industrial Plans Reviewed By |
Planning Board |
| Boards and Commissions |
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Elected:
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Board of Selectmen; Planning Board; Library Trustees; Cemetery Trustees; Budget Committee; Supvsr. of Check list; Trustees of Trust Funds; Water Comm.
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Appointed:
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Conservation Commission; Zoning Board; Parks & Recreation Commission
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| Police Department |
Full & part-time |
| Fire Department |
Full & part-time |
| Town Fire Insurance Rating |
6/9 |
| Emergency Medical Service |
Volunteer |
| Nearest Hospital(s): |
| Huggins Hospital, Wolfeboro |
| Distance: 13 miles |
Staffed Beds: 49 |
| Electric Supplier |
PSNH; NH Electric Coop.; Wolfeboro Electric |
| Natural Gas Supplier |
None |
| Water Supplier |
Alton Water Works |
| Sanitation |
Private septic |
| Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plant |
No |
| Solid Waste Disposal |
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Curbside Trash Pickup
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Private |
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Pay-As-You-Throw Program
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No |
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Recycling Program
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Mandatory |
| Telephone Company |
Verizon; Union |
| Cellular Telephone Access |
Yes |
| Cable Television Access |
Yes |
| Public Access Television Station |
Yes |
| High Speed Cable Internet Service: |
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Business
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Yes |
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Residential
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unknown |
| 2004 Total Tax Rate (per $1000 of value) |
$16.99 |
| 2004 Equalization Ratio |
62.1 |
| 2004 Full Value Tax Rate (per $1000 of value) |
$10.53 |
| 2004 Percent of Property Valuation by Type |
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Residential Land and Buildings
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94.0% |
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Commercial Land and Buildings
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5.5% |
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Other Property including Utilities
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0.6% |
| 2003 Total Housing Units |
3,847 |
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| 2003 Single-Family Units |
3,413 |
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Building Permits Issued
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100 |
| 2003 Multi-Family Units |
236 |
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Building Permits Issued
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4 |
| 2003 Manufactured Housing Units |
198 |
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| Total Population |
Community |
County |
| 2004 |
4,962 |
60,858 |
| 2000 |
4,528 |
56,576 |
| 1990 |
3,289 |
49,294 |
| 1980 |
2,440 |
42,884 |
| 1970 |
1,647 |
32,367 |
| Census 2000 Demographics |
| Population by Gender |
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Male
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2,238
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Female
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2,264 |
| Population by Age Group |
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Under age 5
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273 |
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Age 5 to 19
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887 |
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Age 20 to 34
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630 |
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Age 35 to 54
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1,472 |
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Age 55 to 64
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545 |
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Age 65 and over
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695 |
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Median Age
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41.4 years |
| Educational Attainment, population 25 years and over |
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High school graduate or higher
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87.9% |
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Bachelor's degree or higher
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21.5% |
| Per capita income |
$25,940 |
| Median 4-person family income |
$46,467 |
| Median household income |
$43,451 |
| Median Earnings, full-time, year-round workers |
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Male
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$37,585 |
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Female
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$29,375 |
| Families below the poverty level |
5.4% |
| Annual Average |
1994 |
2004 |
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Civilian Labor Force
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1,784 |
2,663 |
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Employed
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1,687 |
2,574 |
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Unemployed
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97 |
89 |
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Unemployment Rate
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5.4% |
3.3% |
| Goods Producing Industries |
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Average Employment
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23 |
71 |
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Average Weekly Wage
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$305 |
$625 |
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| Service Providing Industries |
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Average Employment
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437 |
543 |
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Average Weekly Wage
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$249 |
$449 |
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| Total Private Industry |
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Average Employment
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460 |
614 |
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Average Weekly Wage
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$252 |
$470 |
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| Government (Federal, State, and Local) |
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Average Employment
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134 |
244 |
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Average Weekly Wage
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$439 |
$528 |
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| Total, Private plus Government |
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Average Employment
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594 |
858 |
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Average Weekly Wage
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$294 |
$486 |
| n = indicates that the data does not meet disclosure standards |
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| Schools students attend: |
Alton operates grades K-8; grades 9-12 are jointly managed with Barnstead |
District: SAU
72/JMA |
| Career Technology Center(s): |
Region 9 Vocational Technical Center, Wolfeboro |
Region: 09 | |
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| Educational Facilities |
Elementary
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Middle/Junior High
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High School
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Private/Parochial
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Number of Schools |
1
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1
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Grade Levels |
P K 1-8
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9-12
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Total Enrollment |
578
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301
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| NH Licensed Child Care Facilities, 2004: |
Total Facilities: 3 |
Total Capacity: 114 | |
| Nearest Community/Technical
College:
Laconia |
| Nearest Colleges or
Universities: University of NH; McIntosh | |
| Alton School Department |
Education |
116 |
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| Town of Alton |
Municipal services |
110 |
1796 |
| McDonald's |
Fast food restaurant |
50 |
1995 |
| Dunkin' Donuts |
Donut shop |
20 |
1996 |
| Water Industries |
Commercial pumping systems |
20 |
1963 |
| Hillsgrove Machine |
Custom machine shop |
9 |
1979 |
| Alton Service Center |
Car repairs |
4 |
1996 |
| RF Plante Company |
Custom tooling, machinery |
3 |
1982 |
| Christian Conference Center |
Recreational/campground |
8 |
1863 |
| Alton Home & Lumber |
Hardware & lumber sales |
5 |
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| Road Access |
Federal Routes |
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State Routes |
11, 28 |
| Nearest Interstate, Exit |
I-93, Exit 20 |
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Distance |
21 miles |
| Railroad |
No |
| Public Transportation |
No |
| Nearest Airport |
Laconia |
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Runway |
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5,286 feet |
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Lighted? |
Yes
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Navigational Aids? |
Yes |
| Nearest Commercial Airport |
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Manchester
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Distance |
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48 miles
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| Driving distance to selected cities: |
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Manchester, NH |
41 miles |
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Portland, ME |
88 miles |
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Boston, MA |
91 miles |
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New York City, NY |
299 miles |
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Montreal, Quebec |
255 miles |
| Workers 16 years and over |
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Drove alone, car/truck/van |
80.2% |
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Carpooled, car/truck/van |
14.4% |
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Public transportation |
0.0% |
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Walked |
1.2% |
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Other Means |
0.3% |
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Worked at home |
3.9% |
| Mean Travel Time to Work |
31.1 minutes |
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| Percent of Working Residents: |
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Working in community of residence |
24% |
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Commuting to another NH community |
68% |
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Commuting out-of-state |
9% | |
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X
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Municipal Parks |
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X
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YMCA/YWCA |
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Boys Club/Girls Club |
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Golf Courses |
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Swimming: Indoor Facility |
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Swimming: Outdoor Facility |
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Tennis Courts: Indoor Faclity |
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X
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Tennis Courts: Outdoor Facility |
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Ice Skating Rink: Indoor Facility |
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Bowling Facilities |
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X
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Museums |
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Cinemas |
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Performing Arts Facilities |
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X
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Tourists Attractions |
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X
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Youth Organizations (i.e., Scouts, 4-H) |
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X
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Youth Sports: Baseball |
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X
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Youth Sports: Soccer |
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Youth Sports: Football |
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X
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Youth Sports: Basketball |
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Youth Sports: Hockey |
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X
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Campgrounds |
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X
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Fishing/Hunting |
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X
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Boating/Marinas |
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X
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Snowmobile Trails |
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Bicycle Trails |
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X
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Cross Country Skiing |
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X
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Beach or Waterfront Recreational Area |
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Nearest Ski Area(s): Gunstock |
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Other:
Boat launch; town docks | |
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Copyright 2005 Economic & Labor Market Information Bureau, NH Employment Security. All Rights Reserved. Updated 06/03/05
All information regarding the communities is from sources
deemed reliable and is submitted subject to errors, omissions,
modifications, and withdrawals without notice. No warranty or
representation is made as to the accuracy of the information contained
herein. Specific questions regarding individual cities and towns should be
directed to the community contact.
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| Here a sample of Homes Condos for sale on Alton NH. See all Alton NH Real Estate
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| Town |
Type |
Price |
Body of Water |
Bedrooms |
Water Frontage |
| Alton NH |
Home |
$3,250,000 |
Luxury Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 3 |
100 |
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| Alton NH |
Home New or Updated! |
$3,100,000 |
Luxury Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 4 |
297 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$2,450,000 |
Luxury Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 5 |
300 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$2,100,000 |
Luxury Waterfront on WINNIPESAUKEE |
Beds: 4 |
445 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$1,845,000 |
Luxury Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 4 |
140 |
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| Alton NH |
Home New or Updated! |
$1,695,000 |
Luxury Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 4 |
100 |
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| Alton NH |
Home New or Updated! |
$1,669,000 |
Luxury Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 4 |
234 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$1,250,000 |
Luxury Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 5 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$1,150,000 |
Luxury Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 3 |
190 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$970,000 |
Luxury Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 4 |
100 |
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| Alton NH |
Home New or Updated! |
$949,995 |
Luxury Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 3 |
105 |
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| Alton NH |
Home New or Updated! |
$938,000 |
Luxury Waterfront on Lake Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 5 |
100 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$900,000 |
Luxury Waterfront on WINNPESAUKEE |
Beds: 4 |
360 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$775,000 |
Luxury Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 4 |
350 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$749,900 |
Luxury Waterfront on Winniesaukee Lake |
Beds: 2 |
100 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$749,900 |
Luxury Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 3 |
80 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$729,000 |
Luxury Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 3 |
115 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$685,000 |
Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 2 |
100 |
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| Alton NH |
Home New or Updated! |
$649,900 |
Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 3 |
20 |
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| Alton NH |
Home New or Updated! |
$589,000 |
Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 5 |
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| Alton NH |
Condo |
$579,000 |
Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 2 |
212 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$550,000 |
Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 2 |
203 |
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| Alton NH |
Condo |
$549,000 |
Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 2 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$515,000 |
Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 3 |
97 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$482,000 |
Waterfront on winnipesaukee |
Beds: 3 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$470,000 |
Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 2 |
100 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$459,900 |
Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 3 |
58 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$459,711 |
Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 4 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$392,000 |
Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 4 |
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| Alton NH |
Home |
$375,000 |
Waterfront on Winnipesaukee |
Beds: 2 |
60 |
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