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$277,842$176 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

253 MAIN ST

ALTON, NH 03809
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,582 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$278K
$240K low$316K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,890 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$145,600 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$41,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$104,500

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.40 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyBELKNAP
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Alton Central School (Elementary)C+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Prospect Mountain High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Prospect Mountain High School Joint Maintenance Agreement District

Neighborhood · ZIP 03809These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.120

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.69%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,428
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.82 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,054
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$123,748
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

253 Main St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 98% of homes in Alton 03809
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Belknap County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Alton 03809
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Alton 03809
  • Older than 91% of homes in Belknap County

What homes are worth in Alton 03809

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$261K$3.4M

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Alton 03809.

How it measures up in Alton 03809

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alton 03809.

Estimated value$277,842
CheaperTypical $528,647Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$176
CheaperTypical $263Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,582 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,964 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 253 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlton 03809Belknap County
Estimated valuepricier than$277,8422% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1765% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,582 ft²35% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac2% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than190011% of homes9% of homes

About 253 Main St

How much is 253 Main St, Alton, NH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Main St, Alton, NH is $277,842 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $239,687 to $315,997. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Main St, Alton, NH last sell?

253 Main St, Alton, NH last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Main St, Alton, NH?

253 Main St, Alton, NH has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,582 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 253 Main St, Alton, NH built?

253 Main St, Alton, NH was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 253 Main St, Alton, NH?

253 Main St, Alton, NH is assigned to Alton Central School (Elementary) (elementary), rated C+; Prospect Mountain High School (high), rated C. All sit in Prospect Mountain High School Joint Maintenance Agreement District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Main St, Alton, NH compare to other homes in Alton 03809?

Among the 1,977 homes in Alton 03809, it is worth more than 2% of them ($277,842 against a typical $528,647), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($176 against a typical $263), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,582 ft² against a typical 1,964 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1900 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Belknap County, it is worth more than 6% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 253 Main St, Alton, NH?

The 2024 property tax bill for 253 Main St, Alton, NH was $1,890. The county assessed it at $145,600.

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