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$700,935$255 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $162,533 on Sep 19, 2022

278 SOUTHWEST RD

CANTERBURY, NH 03224
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,751 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.
6.74 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$701K
$637K low$765K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$162,533 · Sep 19, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,245 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$402,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$132,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$269,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$394,100

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.45
43
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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.Ranch
CountyMERRIMACK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.74
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Canterbury Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Belmont Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 9.0 mi
H
Belmont High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.7 mi

District: Shaker Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 03224These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.117

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
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.2,509
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.62 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$110,031
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,164
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

278 Southwest Rd 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 more than 87% of homes in Canterbury 03224
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Canterbury 03224
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Merrimack County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Merrimack County
  • Among the newest homes in Canterbury 03224

What homes are worth in Canterbury 03224

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

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$236K$1M

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Canterbury 03224.

How it measures up in Canterbury 03224

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Canterbury 03224.

Estimated value$700,935
CheaperTypical $500,438Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$255
CheaperTypical $229Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area2,751 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,261 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size6.74 ac
SmallerTypical 5.07 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 278 Southwest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCanterbury 03224Merrimack County
Estimated valuepricier than$700,93587% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25569% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than2,751 ft²69% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.74 ac65% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homes

About 278 Southwest Rd

How much is 278 Southwest Rd, Canterbury, NH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Southwest Rd, Canterbury, NH is $700,935 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $636,852 to $765,018. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Southwest Rd, Canterbury, NH last sell?

278 Southwest Rd, Canterbury, NH last sold on Sep 19, 2022 for $162,533, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 278 Southwest Rd, Canterbury, NH?

278 Southwest Rd, Canterbury, NH has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,751 square feet of living space and a 6.74-acre lot.

When was 278 Southwest Rd, Canterbury, NH built?

278 Southwest Rd, Canterbury, NH was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 278 Southwest Rd, Canterbury, NH?

278 Southwest Rd, Canterbury, NH is assigned to Canterbury Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Belmont Middle School (middle), rated B-; Belmont High School (high), rated C. All sit in Shaker Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Southwest Rd, Canterbury, NH compare to other homes in Canterbury 03224?

Among the 1,047 homes in Canterbury 03224, it is worth more than 87% of them ($700,935 against a typical $500,438), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($255 against a typical $229), it is bigger than 69% of them (2,751 ft² against a typical 2,261 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (6.74 ac against a typical 5.07 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Merrimack County, it is worth more than 83% 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 278 Southwest Rd, Canterbury, NH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 Southwest Rd, Canterbury, NH was $8,245. The county assessed it at $402,400.

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