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$1,486,933$897 / 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 88How 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

288 BEAR IS

MEREDITH, NH 03253
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,657 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.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2012
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

$1.5M
$1.3M low$1.7M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,101 (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.$857,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$594,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$263,000

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.8 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.Cape Cod
CountyBELKNAP
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.45
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Boat access

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

E
Sandwich Central SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 12.0 mi

District: Inter-Lakes School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 03253These 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.162
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
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.63%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.6,525
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.133 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,466
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,700
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

288 Bear Is 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 93% of homes in Belknap County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Belknap County
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Belknap County
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Meredith 03253

What homes are worth in Meredith 03253

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

This home
$294K$4.4M

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Meredith 03253.

How it measures up in Meredith 03253

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Meredith 03253.

Estimated value$1,486,933
CheaperTypical $819,199Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$897
CheaperTypical $483Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,657 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,588 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.79 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built2012
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 288 Bear Is ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMeredith 03253Belknap County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,486,93378% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$89777% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,657 ft²53% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac33% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than201290% of homes90% of homes

About 288 Bear Is

How much is 288 Bear Is, Meredith, NH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 288 Bear Is, Meredith, NH is $1,486,933 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,313,976 to $1,659,890. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 288 Bear Is, Meredith, NH last sell?

288 Bear Is, Meredith, NH last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 288 Bear Is, Meredith, NH?

288 Bear Is, Meredith, NH has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,657 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 288 Bear Is, Meredith, NH built?

288 Bear Is, Meredith, NH was built in 2012, making it 14 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 288 Bear Is, Meredith, NH?

288 Bear Is, Meredith, NH is assigned to Sandwich Central School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Inter-Lakes School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 288 Bear Is, Meredith, NH compare to other homes in Meredith 03253?

Among the 4,540 homes in Meredith 03253, it is worth more than 78% of them ($1,486,933 against a typical $819,199), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($897 against a typical $483), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,657 ft² against a typical 1,588 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 0.79 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (2012 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Belknap County, it is worth more than 93% 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 288 Bear Is, Meredith, NH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 288 Bear Is, Meredith, NH was $9,101. The county assessed it at $857,000.

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