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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $525,000 on Aug 7, 2025

42 FOREST ST

DOVER, NH 03820
6
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,992 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.
3,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$525,000 · Aug 7, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,112 (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.$513,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$161,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$352,100

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
CountySTRAFFORD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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
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(6)

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

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

E
Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne StreetB-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.9 mi
M
Dover Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Dover High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Dover School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 03820These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.106

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,546
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,143 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$98,826
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,547
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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

42 Forest 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.

  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Strafford County
  • Among the smallest lots in Strafford County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Strafford County

How it measures up in Dover 03820

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dover 03820.

Living area1,992 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,674 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 42 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDover 03820Strafford County
Living areabigger than1,992 ft²64% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²2% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than189010% of homes8% of homes

About 42 Forest St

When did 42 Forest St, Dover, NH last sell?

42 Forest St, Dover, NH last sold on Aug 7, 2025 for $525,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42 Forest St, Dover, NH?

42 Forest St, Dover, NH has 6 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,992 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 42 Forest St, Dover, NH built?

42 Forest St, Dover, NH was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Forest St, Dover, NH?

42 Forest St, Dover, NH is assigned to Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street (elementary), rated B-; Dover Middle School (middle), rated B-; Dover High School (high). All sit in Dover School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Forest St, Dover, NH compare to other homes in Dover 03820?

Among the 9,553 homes in Dover 03820, it is bigger than 64% of them (1,992 ft² against a typical 1,674 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1890 against a typical 1976). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 42 Forest St, Dover, NH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Forest St, Dover, NH was $10,112. The county assessed it at $513,800.

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