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$900,733$389 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $853,000 on Aug 11, 2025

8 ESSEX DR

BOW, NH 03304
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,317 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.
5.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1992
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$901K
$796K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$853,000 · Aug 11, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,133 (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.$704,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$172,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$532,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$554,800

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.57
94
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
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.
87
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.78 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Colonial
CountyMERRIMACK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.24
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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.

H
Bow High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
E
Bow Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 3.5 mi
M
Bow Memorial SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.6 mi

District: Bow School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 03304These 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.21
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.108

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.9%
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.8,739
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.308 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$151,395
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$174,925
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

8 Essex Dr 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 94% of homes in Merrimack County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Merrimack County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Merrimack County
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Bow 03304
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Merrimack County

What homes are worth in Bow 03304

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

This home
$330K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Bow 03304.

How it measures up in Bow 03304

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bow 03304.

Estimated value$900,733
CheaperTypical $618,248Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$389
CheaperTypical $313Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area2,317 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,002 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size5.24 ac
SmallerTypical 2.07 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1992
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 8 Essex Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBow 03304Merrimack County
Estimated valuepricier than$900,73390% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38989% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than2,317 ft²67% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.24 ac91% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than199267% of homes70% of homes

About 8 Essex Dr

How much is 8 Essex Dr, Bow, NH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Essex Dr, Bow, NH is $900,733 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $795,858 to $1,005,608. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Essex Dr, Bow, NH last sell?

8 Essex Dr, Bow, NH last sold on Aug 11, 2025 for $853,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 Essex Dr, Bow, NH?

8 Essex Dr, Bow, NH has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,317 square feet of living space and a 5.24-acre lot.

When was 8 Essex Dr, Bow, NH built?

8 Essex Dr, Bow, NH was built in 1992, making it 34 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Essex Dr, Bow, NH?

8 Essex Dr, Bow, NH is assigned to Bow High School (high), rated B+; Bow Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Bow Memorial School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Bow School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Essex Dr, Bow, NH compare to other homes in Bow 03304?

Among the 2,814 homes in Bow 03304, it is worth more than 90% of them ($900,733 against a typical $618,248), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($389 against a typical $313), it is bigger than 67% of them (2,317 ft² against a typical 2,002 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (5.24 ac against a typical 2.07 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1992 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Merrimack County, it is worth more than 94% 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 8 Essex Dr, Bow, NH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Essex Dr, Bow, NH was $14,133. The county assessed it at $704,900.

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