Buying a Home in the Sunapee Region: Price Guide by Town
Lake Sunapee, New Hampshire, photo credit: Ridgelight Studio
Buying a home in the Sunapee Region can mean different things depending on which town you choose. Prices vary across the area, from lakefront properties to ski-area homes and rural settings. This page provides a snapshot of rolling 12-month housing data for single-family homes in key towns including New London, Sunapee, Newbury, and Grantham, so you can compare costs and understand what drives pricing in each community.
If you have questions about the data or want insights tailored to your search, reach out to our team. We’re happy to help you understand the numbers behind your next move. For a more detailed breakdown of home prices, taxes, and expenses, click the town links below.
This is part of an ongoing series—check back as we add more towns such as Sutton, Newport, and Wilmot.
Sunapee Region Snapshot (Rolling 12 Months)*
- Median list price: $509,000
- Median sold price: $500,000
- Number of homes sold: 637
- Average days on market: 36
In the past 12 months, homes in the Sunapee Region sold at a median of $490,000, with 665 properties changing hands. Compared to the New Hampshire statewide median sold price of $530,000, the region’s housing market shows a slightly lower median sales price.
Town-by-Town Breakdown
- Median list price: $550,000
- Median sold price: $555,000
- Number of homes sold: 80
- Average days on market: 45
- Key Market Factors: Grantham’s housing market is shaped by its mix of Eastman community properties and non-association homes. Association fees influence the overall cost of living, while non-association homes often attract buyers seeking more privacy or lower ongoing expenses. View the full breakdown: How much does it cost to buy a home in Grantham, NH.
- Median list price: $649,000
- Median sold price: $650,000
- Number of homes sold: 57
- Average days on market: 37
- Key Market Factors: Combination of Lake Sunapee waterfront and mountain-area properties near Mount Sunapee Resort. View the full breakdown: How much does it cost to buy a home in Newbury, NH.
- Median list price: $775,000
- Median sold price: $788,000
- Number of homes sold: 75
- Average days on market: 27
- Key Market Factors: Mix of year-round and lake-access homes, proximity to Lake Sunapee, Little Lake Sunapee and Pleasant Lake as well as downtown amenities. View the full breakdown: How much does it cost to buy a home in New London, NH.
- Median list price: $730,000
- Median sold price: $730,000
- Number of homes sold: 57
- Average days on market: 37
- Key Market Factors: Lake Sunapee shoreline properties and proximity to Sunapee Harbor drive higher price points. View the full breakdown: How much does it cost to buy a home in Sunapee, NH.
The cost of buying a home in the Sunapee Region depends on several factors. Median sales prices vary by town, and property type makes a difference. Homes with lake access, mountain views, or large acreage often sell at higher values. The condition of the home is also important, as updated or well-maintained properties can command stronger prices. In addition to purchase price, buyers should factor in expenses like property taxes and insurance, which play a key role in overall costs.
Explore More Sunapee Region Resources
- Town Profiles: Learn what makes each Sunapee Region town unique
- What to Know When Buying Land in New Hampshire
- What to Know Before Buying a House on Lake Sunapee
- Monthly Home Sales Update: See which homes have sold each month by town
*Data represents single-family home sales for the rolling 12-month period ending January 2025.
** We define the Sunapee Region as the following 16 towns: Andover, Bradford, Croydon, Goshen, Grantham, Lempster, New London, Newbury, Newport, Springfield, Sunapee, Sutton, Unity, Warner, Washington and Wilmot.
***Data is from PrimeMLS and is subject to human error. Sometimes information outside of our control is uploaded to the system late which means our numbers could be off by one or two sales.
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