Hampton Beach, Portsmouth, NH
Hampton Beach — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Hampton Beach, Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the New Hampshire Real Estate Commission licensing database.
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Hampton Beach Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Hampton Beach is a vibrant, iconic coastal neighborhood within the city of Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Known for its expansive sandy beach, lively boardwalk, and seasonal events, it blends tourist energy with a tight-knit residential community.
Housing & Real Estate
The housing mix includes classic New England beach cottages, modern condominiums, and year-round single-family homes. The median home value in the area is approximately $460,200, reflecting its desirable waterfront location.
Schools & Education
As part of Portsmouth, residents are served by the highly-regarded Portsmouth School District. Students may attend local elementary schools before progressing to Portsmouth Middle and Portsmouth High School.
Parks & Recreation
The main attraction is the mile-long Hampton Beach State Park, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and summer concerts. The neighborhood also provides easy access to boating, fishing, and scenic walks along the coast.
Local Dining & Shopping
The bustling Ocean Boulevard strip features classic seafood shacks, casual eateries, ice cream parlors, and souvenir shops. For more upscale dining and boutique shopping, downtown Portsmouth is just a short drive away.
Who Lives Here
The community is a blend of year-round residents, seasonal homeowners, and vacation renters. The area boasts a strong economic profile, with a median household income of about $92,745.
Hampton Beach Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $460K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $93K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 75.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 24.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 4.7% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Balanced | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 03842 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Hampton Beach, Portsmouth
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Hampton Beach
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: New Hampshire Real Estate Commission — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-17