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DOVER, NH 03820

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Strafford County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
75
⇧ 7.1% vs 70 last year
Pending
41
55% pending ratio
Median Price
$639,900
⇧ 2.3% vs $625,225 last year
Average Price
$918,926
⇩ 6.4% vs $981,416 last year
Days on Market
87
⇧ 31.8% vs 66 days last year

Market Context

Population: 32,925  ·  Density: 466.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $90,868

Typical home value: $364,649  ·  Homeownership: 52.0%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The DOVER, NH real estate market (03820) currently shows 75 active listings, with 41 pending sales. Homes are averaging 87 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 2.3% year-over-year, from $625,225 to $639,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 75 this year vs 70 last year
  • Days on market: 87 now vs 66 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $639,900 (+2.3% YoY)
  • Average: $918,926 (-6.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 12.8 miles — 324 listings ($345,191,827 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
03820Dover, NH 038200.0 mi75$68,919,450$639,900$918,926
03869Rollinsford, NH 038693.1 mi2$659,800$329,900$329,900
03824Durham, NH 038245.3 mi7$6,813,331$646,000$973,333
03839Rochester, NH 038397.1 mi13$5,372,250$407,450$413,250
03861Lee, NH 038617.8 mi7$4,707,150$649,900$672,450
03825Barrington, NH 038258.1 mi29$22,089,590$622,450$761,710
03801Portsmouth, NH 038019.0 mi98$109,236,680$828,000$1,114,660
03904Kittery, ME 039049.4 mi20$30,336,000$1,001,500$1,516,800
03909York, ME 0390910.3 mi40$65,819,240$1,089,000$1,645,481
03856Newfields, NH 0385611.2 mi5$5,624,720$1,199,925$1,124,944
03906North Berwick, ME 0390612.0 mi7$4,061,498$499,000$580,214
03905Kittery Point, ME 0390512.4 mi8$11,514,168$1,325,000$1,439,271
03290Nottingham, NH 0329012.8 mi13$10,037,950$815,000$772,150

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DOVER, NH 03820?

As of January 2026, there are 75 active listings in DOVER, NH (zip code 03820), compared to 70 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DOVER, NH 03820?

The median listing price in DOVER, NH 03820 is $639,900 as of January 2026, a 2.3% increase from $625,225 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in DOVER, NH?

Homes in DOVER, NH 03820 spend an average of 87 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 66 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DOVER, NH 03820?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, DOVER, NH 03820 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in DOVER, NH?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DOVER, NH 03820 save an estimated $12,798 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $639,900. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.