Published November 21, 2025

What’s Happening in the Bristol New Hampshire Housing Market? – November 21, 2025 Update

Written by Adam Dow

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Seller’s Perspective

Demand & Activity: The pending ratio is low at 9%, indicating limited buyer urgency and a slower-moving market. On average, homes are taking 115 days to go under contract, with a median of 118 days on market for active listings.
Pricing Power: Sellers are achieving about 97.7% of their final list price on average, showing that realistic pricing is crucial—overpricing leads to longer market times and potential price reductions.
Inventory: Months supply is at 2.2, which is still considered a seller-favorable level, but the slow pending activity suggests buyers are cautious or selective.
Advice: Price competitively from the start and ensure your property stands out, as buyers have time to consider options. Expect negotiations, but well-prepared, well-priced homes can still achieve strong sale-to-list ratios.

Buyer’s Perspective

Selection & Negotiation: With an average of 22 active listings and a slower market pace, buyers have more leverage and time to make decisions. The average days on market for sold homes is 58, so there’s opportunity to negotiate, especially on properties that have lingered.
Pricing Trends: The average sale price is $589,402, and buyers are typically able to purchase at about 97.7% of the final list price—slightly below asking in many cases.
Market Segments: Most activity is concentrated in the $500k+ segment, but lower price ranges ($200k–$500k) have seen very limited pending or closed activity, suggesting less competition in those brackets.
Advice: Take your time to evaluate options and negotiate confidently, especially on homes that have been on the market well above the average days. Watch for price reductions and be prepared to move when you find the right fit, as inventory remains relatively tight compared to historical norms.

Key Takeaway: The Bristol, NH market is balanced but tilting toward buyers due to slow pending activity and longer days on market. Sellers must price sharply and present homes well, while buyers can shop carefully and negotiate, especially on stale listings.

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