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Lakes Region Real Estate Market 2026: Prices, Inventory & New Housing Laws

Randy Miller — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:29:46 +0000

As we move deeper into the summer of 2026, the Lakes Region real estate market is showing a welcome shift: more choices for buyers without a collapse in values. After several years of extremely tight inventory, single-family homes for sale across the 25 towns that make up our region have climbed to 546 listings as ...

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How Baby Boomers Are Influencing Lakes Region Housing Trends in 2026

Frank Roche — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:51:01 +0000

Over the years, I’ve had an interest in following the Baby Boomer generation because they have been referred to as “The single greatest demographic event in U.S history.” The Boomers represent 76 million Americans born between 1945 and 1964. Unlike younger generations like Gen X’ers, the Millennials, or Gen Z’ers, Boomers have largely been able ...

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Historic Arlberg Inn Listed and Sold by Tom Drouin of Roche Realty Group, Inc.

Roche Realty Group — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:21:34 +0000

Tom Drouin of Roche Realty Group, Inc, recently sold the formerly known site, “Arlberg Inn” in Gilford, New Hampshire. This nostalgic Inn captured the rich skiing history of the area while highlighting its Austrian roots and deep connections to Gunstock Mountain Resort. The Arlberg Inn was a landmark that served as the heart of Gilford’s ...

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Lakes Region Real Estate Market 2026: 6-Month Review Compared to 2025

Frank Roche — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:37:18 +0000

As we celebrate the Fourth of July this weekend, it’s amazing to think our nation will commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Spectacular firework shows against stunning backdrops will be occurring everywhere. All sorts of unusual and one-off ways will highlight American history, ingenuity, and diversity throughout ...

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Multigenerational Homes in New Hampshire: A Practical Response to Housing Affordability

Randy Miller — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:45:13 +0000

New Hampshire has been actively working to address its housing affordability crisis through legislation and policy changes. In 2025, the state passed significant updates requiring municipalities to allow accessory dwelling units by right in single-family zones, easing restrictions on multi-family housing near jobs and transit, and creating incentives for communities that update outdated zoning rules. ...

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Affordable Housing Supply Gains Momentum From Washington to New Hampshire’s Lakes Region

Randy Miller — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:36:18 +0000

New state and federal bills focus on increasing housing supply — what it could mean for the Lakes Region. For years, many residents of the Lakes Region have felt the effects of rising home prices and limited choices. Whether it’s young families trying to stay in the area, longtime residents looking to downsize, or workers ...

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New Hampshire Real Estate Sales Activity Update

Frank Roche — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:35:32 +0000

Instead of cooling off, prices for single-family homes in New Hampshire have shown recent increases, putting more strikes on our affordability issues. According to the New Hampshire Association of Realtors, the median sales price of a single-family home in May jumped to a whooping $576,000 compared to $560,000 in April, that’s a 6.7% increase, which ...

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Lakes Region Camps and Development: Preserving Camp Heritage on New Hampshire’s Lakes

Randy Miller — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:06:02 +0000

Echoes from the Dock: Balancing Camp Heritage with Lakes Region Development For generations of New Hampshire families, summer camp has been more than just a childhood memory — it’s often been the first step toward owning a home in the Lakes Region. The scent of pine needles and woodsmoke, the slap of a screen door ...

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Lakes Region Land Market Shows Strength Amid Shifting Conditions

Randy Miller — Thu, 28 May 2026 14:06:10 +0000

New Hampshire’s Lakes Region continues to stand out in the state’s premier land market, offering higher prices and stronger demand compared to broader statewide trends. As of late May 2026, the region’s combination of limited inventory and desirable waterfront access is driving premium pricing, even as properties take longer to sell than in recent years. ...

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Salt Air or Fresh Water: Where Luxury Buyers Are Investing in New Hampshire

Frank Roche — Wed, 20 May 2026 14:21:34 +0000

It has finally arrived… Memorial Day weekend. The unofficial start to the summer season in the New Hampshire Lakes Region. Restaurants open up the patios, boats return to the water, and local resorts kick off their summer hours. Expect a flurry of activity, and get out there and enjoy our beautiful region. I was down ...

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