Phil Smart
CRS, GRI, ABR, CNHS
(603) 472-7091
Bedford, New Hampshire
Sometimes referred to as the Beverly Hills of southern New Hampshire Bedford is strategically located at the southeast corner of Manchester, the state’s largest city. Located at the interchange of Routes 93, 293, 101 and 3, Bedford easily has the best highway access in the state.With Manchester next door and both Nashua and Concord within a 20 minute drive, Bedford is ideally situated for commuters. Add to this the fact that Boston is less than an hour away. The White Mountains, Atlantic Ocean and Lakes Region are all within an easy 45 minute drive and you have the perfect mix of business and leisure at you fingertips.
Unlike many southern New Hampshire communities Bedford saw nearly no development until the mid 1960’s, by which time solid zoning practices had been put into place. Virtually every Bedford neighborhood, from the most affordable to the most exclusive is well-designed and a pleasure to live in.
Bedford also offers one of the most pleasant lifestyles to be found in southern New Hampshire. With its homogenous neighborhoods, excellent schools, responsible local government, and a proliferation of youth-oriented activities, Bedford is a wonderful place to raise a family. Parks, playgrounds, pool, tennis courts, and numerous ball fields and gymnasiums make growing up in Bedford a stimulating and rewarding experience for parent and child.
Bedford also boasts one of the lowest tax rates in the area. Much of the credit belongs to responsible local government. Couple this with a solid retail, office and commercial base and one of the highest average property values in southern New Hampshire and prospects for maintaining this favorable tax position are virtually assured.
For family, career, leisure, and a solid real estate investment, Bedford is one choice that’s hard to beat.