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Nashua, NH

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This thriving community embodies timeless New England charm.

College Commuter Suburb Stadium Sports River Parks Outdoors Convenient

Nashua is a fairly small city right on the Massachusetts state line, 25 minutes south of Manchester and under one hour north of Boston. Downtown is a thriving walking district of storefronts and locally-owned cafes housed in classic New England architecture.

When you’re looking to get some exercise or just unwind and enjoy the peace and quiet, the Riverwalk loop provides a scenic and tranquil footpath along the banks of the Merrimack River. Holman Stadium is a popular venue for everything from community sports to major concerts from touring musicians. The city is also home to the campuses for seven small colleges, with a combined student population of around 15,000; this has helped support a thriving nightlife scene, with a collective of bars and clubs serving up good times for every taste. Partly thanks to the presence of a large research community from the local colleges, Nashua has seen the growth of a thriving tech sector over the years. It’s no wonder that Nashua is the first and only city in America to earn the number-one spot TWICE on Money magazine’s list of Best Places to Live in America.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Nashua, NH is $1,745 for a studio, $1,959 for one bedroom, $2,268 for two bedrooms, and $2,409 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Nashua has increased by 3.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,959/month
713 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,090/month
1,941 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

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Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Charlotte Ave Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

333 Students

8
out of 10

Bicentennial Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

541 Students

7
out of 10

Main Dunstable School

Public

Grades K-5

416 Students

7
out of 10

New Searles School

Public

Grades PK-5

307 Students

7
out of 10

Sunset Heights School

Public

Grades K-5

355 Students

5
out of 10

Elm Street Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

874 Students

4
out of 10

Pennichuck Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

559 Students

4
out of 10

Fairgrounds Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

561 Students

3
out of 10

Nashua High School North

Public

Grades 9-12

1,594 Students

5
out of 10

Nashua High School South

Public

Grades 9-12

1,743 Students

4
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Mine Falls Park
  • Nashua National Fish Hatchery
  • Beaver Brook Association
  • Silver Lake State Park
  • Ponemah Bog Wildlife Sanctuary

Airports

  • Manchester Boston Regional

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Living in Nashua

Restaurants

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Whether you love pub food, Indian dishes, pizza, or something in between, you can find anything you want in the Nashua area to satisfy your dining needs. The India Palace offers excellent Indian food for the discerning palate. The prices are great, and the food is wonderful. If you prefer a cozy cafe atmosphere, check out The Seedling Cafe that has great vegetarian fare or The City Room Cafe that we recommend to go and have a full breakfast.

When you want some pizza, Bertucci's Pizza over on Amherst Street is one of the national chain stores in Nashua where you can get high quality food at a reasonable price. The restaurant is delicious and clean, with friendly staff.

Transportation

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The public transportation is easy to use throughout Nashua, and the Nashua Transit System provides modern buses and senior transportation services throughout the week. The schedule is easy to read and if you have any questions simply contact the Nashua Transit System to find out schedules and ride options.

Shopping

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If you love to shop, look for apartments in Nashua near Pheasant Lane Mall on Daniel Webster Highway. Here you will be able to find just about anything you want or need, without ever having to leave the Nashua area. Whether you need a new spring wardrobe, or furniture for the new apartment you have found, the Pheasant Lane Mall is a great place to shop.

Downton Nashua, NH is also a great area to shop, dine and live. If you love small boutique shops and an active atmosphere, search for apartments in the downtown area. With plenty of places to shop and a variety of excellent restaurants, downtown Nashua is a wonderful place to spend some time.

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