Merrimack, NH real estate FAQ

Michael earned his New Hampshire real estate license in 2021. He has been with Realty ONE Group Next Level in Bedford since 2023.

Merrimack first, since that is home. He also works across southern New Hampshire, including Litchfield, Bedford, Londonderry, Amherst, Nashua, Hudson, Milford, Derry, Manchester, Mont Vernon, Hollis, Windham, Goffstown, Auburn, Brookline, Wilton, Pelham, New Boston, Salem.

Yes, both. Of his 26 PrimeMLS sales, 22 were for buyers and 4 were for sellers. He has helped with single-family homes, condos, manufactured homes and land.

Yes. Several of his Zillow reviews come from first-time buyers. He walks you through each step, from pre-approval to keys.

Call or text 603.913.3485, or email michael@wilsonwillsell.com. His office is at Realty ONE Group Next Level, 40 Harvey Road, Bedford, NH 03110.

Michael Wilson is a REALTOR® with Realty ONE Group Next Level who grew up in Merrimack and still lives there. He has closed 26 sales in PrimeMLS since 2021, including 4 in Merrimack. He holds 4.8 stars from 22 Google reviews. Call or text him at 603.913.3485.

The median sale price for a single-family home in Merrimack was $590,000 in October 2026, per New Hampshire REALTORS®. For the year through October, the median was $620,000, up from $595,000 a year earlier. Prices on any one home depend on size, condition and street, so ask Michael for real comps.

Fast. Single-family homes in Merrimack sold in 18 days on market in October 2026, and 13 days for the year to date. Well-priced homes often get offers the first weekend.

It still leans toward sellers. Merrimack had 1.2 months of supply in October 2026, and a balanced market is usually around 5 to 6 months. But buyers have more to pick from than last year: 24 homes were for sale, up from 13.

Merrimack’s 2025 tax rate is $22.11 per $1,000 of assessed value. A home assessed at $400,000 would pay about $8,844 a year. Your bill uses the town’s assessed value, which can differ from what the home would sell for. New Hampshire has no state income tax or general sales tax.

Merrimack is in Hillsborough County, not Merrimack County. Yes, it’s confusing. No, Michael didn’t name it.

Merrimack’s zip code is 03054.

The Merrimack School District runs Reeds Ferry School (PK to 4), Thornton’s Ferry School (PK to 4), James Mastricola Elementary School (PK to 4), James Mastricola Upper Elementary School (5 to 6), Merrimack Middle School (7 to 8) and Merrimack High School (9 to 12). Check the district for current zones before you buy.

Merrimack has a few named villages: Merrimack Village (once called Souhegan Village), Thornton’s Ferry, Reeds Ferry and South Merrimack. Thornton’s Ferry is named for Matthew Thornton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence who is buried in town.

That depends on what you want, so here are the facts. Merrimack sits on the Merrimack and Souhegan rivers, has the F.E. Everett Turnpike running through it, and has parks like Wasserman Park and Horse Hill Nature Preserve. Big employers in town include Fidelity Investments, the Anheuser-Busch brewery, Connection and BAE Systems. Michael grew up here and chose to stay, which tells you how he votes.

Use both. Zillow is great for looking. A local agent helps you write a strong offer, check comps, line up inspections and get to closing. In a market where homes sell in under three weeks, having someone who answers the phone helps.

Yes. New Hampshire lets owners sell without an agent. You handle pricing, marketing, showings, offers and paperwork yourself. Michael is happy to talk through both paths, no pressure.

Real estate commissions are not set by law. They are negotiable between you and the brokerage. Since August 2024, buyers sign a written agreement with their agent before touring homes, and that agreement spells out how the agent is paid. Ask Michael to walk you through it line by line.

Yes. Michael has closed 4 Merrimack sales in PrimeMLS: represented the buyer at $476,000 (Sep 2026); represented the buyer at $775,000 (Aug 2026); listed and sold at $357,000 (Aug 2026); represented the buyer at $400,000 (Jul 2025).