Alexandria, New Hampshire Real Estate & Homes
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3 Homes for Sale in Alexandria, NH
Alexandria is the sleeper of Newfound Lake — it touches the lake along a short piece of the southwest shore, and the rest is classic rural New Hampshire, running up the eastern flank of Mount Cardigan and its AMC lodge. There are currently 3 Alexandria homes for sale, each with live MLS pricing and photos.
Why Buyers Choose Alexandria
Alexandria is where your dollar goes furthest on Newfound: buyers trade proximity for acreage, and many properties come with deeded rights to a shared beach on the lake. If the plan is a garage, a view and a ten-minute drive to your boat, this is the town. search all homes for sale in Alexandria.
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Market Insights — Homes for Sale in Alexandria, NH
Homes for Sale in Alexandria, NH
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Alexandria, NH Real Estate Statistics
Computed from the active residential listings in the MLS right now — a live snapshot, not a valuation.
Alexandria Real Estate FAQs
How many homes are for sale in Alexandria?
There are 3 active MLS listings matching this search in Alexandria right now. Asking prices currently run from $209,900 to $1,499,000. This page reads the live feed, so the count changes as homes come on and go under contract.
What is the average price of homes in Alexandria?
Active listings for homes in Alexandria currently average $836,267 with a median asking price of $799,900. Averages move with the mix of homes on the market at any moment, so treat them as a snapshot rather than a valuation.
How long have homes in Alexandria been on the market?
The active listings on this page have been on the market for an average of 63 days so far. Well-priced homes often move faster than the average, so if you're watching this market it pays to see new listings early.
How can I see new homes in Alexandria before anyone else?
Use the Get Alerts button at the top of this page — it saves exactly this search and emails you when a matching listing hits the MLS. Or contact our local team and tell us what you're looking for; we watch this market every day.
What is the ZIP code for Alexandria, NH?
Alexandria shares the 03222 (Bristol) ZIP code.
What is Alexandria, NH known for?
Alexandria touches Newfound Lake along a short southwest stretch, and the rest is rural New Hampshire running up the eastern flank of Mount Cardigan, home to the AMC Cardigan Lodge.
Is Alexandria the most affordable Newfound Lake town?
Generally yes — buyers trade proximity to the water for acreage, and many Alexandria properties come with deeded rights to a shared beach on the lake rather than private frontage.
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Around Alexandria
Schools, everyday places and nearby destinations near AlexandriaSource: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.
Alexandria Real Estate Trends
The Alexandria real estate market currently counts 3 active listings. Asking prices currently span $209,900 to $1,499,000, with a median of $799,900. This page reads directly from the MLS, so the count and pricing here reflect what's actually for sale today rather than a stale snapshot.
Homes here are averaging 63 days on the market before going under contract — worth watching whether you're timing an offer or thinking about when to list.
Listings are spread across price points, with the Under $300K band the deepest at roughly 33% of inventory. The most common layout on the market right now is the 3 beds home. Use the snapshot below to see the full distribution, then browse the live listings above to dig into any slice.
Inventory by Property Type
- Single Family Homes3(100%)
Listings by Asking Price
- Under $300K1(33%)
- $750K–$1M1(33%)
- $1M+1(33%)
Listings by Bedrooms
- 3 Beds3(100%)
Things to Do In and Around Alexandria
Alexandria is a small, rural town southwest of Newfound Lake, best known as the home base for Mount Cardigan's hikes. It is inland and wooded rather than on the water, and much of what draws people here is the mountain, the forest, and the affordable space you get away from the lakefront.
Mount Cardigan
Cardigan's bare granite dome (3,155 feet) and its summit fire tower give 360-degree views over the White Mountains, the Lakes Region, and into Vermont and Maine on clear days. Alexandria is home to the AMC Cardigan Lodge, run by the Appalachian Mountain Club since 1934, at the mountain's eastern foot on Shem Valley Road. From the lodge's 1,200-acre reservation you can pick up the steep Holt Trail or the gentler Manning Trail — note the shortest, busiest West Ridge route is on the far side of the mountain in Orange.
Newfound Lake, a short drive east
One of the cleanest, clearest lakes in New Hampshire and the third-largest lying entirely within the state, Newfound is only a short drive east through Bristol. Alexandria itself is off the shoreline, so most residents reach the water by driving to a beach, a boat launch, or one of the neighboring lake towns.
Wellington State Park
On the southwest shore in Bristol, Wellington has the largest freshwater swimming beach in the New Hampshire state park system, along with picnic areas, non-motorized boating, and a hiking trail that connects toward Welton Falls and Cardigan. It is open roughly mid-May through Columbus Day and is the easiest lake day for Alexandria families.
Rural farms, forest, and the Fowler River
This is quiet, working countryside — woodlots, small farms, dirt roads, and the Fowler River running down out of the hills. It rewards people who want privacy, room for animals or a garden, and easy access to trails and back roads rather than shops and nightlife.
Snowmobiling and winter trails
Alexandria's woods and old logging roads tie into the regional snowmobile trail network, and the same terrain draws cross-country skiers and snowshoers. Cardigan Lodge's historic Civilian Conservation Corps ski trails on the mountain's east side are part of the winter draw.
Affordability and space
Compared with the lakefront towns just east, Alexandria is noticeably more affordable, and you generally get more land and privacy for the money. The trade-off is honest: it is rural and off the lake, so you buy space and quiet rather than a dock and a village center.
Living in Alexandria Year-Round
Winter
Winters are real and rural — snow, cold, and back roads that demand a capable vehicle and a plan for plowing. Snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing come right to the door, and Cardigan's summit draws winter hikers with microspikes and snowshoes. Services and the nearest grocery run are a drive away in Bristol or Plymouth.
Spring
Spring is muddy and unhurried as the frost comes out of the dirt roads and the Fowler River runs high with snowmelt. Trails can be soft and wet well into the season, so lower woods walks tend to open before the higher ledges dry out. It is a quiet stretch before the summer visitors arrive.
Summer
Summer is the busy season, with hikers heading up Cardigan and lake days a short drive east at Wellington and around Newfound. Days are warm, evenings cool, and the woods stay green and shaded. Alexandria stays calmer than the lakeshore towns, which is part of the appeal for people who want to be near the action without living in it.
Fall
Foliage is the highlight — Cardigan's open summit gives one of the best autumn panoramas in the region, and the surrounding hills turn color through late September and October. The air is crisp, the crowds thin after Columbus Day, and it is prime hiking weather. It is a good time to see the town at its quiet best before winter sets in.
Getting Here & Around Alexandria
Alexandria sits on rural roads southwest of Newfound Lake, reached from I-93 Exit 23 through Bristol, and a car is essential for everything here.
- BristolAbout 15 minutes east for groceries, dining, hardware, and everyday services — the practical town center for Alexandria.
- PlymouthAbout 30 minutes north, with more shopping, medical care, Plymouth State University, and I-93 access.
- ConcordAbout 45 minutes south to the state capital for larger stores, hospitals, and state offices.
- Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT)Roughly 1 hour 15 minutes south — the closest airport and usually the easiest to fly from.
- BostonAbout 2 hours and roughly 108 miles south via I-93.
- Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)Around 2 hours 15 minutes, depending on traffic through the city.
Alexandria vs. Nearby Towns
Alexandria shares Newfound Lake and Mount Cardigan country with a handful of small neighbors, each with a different balance of water, services, and quiet.
Bristol
The service hub of the Newfound area, with a walkable downtown, shops, restaurants, and Wellington State Park on the lake. If Alexandria is where you go for space and quiet, Bristol is where you go for errands, dinner, and the beach.
Bridgewater
A small town along Newfound Lake's eastern shore, with more shoreline and lake access than inland Alexandria. It trades Alexandria's rural affordability for proximity to the water.
Hebron
A tiny, picturesque village at the north end of Newfound Lake, known for its classic common and quiet, upscale lakeside character. It is even smaller and more secluded than Alexandria, with a different, waterside feel.