Center Harbor
Part of our Lake Winnipesaukee community guide
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4 Homes for Sale in Center Harbor
Center Harbor sits at the quiet north end of Lake Winnipesaukee, a classic small New Hampshire lake village between the big lake and Squam — home to Keepsake Quilting and a working harbor with long views down the broads. There are currently 4 waterfront and lake-access homes for sale in Center Harbor, each with live MLS pricing and photos.
Why Buyers Choose Center Harbor
Center Harbor trades the busier southern-shore scene for a village pace, with frontage on both Lake Winnipesaukee and nearby Squam and easy access to Meredith and Moultonborough. search all homes for sale in Center Harbor.
Center Harbor Real Estate FAQs
How many homes are for sale in Center Harbor?
There are 4 active MLS listings matching this search in Center Harbor right now. Asking prices currently run from $550,000 to $899,000. 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 Center Harbor?
Active listings for homes in Center Harbor currently average $645,975 with a median asking price of $575,000. 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 Center Harbor been on the market?
The active listings on this page have been on the market for an average of 64 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 Center Harbor 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 Center Harbor, NH?
Center Harbor's ZIP code is 03226.
What is Center Harbor, NH known for?
Center Harbor is a small village at the north end of Lake Winnipesaukee, known for its working harbor with long views down the broads and as the home of Keepsake Quilting.
Is Center Harbor on Lake Winnipesaukee or Squam Lake?
Both — Center Harbor sits between the two, with frontage on Lake Winnipesaukee and quick access to Squam, which is part of why buyers who want a quieter village base look here.
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Market Insights — Homes for Sale in Center Harbor
Homes for Sale in Center Harbor
4 listings
$575,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,510 sq.ft.
4 Fairway Heights Road, Center Harbor, NH, 03226
$559,900
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,248 sq.ft.
12 Overlook Drive, Center Harbor, NH, 03226
$550,000
4 bd | 2 ba | 2,340 sq.ft.
775 Winona Road, Center Harbor, NH, 03226
$899,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,538 sq.ft.
25 Elliot Road, Center Harbor, NH, 03226
Around Center Harbor
Schools, everyday places and nearby destinations near Center Harbor
Center Harbor Real Estate Trends
The Center Harbor real estate market currently counts 4 active listings. Asking prices currently span $550,000 to $899,000, with a median of $575,000. 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 64 days on the market before going under contract — worth watching whether you're timing an offer or thinking about when to list.
The market leans toward the $500K–$750K range, which holds about 75% of what's listed. 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 Homes4(100%)
Listings by Asking Price
- $500K–$750K3(75%)
- $750K–$1M1(25%)
Listings by Bedrooms
- 3 Beds3(75%)
- 4 Beds1(25%)
Things to Do In and Around Center Harbor
Center Harbor sits at the very top of Lake Winnipesaukee, a compact village tucked between Meredith and Moultonborough and a short drive from Squam Lake. It is a quiet, walkable place — a cluster of shops and restaurants near the water rather than a busy resort strip — with easy access to two of New Hampshire's most beloved lakes and the ridgelines that separate them.
The village and town docks
The heart of town is small and easy to walk — a handful of well-regarded spots like Canoe Restaurant & Tavern and the long-running Keepsake Quilting and Bayswater Book Co. on Main Street. Just off Route 25, the town docks and boat ramp on Lake Winnipesaukee give residents public slips and a launch, with an attendant collecting a fee from non-residents through the summer.
Squam Lake next door
Center Harbor shares shoreline with Squam Lake, the quieter, less-developed lake made famous by On Golden Pond. It is a place for kayaking, loon-watching, and slow paddling rather than crowds, and it sits only minutes from the village center.
Red Hill and the fire tower
Red Hill rises between Winnipesaukee and Squam, and its restored fire tower is one of the best short-hike payoffs in the Lakes Region. The main trailhead is reached from the Route 25 lights via Bean Road, and the roughly 3.5-mile loop climbs steadily to panoramic views of both lakes, the Ossipees, and the Sandwich Range.
The M/S Mount Washington stop
Center Harbor is a port of call for the M/S Mount Washington, which cruises Lake Winnipesaukee from late spring through October and calls here on alternating days. It is also the ship's winter home port, so the vessel is a familiar sight at the top of the lake year-round.
Boating and swimming
The sheltered harbor at the head of the lake makes for calm water — good for a town-beach swim, a sail, or an easy launch for stand-up paddleboards and kayaks. From here boaters have the whole of Winnipesaukee's northern basin to explore.
Services a few minutes away
The village keeps everyday errands close, and neighboring Meredith — just south around the bay — fills in the rest with grocery stores, restaurants, medical offices, and shopping, all within roughly a ten-minute drive.
Living in Center Harbor Year-Round
Winter
Winters are genuinely quiet here, with the summer crowds gone and the M/S Mount Washington laid up at its home dock in the harbor. Snow supports snowmobiling and snowshoeing on nearby conservation land, and Gunstock's slopes are a short drive south. Expect real New England cold and to keep a plow contact on speed dial.
Spring
Spring is a slow thaw — mud season on the back roads, ice going out on the lakes, and the trails on Red Hill drying out through April and May. The village reawakens gradually as seasonal shops and restaurants prepare for the return of visitors.
Summer
Summer is the busy season, when the harbor fills with boats and the Mount Washington resumes its cruises. Days are spent on the two lakes and evenings in the village, and traffic on Route 25 picks up noticeably — though Center Harbor stays calmer than the bigger tourist hubs on the lake.
Fall
Autumn is arguably the finest stretch, with foliage lighting up Red Hill and the ridges around Squam Lake. The tour boats run into October, the crowds thin after Labor Day, and crisp, clear days make for some of the best hiking and driving of the year.
Getting Here & Around Center Harbor
Center Harbor sits at the junction of Routes 25, 25B, and US 3 at the northern tip of Lake Winnipesaukee, making it an easy hub for reaching the rest of the region.
- Boston, MAAbout 2 hours south by car — roughly 110 miles via I-93 and Route 3/104.
- Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT)The closest airport, about 50 minutes to an hour south, and the simplest option for flying in and out.
- Boston Logan (BOS)Around 2 to 2.5 hours depending on traffic, for the widest range of flights.
- MeredithJust south around the bay — roughly 10 minutes for groceries, dining, and everyday services.
- Gunstock, GilfordThe nearest full ski area, about 30 to 40 minutes south along the lake for downhill skiing and snow tubing.
- PlymouthAbout 25 minutes west via Holderness, with I-93 access, Plymouth State University, and additional shopping.
Center Harbor vs. Nearby Towns
Center Harbor is ringed by towns that each strike a slightly different balance of lake access, services, and pace.
Meredith
Just to the south, Meredith is the busier commercial hub of this stretch of the lake — a lively waterfront, restaurants, and shopping. Buyers who want services and activity close at hand often look here, while Center Harbor stays the quieter neighbor.
Moultonborough
Directly east, Moultonborough is a larger, more spread-out town with extensive Winnipesaukee shoreline and landmarks like Castle in the Clouds. It trades the walkable village feel for more land, more frontage, and a wider range of lakefront property.
Holderness
A few minutes west, Holderness is the gateway to Squam Lake and shares that quieter, more natural character. Buyers drawn to Squam over Winnipesaukee often weigh the two towns closely.