Newmarket Apartments and Rentals

Newmarket, N.H., combines a thriving community with a relaxed seaside atmosphere. The scenic mill town retains its quaint charm along the banks of the Lamprey River and Great Bay. Newmarket is a small town, but just around the corner in Portsmouth there are all the modern amenities, shopping and dining options one may need. The tree-lined streets feature white church steeples, a dammed river, parkland and old mill buildings. Residents in Newmarket enjoy recreation options year round. From beaches and golfing to skiing, there is always something to do.

Newmarket is also somewhat of a transportation hub, which is not always the case for many New England towns. Residents have easy access to Interstate 95 and State Highways 108, 101, 4 and 33. The town is also located near Boston’s Logan Airport, Manchester Airport, Pease International Tradeport and other smaller airports in Rochester.

Individuals looking for Newmarket apartments for rent will likely enjoy the abundant amenities all throughout town. According to City-Data, more than 5,200 people call Newmarket home.

The history of Newmarket began when members of the Squamscott Tribe lived on the west side of the Lamprey River. The settlement of Europeans began in the early 17th century when settlers began moving south from Dover and north from Exeter.

During the industrial era, the Newmarket Manufacturing Company was established in 1822. The opening of the company created a domino effect, as other factories, homes, shops and institutions to open up in the region. New mills were used for water power for cotton production, which was based on practices used by the Boston Manufacturing Company of Waltham.

By the 1920s, development started to level off and by the time the Great Depression hit, local building and manufacturing declined significantly. For some time, the economic development of Newmarket almost entirely disappeared, but after the depression ended the Sam Smith Shoe Co. came to the area.

The history of these times still lives on in the community. Many of the old mill buildings and shops in downtown Newmarket are still standing and serve other purposes today. The town still retains its 19th century industrial, commercial, public and domestic architecture.

There are more than 150 businesses in Newmarket that range in size. From small retailers to large manufacturing plants, there are plenty of opportunities for employment in the community. Some of the top employers in Newmarket include Russound Inc., Newmarket School District, Town of Newmarket, Lamprey Health Care and Seacoast Sports Clubs at Great Bay.

Students living in apartments in Newmarket have a few options for post-secondary education in the community. University of New Hampshire, York County Community College, Merrimack College, Great Bay Community College and University of New England are all just a short distance away. 

Living in New Market is fairly expensive, but considering the scenic community and high-quality of life residents receive many believe it is worth it. According to Best Places, the overall cost of living is 26 points higher than the national average, food is 15 points higher and utilities are 35 points higher. Similarly, the average cost of rentals in Newmarket is slightly above average. According to statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau, the monthly median gross rent is $1,043. 

Heritage Festival is considered the Seacoast’s favorite international block party. The large event takes place in the mill town with a jam-packed schedule of live entertainment, music, dance, history and food. The event is a celebration of the culture, history and arts of the community and features artisan demonstrations, historic walking tours, narrated boat tours, kayak excursions, a model railway, hands-on children’s activities, fine arts and crafts, strolling performers and vendor booths.

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