Exeter : New hampshire

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What Exeter is like for active adults
Home to the elite prep school, Phillips Exeter, the town of Exeter in eastern New Hampshire is a small town New England classic. The presence of the prep school and its interesting faculty makes it a good choice for retirees looking for a strong cultural environment.  The town is very old, going back to 1638.  Local families such as the Gilmans made fortunes in the risky business of sailing ships, trading goods around the world. Exeter had just under 15,000 people in 2007. It's just a short hop the coast, Durham (Univ. of New Hampshire), and Boston.

Here is how one enthusiastic visitor described Exeter on City-Data.com: "(Exeter is) Very bustling, lots of activity, and still a beautiful, historic New England town. Downtown was fantastic."  Other posters tended to agree that Exeter's downtown and its schools are fantastic.

Home prices in mid 2009 were about $250,000 on average. 

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What is special about this retirement community
In addition to Phillips Exeter Academy, the town has a number of distinguished buildings including the Old Town Hall of 1855. The Old Public Library of 1894, is home to the Exeter Historical Society. The Gilman Garrison House is a National Historical Landmark.
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What is not special about this retirement community
It's a small town with cold winters.
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What kinds of people like retiring here
People who want to live in a classic New England small town with a vital downtown and a distinguished prep school will like it in Exeter.
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Local economy is driven by
The Phillips Exeter Academy is the driver of the local academy, along with the local hospital. New Hampshire is a low-tax state; there is no income tax (although there are taxes on interest and dividends) or sales tax.
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Climate and Physical Environment
Exeter is situated where thw Exeter River feeds the tidal Squamscott River in eastern New Hampshire. It is a short drive to New Hampshire's coast as well as Boston.
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Cultural environment
Exeter has many cultural events such as plays and concerts which are open to the public.  The National Independence Museum is an interesting place to visit. There is also the Ioka Theatre of 1915 on Water Street. Boston and its many attractions are less than 50 miles; Durham and the University of New Hampshire is just 14 miles.
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Medical facilities
Exeter Hospital serves the town.
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Transportation
There is an AMTRAK office in Exeter.  Boston is only 46 miles away.
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Valuable Links
Wikipedia site for Exeter.
Town of Exeter
New Hampshire Retirement Guide
Exeter Chamber of Commerce
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Facts about EXETER
  • State: NH
  • Environment: Mountains,Small Town,
  • City Population: 10,000-25,000
  • Median age of Population: 25-44
  • Avg Jan Temperature: 21-40
  • Median HH Income: 41,001-60,000
  • Average Home Price (MLS): $200,001-$300,000
  • Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: 2000-4000
  • Total Crime Index: 91-100 (slightly below average)
  • Cost of Living Index: 111-120 (high)
  • Culture Index: 111-120 (high)
  • State Sales Tax: No
  • State Income Tax: Yes
  • Name of the Guide: boomer1

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