Best Areas to Live in Hanover
Hanover's most frequently cited residential draws span several real, distinct areas, from its walkable downtown core to the quieter village of Etna.
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Learn moreDowntown Hanover
Hanover's downtown core, adjacent to the Dartmouth campus, offers condos, apartments, and smaller-lot single-family homes close to campus and work hubs.
Etna
Etna, a village within the town of Hanover, offers a quieter, more traditional New England village feel with its own historic general store and tight-knit community atmosphere -- real estate ranges from classic farmhouses to newer custom builds.
Northeast Hanover
One source described the most desired residential areas as concentrated in the northeast parts of Hanover, with more affordable options in the east.
Key takeaways
- Downtown Hanover offers a walkable, campus-adjacent living option.
- Etna offers a quieter, more traditional village character within Hanover.
- Northeast Hanover was cited as the town's most desired residential area, with more affordable options to the east.
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