Living in Northwood

Northwood is a rural town in Rockingham County known locally for its cluster of antique shops along Route 4, sometimes called "Antique Alley." Several small lakes, including Bow Lake and Northwood Lake, provide swimming and boating close to the town's rural roads. The antique shops draw a steady stream of visitors and collectors, giving Northwood a modest tourism economy alongside its residential base. The town's lakes and surrounding forest support a quieter, more recreational lifestyle away from the Route 4 corridor. Housing in Northwood ranges from lake cottages to inland rural homes, with prices varying based on proximity to water. The town draws antique enthusiasts, lake-lovers, and families seeking a rural setting within reach of Concord and the Seacoast.