Portland Maine is the largest city in the state. Urban dwellers will enjoy vibrant nightlife, fine cuisine, and panel replacement places like Willard Beach for relaxation. It has all the cultural and historical amenities, and just two hours away from Boston. The median range for a home there runs in the 209K range. Want to get out of the city? Find that perfect home in Portland's surrounding communities of Cape Elizabeth, South Portland, and Falmouth.
Suburban life mixed with urban hustle is a just drive across the bridge to South Portland Maine. South Portland residents enjoy city perks and shopping malls and the other side of the city boasts a brilliant coastline with gorgeous neighborhoods and homes. Historically the city is associated with large shipyards from WWII period, but now home to Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield Headquarters, two world-class computer chip manufacturers and a community college. The home median price is 198K.
The picturesque view of the ocean at Cape Elizabeth is nostalgic. Residents enjoy fine schools and state parks, like the Portland Head Light, one of the most photographed lighthouses. It is thought that Henry Wadsworth Longfellow sat at the bottom and wrote some of his famous poetry. Homes in the Cape are averaged at 359K.
Drive north of Portland and arrive at Falmouth Maine. This town prides itself with being a self-contained community offering all the conveniences from great schools and government to recreation, shopping, and medical needs. Impeccable homes range from 399K for property along the coastline as well as the inland rural area.
Whether you choose to live in more quaint communities like Falmouth Maine and Cape Elizabeth or the urban scene in Portland and South Portland Maine with access to beaches such as Willard Beach, the Southern Maine real estate is great for families and retirees.