Why Live in Hollis
Hollis, a quiet town in southern Maine, offers a small-town atmosphere with spacious properties averaging around two acres. The neighborhood features a mix of Colonial Revivals, Foursquares, mid-20th-century ranch styles, and Cape Cods built between the 1970s and 2000s, often with attached garages. The town's only restaurant, The River Tap Bar and Grill, is located in the Salmon Falls Country Club, which also boasts a nine-hole golf course. For more dining options, residents often travel to nearby towns like Buxton and Lyman. The California Fields Wildlife Area, covering most of the town's northern part, offers about 2 miles of trails through 2,700 acres of pine forests, ideal for dog walking and nature hikes. The Hollis Sports Complex includes athletic fields, a tennis and basketball court, a walking path, and a playground. Pleasant Point Park, about 1 mile outside of town, provides access to the Saco River for kayaking and swimming. Hollis Community Day in August brings neighbors together with live music and games. The town is part of Maine School Administrative District 6, with schools receiving average ratings. Hollis has a low crime risk compared to the national average. State Route 25 connects Hollis to Portland, approximately 20 miles away, while essential amenities like Hannaford and Plummers Shop’n Save are within a short drive. Flood insurance is recommended due to parts of the town being classified as Zone A by FEMA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hollis a good place to live?
Hollis is a good place to live, receiving 3.9 stars from its residents. Hollis is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Hollis is a rural neighborhood. Hollis has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.2 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $97,098 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 25.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Hollis are home owners, with 14.8% of residents renting and 85.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Hollis can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Hollis neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Hollis?
The median home price in Hollis is $450,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $90,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.17%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,200 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $94K a year to afford the median home price in Hollis. The average household income in Hollis is $97K.
What are the best public schools in Hollis?
The best public schools that serve Hollis are:
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Home Trends in Hollis, ME
On average, homes in Hollis, Alfred sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Hollis, Alfred over the last 12 months is $425,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$425,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$445,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$285
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Last 12 months Home Sales
68
Median List Price
$450,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
