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Bedroom community in southern Maine
Hollis is a quiet town in southern Maine, with a variety of homes on spacious lots. “I like the small-town atmosphere,” says Debbie Tefft, director of the town’s parks and recreation since 1986. “People are really friendly, and it’s not like city living.” As the only restaurant in town, The River Tap Bar and Grill in the Salmon Falls Country Club is one of the few watering holes people flock to. For more options, locals travel to nearby towns. The California Fields Wildlife Area is a nature preserve spanning most of the town's northern part, and the Hollis Sports Complex features several athletic fields. Neighbors celebrate Hollis Community Day every August with live music and games for all ages. Students attend Maine School Administrative District 6, which receives a C-plus from Niche. State Route 25 runs through Hollis, connecting to Portland, about 20 miles away.
The Hollis Sports Complex is a great amenity for the residents of Hollis.
There is a well-maintained playground in Hollis.
Hollis is a great place to raise a family.
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Exploring eateries in nearby towns
Locals can grab dinner from River Tap Bar and Grill, a public restaurant inside the Salmon Falls Country Club, after playing a round on the nine-hole course designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. Tefft says that she and her neighbors often travel to the nearby towns for more options, including the farm-to-table Oak & Ember in Buxton or the Town Line Family Restaurant in Lyman. Skip’s Lounge is another eatery in Buxton, about a 3-mile drive away. Its menu features twists on pub classics, such as mac and cheese tacos, and hosts a pool league and cornhole tournament twice a week. Hannaford is about 3 miles away, while Plummers Shop’n Save is around a 7-mile drive. “A lot of people like it for its fresh-cut meats,” Tefft says. Target, Walmart and Home Depot are all within a 16-mile drive.
Residents love the hearty meals at Hollis' Town Line Family Restaurant.
Plummer's Shop n Save is a convenient market near Hollis.
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Variety of homes on two acres
Trees surround the spacious properties that fill the town, which average around two acres. While traditional farms are harder to come by, many lawns feature small gardens decorated with shrubs and bushes. A variety of homes sit on these large lots, including Colonial Revivals and Foursquares from the early 20th century and mid-20th century ranch styles. Cape Cods are the most common houses, built anywhere between the 1970s and 2000s, often with attached garages. Prices tend to fall between $225,000 and $575,000. The CAP Index gives Hollis a Crime Score of one out of 10, compared to the national score of four out of 10.
This Cape Cod with dormered windows sits in Hollis.
This one-story home with a gambrel roof is tucked away in Hollis.
This two-story home is typical in Hollis.
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the mighty Saco River runs along the Eastern side of Hollis.
Flood insurance recommended for residents
The Federal Emergency Management Agency classifies parts of Hollis as Zone A, meaning that there is a 1% annual chance of flooding. While chances of severe flooding are slim, flood insurance is recommended for all homeowners and is required for anyone with a federally backed mortgage.
Hollis served by Bonny Eagle schools
The California Fields Wildlife Area features about 2 miles of trails that span about 2,700 acres of pine forests. “People walk their dogs there,” Tefft says. The preserve is only a short drive from the Hollis Sports Complex sports fields, including a softball field, dual-purpose tennis and basketball court, a walking path and a playground. At Pleasant Point Park, about 1 mile outside of town, locals can walk along the Saco River or spend the day on the water, whether kayaking or swimming.
The Hollis Sports Complex is a great amenity for the residents of Hollis.
A German Shepard takes his owner for a run in Hollis.
Lake Arrowhead is a popular recreation spot near Hollis.
A mother and child explore California Fields Wildlife Area in Hillis.
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Academic and personal growth
The town is part of the Maine School Administrative District 6, also known as Bonny Eagle Schools. Hollis Elementary School earns a B-minus from Niche. Bonny Eagle Middle School offers extracurriculars ranging from archery to chess club. Before graduation, Bonny Eagle High School seniors must complete a capstone project that focuses on personal development, career exploration or community service. Both schools receive a C-plus.
Main entrance sign at Bonney Eagle High School.
Hollis Elementary is the only public elementary school within Hollis.
The main entrance to the Bonney Eagle Middle School welcomes students.
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Local celebration of community
Locals come together for Hollis Community Day every August. “It started as a Pirate Fest,” Tefft says. Pirate Fest began as a 5k with a fun theme that attracted people of all ages and has grown into the celebration that neighbors enjoy today, with games, live music and fireworks. While the event has moved on from its nautical theme, some attendees still dress to it.
Route 4 and Route 35 intersect through Hollis.
Route 35 connects town to Portland
Hollis is a largely car-dependent town. State Route 35 intersects U.S. Route 202 and leads to Portland, about 20 miles away. Even with these major roads, the area is relatively quiet. Most people fly out of Portland International Jetport, and the closest emergency room is at Southern Maine Health Care, both about 17 miles away.
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Hollis is a small rural town. The people here are generally very friendly and like to help their neighbors. The only negative side to living in this area is you're not close to cities or grocery stores. It can take 20-40 minutes to get to a store, depending on where you'd like to shop. Besides the cons longer drives, the scenery in this area is beautiful, and it's generally more quiet and peaceful than most places.
3.0Current Resident
2/1/2022Niche Review
It's a good small town. Not too much to do though, and takes roughly 30min commutes to go out and do stuff. Is a nice residential area with for the most part friendly people. Woodsy area. Good space between houses. Not a too great school district.
4.0Current Resident
1/20/2019Niche Review
As a widow, I can't count the number of times complete strangers 'dropped the blade' on their plows and cleared the driveway, without asking anything in return.
4.0Niche User
2/29/2016Niche Review
Many people think living in the country or "middle of nowhere" is the worst thing ever, but I love it! I have the advantage of getting away from the city and noise and if I do want to be in the city or go shopping it is just a short drive away!
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Hollis Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hollis, Alfred sell after 22 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 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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