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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.
Hollis is largely comprised of single-family homes on large lots.
The mighty Saco River runs along the eastern side of Hollis.
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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.
Town Line Family Restaurant is a favorite place in Hollis.
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 is nestled in Hollis.
This classic New England-style home with a widow's peak is nestled in Hollis.
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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.
Trails, sports fields, and water sports
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.
A mother and child explore California Fields Wildlife Area in Hollis.
Lake Arrowhead is a popular recreation spot near Hollis.
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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.
Bonney Eagle High School is home to senior high students.
The main entrance to the Bonney Eagle Middle School welcomes students.
The Hollis Elementary School is one option for 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 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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On average, homes in Hollis, ME sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Hollis, ME over the last 12 months is $539,900, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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