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Capehart

Capehart

Neighborhood in Glenburn, Maine

Penobscot County 04401

$293,783 Average Value
$197 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Capehart offers a variety of housing near Bangor International Airport

Capehart’s blend of suburban subdivisions, public housing and rural homes sits where Bangor’s city lifestyle fades into the Maine countryside. “It's almost like you're close to the country, but you're right in the city,” says Evelyn Conrad, a Realtor with Realty of Maine who’s sold homes here for over seven years. “I find that they’re super affordable houses, especially for a first-time homebuyer who doesn’t have a whole lot of money but needs space.” The community was originally built as military housing for the Dow Air Force Base, which closed in the 1960s and is now Bangor International Airport. Today, new subdivisions can be found throughout the area, and more are being built. The city’s bus has routes in the community, and downtown Bangor is roughly 4 miles away.

Townhouses, ranch-style homes and new construction

Many of Capehart’s homes were built in the 1950s as military housing. These include two-story townhouses and ranch-style houses where two units are connected by a garage, which Conrad says were originally the captains’ houses. “They were built really well, and if they were maintained, then they’re a great little buy, and affordable,” Conrad says. These sit along wide, curving streets with no sidewalks, and the homes have grassy lawns and paved driveways. There are also some detached ranch-style homes that were built later, some of which are far from neighbors in a more rural setting. Prices typically range from around $150,000 to $400,000. New construction ranch-style homes and raised ranch homes are in small subdivisions nearby, and more new homes are under construction. These can range from $290,000 to around $570,000. Manufactured houses range from $20,000 to $240,000. Some parts of the neighborhood are city-owned public housing, and many residents here rent their homes. Some homes may be at risk for flooding; homebuyers should check area flood maps to assess their risk.

Kid-friendly parks, a nature trail and a canoe race

The Capehart Playground and Splash Pad is a popular place for kids to burn off some energy, and it’s also a community gathering place. Each June, the annual Summer Block Party here celebrates the start of summer with live music, games and a cookout. The Boys and Girls Club of Bangor is headquartered nearby, where kids can join after-school programs and summer camps. Union Street Recreation Area has baseball and soccer fields. The 28-acre Brown Woods is a natural area with a mostly flat 1-mile walking path through a pine forest. The Kenduskeag Stream borders Capehart, and each April, the Kenduskeag Stream Canoe Race brings hundreds of kayakers and canoers through the area as they paddle toward downtown Bangor. Spectators often gather at Six Mile Falls, located near the intersection of Broadway and Hudson Road, to watch the competitors navigate the stream’s rapids.

Public schools earn mostly Bs

Kids can start school at Downeast School, which earns a C-plus from Niche and teaches pre-kindergarten through third grade. They can then go to the B-plus-rated Fairmount School for fourth and fifth grade, and then to the B-minus-rated James F. Doughty School for the middle grades. Bangor High earns a B-plus and is a 2002 National Blue Ribbon School. Students here can enroll in more than 25 Advanced Placement courses, including statistics, music theory and microeconomics.

Car and bus routes to downtown Bangor, and an airport nearby

Union Street, Ohio Street and Broadway are the main throughfares through Capehart, leading about 4 miles to downtown Bangor. The city’s Community Connector bus has routes through the area. Houses of worship here include The Rock Church of Bangor and Lifeway Church. Bangor International Airport borders the community, and residents might hear airplane noise. St. Joseph Hospital is about 4 miles away, and Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, which has a level two trauma center, is 5 miles away.

Most stores and restaurants are close to the airport

Busy Bee Variety is a convenience store that offers groceries and hot to-go meals. There are more options near the airport, including fast food chains and the locally owned Harvest Moon Deli, which has served paninis and salads since 2007. The Airport Mall shopping center has Marshalls and Ocean State Job Lot, a home goods discount store. For groceries, there’s Hannaford and Dollar Tree. More stores and restaurants are on Broadway.
Annie Franklin
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Transit

Airport

Bangor International

17 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Capehart US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 8 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Capehart Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$322,500
Median Sale Price
$292,799
Median Single Family Sale Price
$305,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$184,950
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$195,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
39
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$197

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
681
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1967
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,589
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,478
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,161
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
14,374

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  • Sunday, Jun 15
    12 - 2pm

    77 Starling Dr, Bangor, ME 04401

    $415,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,904 Sq Ft
    • 77 Starling Dr
    • New 13 days ago

    Built in 2021, this beautiful colonial home situated at the end of a cul-de-sac features three bedrooms, two and half bathrooms, an attached two-car garage, and shed for extra storage. The spacious backyard is fully fenced with 8-foot-high fencing, providing added privacy and security for outdoor activities. Perfect for families or anyone seeking a comfortable, private living space and being

    Shannon Roy NEBO Realty Firm

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
5,114
Median Age
35
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.9%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$51,847
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,708

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.3%
College Graduates
23.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
9°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
69''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

1 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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