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Rural living along the Presumpscot River
The remote Gorham village of Little Falls, about 10 miles from downtown Portland, cradles the banks of Maine’s Presumpscot River. “It’s not as busy as in-town because there aren’t a bunch of businesses everyone needs to get to,” says Mariah Mallory, a Gorham native and real estate agent at North Point Realty. In-town Gorham rests about 4 miles away – a drive that typically takes under 10 minutes. About 10 minutes in the other direction sits Sebago Lake, the deepest body of water in Maine, which serves as a major recreation and tourist destination. U.S. Route 202 and Maine State Route 237 intersect at the center of the neighborhood, providing quick accessibility to amenities outside of the Little Falls’ rural landscape. The area has a CAP Index Crime Score of 2 out of 10, which is lower than the national average of 4.
Woods, water and island golf
Little Falls encompasses acres of conservation land for hiking, and river, lake and bay access points are close by. The Presumpscot River flows out of Sebago Lake, about 6 miles away, and leads all the way to the Falmouth shores of the Casco Bay. Hawkes Preserve has two trailheads on its 41 acres and a kayak launch into the river. Shaw Park has similar amenities, and many visitors choose to jump off the bridge into the water during the summer. Gambo Preserve and St. Pierre Preserve are also in the neighborhood and provide ample opportunity for fishing and exploring the natural landscape. The forested parts of these nature areas attract snowshoers and cross-country skiers when temperatures drop. Little Falls Activity Center features pickleball courts, basketball hoops and an indoor multi-purpose gym. Golfers can take the ferry over to the Frye Island Golf Club, a nine-hole course in the center of Sebago Lake.
Trail in Hawkes Preserve in Little Falls, Maine
Basketball and Tennis courts at Little Falls Recreation Area
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Shopping and dining throughout Gorham and Windham
Drivers can quickly access downtown Gorham for most shopping needs. Gorham’s Main Street has a Hannaford, Walgreens and small shopping plazas. The nearest Walmart, Shaw’s and other big-box stores operate out of Windham, about 8 miles away. Gorham has many restaurants to choose from, including MK Kitchen, a common date-night spot with to-go cocktails. Little Falls itself doesn’t have many dining options, but Red City Ale House on Gray Road is a local favorite that serves pizza and beer. Down the street, Backwoods Burger Shack cooks up smash patties, wings and milkshakes from a take-out counter and has a few outdoor picnic tables under twinkling string lights.
Fruit and flower festivities
Gorham celebrates numerous annual events and traditions. Orchard Ridge Farm and Maine Micro Artisans put on the Apple Blossom Festival and a Blueberry Festival. Both events spotlight local artists, live music and food trucks and take place at Orchard Ridge Farm off of Route 237. The Blueberry Festival also has a second location at Great Falls Elementary School. Other annual activities include a summer concert series and a holiday tree lighting, which both take place downtown at the Municipal Lawn’s gazebo.
Aerial photo of Great Falls Elementary School
Elementary and middle schools in Gorham score A-minus grades
Children living in Little Falls can attend schools within the Gorham School District. Great Falls Elementary earns an A-minus grade from Niche and hosts several family-fun nights throughout the year. Gorham Middle also scores an A-minus Niche grade, and Gorham High has a B. High schoolers can participate in the Extended Learning Opportunities program, which connects students with internships and job shadowing. Families can enroll their prekindergarten through 12th graders at Portland’s Waynflete School, a private option that scores an A-plus and ranks as the No. 1 Best Private K-12 School in Maine by Niche.
Lower home prices compared to other Cumberland County towns
Residential streets branch off of routes 237 and 202 and loop into cul-de-sacs, shaded by white pines. Lots have enough space for front lawns, driveways that accommodate multiple cars and spacious backyards. Houses rarely go on sale in Little Falls. “It’s not like there’s a supply ready and available,” Mallory says. “It’s more of a rarity to have a lot of options.” Recently sold properties consist of both single-family and multifamily builds. Ranch-style homes, Capes and colonials are common architecture types, and prices remain relatively affordable compared to towns closer to Portland and the coast. Single-family homes tend to sell between $300,000 and $500,000, while multifamily housing ranges from $500,000 to $800,000 for an entire property.
Parker Hill Road cul-de-sac in Little Falls, Maine
Aerial photo of 189 Sebago Lake Road in Little Falls, Maine.
New construction in neighborhood in Little Falls, Maine
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Getting around Little Falls by car and nearby health care
Due to the rural landscape of Little Falls, people rely on their own vehicles for transportation, rather than public transit. U.S. Route 202 and Maine State Route 237 cut through the area, connecting drivers to other neighboring towns. While some urgent care facilities provide treatment nearby, MaineHealth Maine Medical Center in Portland is the closest hospital, about 11 miles away. Flights serviced by American, Delta and United take off from Portland International Jetport, about 10 miles away.
Traffic rotary in Little Falls, Maine where route 202 and 302 merge.
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Parks in this Area
Robie Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
Riverbank Park
Hawkes-Towpath Preserve
Bike Trails
Trails
River
Windham Skatepark
Basketball
Skateboard
Volleyball
Gambo Fields
Soccer
Parking Lot
Walking Paths
Sebago Lake Land Reserve
Bike Trails
Fishing
Trails
Transit
Airport
Portland International Jetport
23 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Little Falls
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Little Falls, Gorham sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Little Falls, Gorham over the last 12 months is $346,877, down 17% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
904
Median Age
39
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$95,237
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$130,298
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.8%
College Graduates
40.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.7%
% Population in Labor Force
74.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
36''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
14/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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