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Howland is a quiet rural community close to major roads and nature
Located at the convergence of the Penobscot and Piscataquis Rivers, the town of Howland offers a quiet community close to nature. Named after one of the passengers on the Mayflower, the area was founded in 1818 and has been slowly growing ever since. Single-family homes make up a majority of the space and come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Many are just a short trip away from the public schools in town. To the southern end of the neighborhood, residents can find two parks, a couple of shopping and dining options and access to Interstate 95 and U.S. Route 2. “It’s a nice little town known for country living,” says Violet Dube, the owner and broker of Acres Away Realty who is a resident of Howland and has been serving the community for over 20 years. “People here are all friendly, and everyone seems to get along.”
The setting sun reflects off the Penobscot River in Howland.
Fishing is a way of life in Howland.
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Penobscot and Piscataquis River fun
With access to two rivers, Howland has a variety of options for outdoor fun. Residents often head to the Howland Public Playground, which is within walking distance of many homes and offers a number of sports fields and an updated playset. Right across the street and next to the town office, Old Tannery Park has a veteran’s memorial and a boat ramp leading right into the Penobscot River. There are numerous lakes around the community, offering more options for aquatic recreation. The park is also known for the flowers the community plants each fall, which brighten up the area in the spring. Trails and scenic views can be found at the nearby Pond Farm State Wildlife Management Area, known for its variety of wildlife and popular with bird watchers, fishermen and hunters.
A home in Howland overlooks the Penobscot River.
Take a stroll through Old Tannery Park.
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Rural central Maine homes with large yards
Many Howland homes are New England styles, such as Cape Cods. There are also a number of manufactured homes. Dube says the community's homes are known for being older and were often built in the early to mid-20th century. Many residences are surrounded by larger lawns, with plenty of space for gardens or mature trees to shade them. Land sales are between $25,000 and $30,0000, and single-family homes commonly range from $125,000 to $400,000.
Architecture around Howland differs greatly from home to home.
A row of New England style homes lines a Howland street.
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Students attend schools in Enfield and Howland
Students can start their education outside of Howland at Enfield Station Elementary School, which earns a C-plus from Niche. Hichborn Middle School is in town and also receives a C-plus. They can finish at the C-rated Penobscot Valley High School, where the girls soccer team won the state championship in the fall of 2023.
Highborn Middle School was given a B- rating in the academic category from Niche.
Students are ready to learn as soon as they enter Penobscot Valley High School.
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I-95 and U.S. Route 2 on either side of town
Cars are an essential part of the Howland community, and access to major roads like Interstate 95 makes it easy to get around. Interstate 95 sits west of town, and U.S. Route 2 sits east, connecting the community to larger neighboring areas like Lincoln and Bangor. Water Street and Penobscot Avenue connect homes to the interstate as well as local schools. The Bangor International Airport is 35 miles to the south, and the Penobscot Valley Hospital is 12 miles to the north in Lincoln.
Fishing Derbies and Memorial Day celebrations
Howland is home to a couple of annual events, with one of the largest being the Howland Fishing Derby. Each July since 2018, the community gathers around the Penobscot and Piscataquis Rivers and casts their reels into the water in hopes of catching a prize-winning bass, white perch or chain pickerel. The town also has a Memorial Day event, which begins with services at cemeteries around the community and leads into a parade that ends at the American Legion building, where snacks are served as the American flag is raised to the national anthem.
95 Diner and Chubby’s Dairy Bar
Those who do not live in the community still know of the 95 Handy Stop Market and Diner, which is one of the eateries in Howland. “It has the best chicken salad sandwiches and some of the best haddock chowder,” Dube says. For a sweet treat, residents can also stop by Chubby’s Dairy Bar, a newer addition to the area that offers slow-churned ice cream for milkshakes, sundaes and even a doggy dish for furry friends. Residents can shop at Handy Stop along Bridge Street or head to the Howland Farmers and Artisans Market every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Chubby's Dairy Bar serves up the best ice cream in Howland.
Pick up some fresh eggs from the farm stands around Howland.
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On average, homes in Howland, ME sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Howland, ME over the last 12 months is $207,500, up 32% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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