North Berwick

North Berwick

Located in York County

$480,227 Average Value
$293 Average Price per Sq Ft
10 Homes For Sale

Quiet, rural living in North Berwick

Once a part of greater Berwick, Maine, North Berwick is a bucolic agricultural town about 30 minutes from Maine’s coast. The area is attractive for its landscapes and rural lifestyle. The town was incorporated in March of 1831 and used to be known for the mills along the Great Works River. “You have a lot of wide-open green area,” says Ken Powers, a broker with the North Berwick-based Portico Realty. “You feel like you’re living out in the woods, but you can still get to the beach within 20 to 25 minutes.”

Farm animals graze next to historic architecture in North Berwick

Historical colonial, Cape Cod, and farmhouse-style homes are abundant in North Berwick. Lots are large, and thick tree cover provides privacy and isolation between each property. Many of the houses are zoned as farms, and residents raise goats, chickens and horses on their properties. The winding mountain roads can be treacherous for pedestrians, and residents rely on cars to get around the town. There is some new development among the historic homes, but most of the homes were built in the mid-1900s or earlier. A three-bedroom home in North Berwick will sell for around $350,000.

There are cattle ranches in North Berwick.
There are cattle ranches in North Berwick.
This classic farmhouse is in North Berwick.
This classic farmhouse is in North Berwick.
This colonial is nestled in North Berwick.
This colonial is nestled in North Berwick.
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Small class sizes in North Berwick schools

The public schools in North Berwick are small and highly ranked in the state. Students may attend North Berwick Elementary School, which has an 11-to-1 student-teacher ratio and a B-minus rating from Niche. Noble Middle School, which also has a B-minus rating from Niche, has a 10-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Noble High School offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses and has a C-plus rating from Niche.

North Berwick Elementary is a K-5 School for North Berwick, Maine students.
North Berwick Elementary is a K-5 School for North Berwick, Maine students.
Noble High School is a public high school in North Berwick, Maine.
Noble High School is a public high school in North Berwick, Maine.
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40 miles from New Berwick to Portland on I-95

Interstate 95 is 7 miles from North Berwick, and provides access to Portland within 40 miles and Boston within 90 miles. Right next to the I-95 exit, the Wells Regional Transportation Center provides access to Amtrak trains, including the popular Downeaster to Boston. York Hospital operates community medical centers in Berwick and South Berwick and has a full-service facility 16 miles away in York.

Local shops and restaurants dispersed around North Berwick

Unlike nearby South Berwick, North Berwick doesn’t have a central downtown area with boutiques and restaurants; however, the town center does have a cluster of businesses. Hannaford Supermarket is the primary destination for grocery shopping within the town, although the local store is smaller than other Hannaford locations. Locals head to Allard’s Market and Deli for their breakfast pizzas and sandwiches as well as convenience items. Johnson's Seafood and Steak has daily breakfast and lunch specials, as well as a rotating selection of soups and desserts. Hikers who want to fuel up before tackling Mount Agamenticus can get coffee at the Dunkin’ Donuts next to the Great Works River Reservoir.

Allard's Market and Deli is a popular spot North Berwick.
Allard's Market and Deli is a popular spot North Berwick.
Hannaford is the main supermarket in North Berwick.
Hannaford is the main supermarket in North Berwick.
Enjoy a meal at Johnson's Seafood and Steak in North Berwick.
Enjoy a meal at Johnson's Seafood and Steak in North Berwick.
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From Mount Agamenticus to coastal Crescent Beach

Outdoor recreation is a big draw for a lot of people who live in North Berwick. One of the biggest attractions is nearby Mount Agamenticus, located within a 10,000-acre conservation region that includes trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding and snowshoeing. The closest trailhead within the conservation area is about 7 miles from North Berwick. For less ambitious hikers who want to stay within the neighborhood, the Negutaquet Conservation Area includes 2 miles of hiking trails through open fields. Within the town limits, the North Berwick Recreation and Community Center has athletic facilities like soccer fields as well as a playground. In the summer, residents can travel 9 miles to Crescent Beach in the coastal town of Wells.

Hikers enjoy Desrochers Memorial Forest.
Hikers enjoy Desrochers Memorial Forest.
Hussey and Aggie Fields are well-maintained.
Hussey and Aggie Fields are well-maintained.
The North Berwick Recreation and Community Center has soccer fields and a playground.
The North Berwick Recreation and Community Center has soccer fields and a playground.
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Theater in a 17th-century barn in North Berwick

North Berwick is a quiet town without a bustling town center, but there are still activities for residents. Children can visit the Continuum Arts Collective, a nonprofit organization that provides free instruments and lessons to kids who are interested in music. The D.A. Hurd Library provides space for hobby groups, like knitting and Lego, to meet and host activities. In nearby Berwick, the Hackmatack Playhouse puts on community theater events and productions in a 17th-century barn and farmstead. If residents wish to see a movie, they can drive 9 miles to Flagship Premium Cinemas in Wells.

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  • Saturday, May 24
    11am - 1pm

    27 Wilmer Chase Rd, North Berwick, ME 03906

    $559,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,764 Sq Ft
    • 27 Wilmer Chase Rd
    • New 1 day ago

    Nestled on a beautifully landscaped 0.98-acre lot, this meticulously maintained Cape-style home, built in 2002, offers a perfect blend of classic New England charm and modern comfort.Step onto the inviting covered front porch and into a spacious interior featuring stunning Brazilian cherry hardwood floors. The first floor boasts a thoughtfully designed kitchen with granite countertops, high-end

    Donna Hall Coldwell Banker Realty

  • Saturday, May 31
    11am - 1pm

    1191 Beech Ridge Rd, North Berwick, ME 03906

    $525,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,188 Sq Ft
    • 1191 Beech Ridge Rd
    • New 3 days ago

    Welcome Home to this charming 3-bedroom Raised Ranch situated on 3.68 acres of wooded serenity. Great sized kitchen with gas stove, open to dining room and living room. A primary bedroom with its own bath ensures a private sanctuary, while the open layout and natural surroundings make this property perfect for relaxing and entertaining. Central Air for comfort, Generator just in case and

    Melinda Paker Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group

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