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A quiet retreat from the mainland
Once known as the Coney Island of Maine and later an important World War II outpost, Peaks Island is now a peaceful neighborhood in the city of Portland. This 740-acre Island boasts a small-town feel with unparalleled ocean views and is accessible only by ferry, water taxi or personal boat. Cars are allowed, but people are encouraged to get around on foot or by bike. "I like the relaxed and loose part of the island," says Jill Keefe, designated broker at Port Island Realty on Peaks Island and an island resident. "I like seeing kids be able to ride their bikes around, and I like the safety."
Bicycles are a popular way to get around on Peaks Island.
A mother and son play Corn Hole on Peaks Island.
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Showcases New England style architecture
All of Peaks Island offers stunning vistas, but its biggest residential draw is the more private section known as the backshore, where majestic houses line the rocky waterfront and look out into the Atlantic Ocean. Many of the houses on the Island follow the traditional Nantucket model of gray shingle architecture, giving them that faded New England waterfront look. Other styles comprise cottages, Cape Cod and craftsman. Prices range from $355,000 to $1.9 million. Because most of the homes are situated close together, the yard space is small, about 1/8 acre, suitable for little gardens or gathering areas. Most of the tree-lined streets have sidewalks. Keefe particularly enjoys walking with neighbors. "There are a lot of dogs on the island and a lot of people to take walks with," she says.
Homes line along the shore on Peaks Island.
Shingled waterfront cottages can be found on Peaks Island.east side.
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Coney Island of Maine
In the late 19th century, the Island was a popular vacation destination and home to many hotels, cottages, theaters and amusement parks. Those days are long gone. Today the Island is a much more peaceful place where people live and work year-round.
Island Avenue is the main hub on Peaks Island.
Folks enjoy some ice cream on a summer day on Peaks Island.
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High school is an Expeditionary Learning school
Peaks Island students can attend three local schools that are part of Portland's public school district. Peaks Island Elementary School, located on the Island, has a B grade from Niche. Students must travel to the mainland to attend middle and high school. King Middle School has a C grade from Niche. Casco Bay High School is considered an Expeditionary Learning educational experience (EL), a national model for school reform that emphasizes high achievement through learning that is active, challenging, meaningful, public and collaborative. The school has a B grade from Niche.
Welcome to Peaks Island School in Peaks Island, ME.
King Middle School is known for its expeditionary learning program.
Casco Bay High School serves students from ninth to twelfth grade in North Deering.
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Lively dining area
Upon arriving on the Island, locals are greeted by a small but lively downtown area. There are coffee shops like Unruly Girls' Peaks Café and restaurants like Il Leone for summer outdoor dining. Residents can do their grocery shopping at Hannagan's Island Market, where the motto is, "If we don't have it, you don't need it."
II Leone serves up wood fired pizza on Peaks Island.
Hannigan's Island Market is the local grocery store on Peaks Island.
The Pub on Peaks Island is always a sure bet for a good meal.
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Two public beaches and a museum
Residents can hike or skateboard at Trott Littlejohn Park. Most of the beaches on Peaks Island are private and linked to homeownership. But the Island does have two public beaches. They are Sandy Beach, which is accessible by a long wooden ramp and great for walking at low tide or kayaking to Catnip Island and Cairn Beach, a non-swimming beach that is perfect for viewing nearby lighthouses. For a cultural experience, residents can visit the Fifth Maine Museum to learn about Peaks Island's history.
Cairn Beach on Peaks Island east side offers beautiful views and man made rock sculptures.
Trott Littlejohn Park on Peaks Island features a community garden.
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Take the ferry for commuting
Ferry boats run consistently throughout the day, taking people to work and school on the mainland, which Keefe said is "just 18 minutes away
The Casco Bay Ferry transports people and cargo to Peaks Island.
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Parks in this Area
Eastern Promenade Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Bug Light Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Parking Lot
Fort Allen Park
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Peaks Island Reserve
School Street Playground
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
DiPietro Park
Transit
Airport
Portland International Jetport
35 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Peaks Island
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Peaks Island Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Peaks Island, Portland sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Peaks Island, Portland over the last 12 months is $379,900, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Set upon beautiful Tolman Heights and just steps from the ocean, this beautifully maintained 4+ bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, 2,795 square foot New Englander blends classic charm with modern comfort. Located minutes from the ferry, this spacious home is perfect for year-round living or a seasonal retreat, offering easy access to Peaks Island's beaches, walking trails, and village amenities.Inside,
This vintage year-round Peaks Island cottage offers everything you could want plus more. Fully equipped kitchen with pantry, dining room with views to the water, comfortable living room with wood stove and a large family room with bath and adjacent laundry room. Upstairs are three generous bedrooms and a full bath. The location is ideal with great water views of Little Diamond Island, Great
Attention artists, visionaries, and eccentrics. This could be the house for you. It started as a very cool water tower built a hundred years ago on the highest elevation on Peaks Island in an area called Tolman Heights. The rest of the house came in 1982. The ample outdoor space is partly open, partly gardens and partly wooded. This storybook setting includes a magic turret room that would fit a
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,691
Median Age
58
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
14.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
38.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$91,944
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$127,141
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.1%
College Graduates
65.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.1%
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®
39/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
21/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
20/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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