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Nature fills North Saco neighborhood
Saco is a nature-filled city about 17 miles from Portland, Maine. “We call it North Saco,” says Angie Presby, a lifelong resident and the executive director of Saco Main Street, a nonprofit dedicated to revitalizing Saco on four points: economic development, marketing, design and preservation. “When you think north, you start to think trees and land. It’s quiet, and it’s peaceful, and there are lots of trails out there.” Homes sit on at least an acre of land, and residents can explore the trails at Horton Woods or kayak on the Saco River. Families send their kids to Saco Public Schools, which earns an A-minus from Niche. They can travel about 3 miles to the heart of the city for dinner at local restaurants, such as staple Rapid Ray’s, or stay closer to home for a community event put on by Saco Main Street.
The Saco Heath Preserve in North Saco features an abundance of of Atlantic White Cedar trees.
North Saco homes typically have large driveways and two-car garages.
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North Saco surrounded by nature
Kayaking and fishing are common activities along the Saco River. The Saco Heath Preserve features a boardwalk that crosses peatland communities similar to bogs, and the Cascade Falls Trails offers views of the waterfall. Horton Woods has about 3 miles of publicly and privately-owned trails with varying difficulty levels. “People always say that’s a really nice walk,” Presby says. Golfers can schedule a tee time at Biddeford-Saco Country Club’s 18-hole course designed by the renowned course architect Donald Ross, which offers members cheaper green fees, or they can play the hilly, more challenging nine-hole course at Deep Brook.
The Saco Heath Preserve in North Saco is part of The Nature Conservancy.
The Deep Brook Golf Course in North Saco is open to the public during the warmer months.
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Larger lots of at least an acre
Driveways branch off State Route 112, leading to large lots surrounded by dense trees, allowing for privacy that’s harder to find closer to the city. Grassy lawns are decorated with manicured bushes, trees and gardens that sit close to the houses. Older homes include farmhouses and Greek Revivals from the 19th century, mid-20th-century ranch-style houses, Cape Cods with additions and Colonial Revivals from the 1980s and 1990s. New traditional houses built as recently as 2023 line the cul-de-sacs near Interstate 95. Prices can start around $375,000 and go up to around $800,000. North Saco has a CAP Index score of 1 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4.
Two-story ranch-style homes in North Saco feature large front yards.
Many Cape Cod-style homes in the North Saco neighborhood were built in the 1990s.
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Flood insurance recommended for Saco residents
The Federal Emergency Management Agency designates the area as Zone A, meaning that it has an annual 1% chance of flooding. Saco encourages homeowners to purchase flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program, which is required for anyone with a federally backed mortgage.
Town-tuition program sends Saco students to Thorton
As part of Saco Public Schools, students can complete kindergarten through second grade at Young School, which receives a B from Niche, before attending C.K. Burns School, which serves third through fifth grade and scores a B-plus. The school partnered with Project Green Schools to open an outdoor classroom in fall 2023, where students can build environmental awareness through hands-on exploration of biodiversity and ecosystems. Next, students can head to Saco Middle School before attending the private Thornton Academy, both of which earn an A-minus. Saco does not offer a public high school, instead covering Thornton’s tuition costs for Saco residents.
C K Burns School enrolls young learners in the North Saco area.
Saco Middle School serves students from 6-8 grade in North Saco.
Thorton Academy was established in 1811 and serves the North Saco community.
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Saco shopping and dining in the heart of city
For a bite to eat, locals have to travel to central Saco. They can start their morning with coffee from Swell, which specializes in nitro cold brew, then pick up a pastry from the Swedish-inspired Fika. Rapid Ray’s is a family-owned American diner and city staple. “They’ve been doing the same thing since 1953,” Presby says. Hannaford and Shaw’s are local grocery options, and fresh produce can be found at the Saco Farmers’ Market on Saturday mornings from May to October. Locals call it Shaw’s Market, given that it’s held in the grocer’s parking lot. Walmart, Target and Home Depot are all about 4 miles away in Biddeford.
The historic Way Way Store has been serving the North Saco community since 1916.
Hillview Market is a small deli located in the North Saco neighborhood.
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Community events include Music in the Park
Saco regularly hosts events. “It’s really a community-engaged area,” Presby says. “Our parks and rec department, they’re always putting on really neat activities.” These include summer camps and a theatre camp. Presby also mentioned that many of the local churches will host community events, such as the annual Greek Festival at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church. “There’s always something going on,” she says. Saco Main Street organizes several of the year’s standout activities, including Music in the Park on Monday nights from July to August, June’s annual Arts Festival to the Parade of Lights to celebrate the holiday season. Decorated floats, golf carts and marching bands walk through the streets. “Everybody lines Main Street on both sides,” Presby says.
Access to I-95 and state routes 5 and 112
North Saco is car-dependent, but major roads make it easy to travel to and from the neighborhood. “If you’re anywhere in Saco, you’re within 15 minutes of something,” Presby says. “Nothing’s too far away.” Interstate 95 and state Routes 112 and 5 all run through the area, without having a significant impact on noise in the neighborhood. Portland International Jetport is about 14 miles north, and the closest emergency room is at South Maine Health Care, which is about a 3-mile drive.
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North Saco Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Saco, Saco sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in North Saco, Saco over the last 12 months is $547,500, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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