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Knightville is walkable area with plenty of amenities
Knightville is a South Portland neighborhood known for its stores and restaurants. “It’s a very walkable area of the city with all the resources you need,” says Kevin Davis, library director of the South Portland Public Library, who has worked there for about 20 years. “You’ve got the library, the public schools, churches, restaurants, shopping districts, all sorts of stuff.” Residents can enjoy dinner at Taco Trio or visit one of the local stores in the neighborhood, such as Nonesuch Books. Mill Creek Park is only one of the parks in the neighborhood, with open fields and gardens people can walk through. Knightville is served by the South Portland School Department, which receives a B-minus from Niche.
Locals skate on the ice at Mill Creek Park n Knightville.
Knightville is a blend of nature and society.
Knightville is a walkable neighborhood.
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Local shops and restaurants in Knightville
Knightville is filled with restaurants and stores. Locals can order a pie to-go from OTTO Pizza, grab a sweet treat from Red’s Dairy Freeze and enjoy Mexican food from Taco Trio, all of which Davis describes as “fixtures in the neighborhood.” People can end their night with drinks at Mast Landing Brewing Company, one of the two brewpubs in the area. Residents can get groceries from Hannaford or Shaw’s and visit the South Portland Farmers’ Market to buy fresh produce and dairy products. It is held on Sunday mornings from mid-May to October, while the winter market is indoors from November to April. Other shops include Nonesuch Books, an independent bookstore, and Bull Moose, which sells vinyl records, CDs and movies. “When we have authors in for author talks, oftentimes either of those businesses will provide the books for the event,” Davis says. Practical retail options include Walmart, Target and Lowe’s, all within 6 miles.
Folks line up at the popular Red's Dairy Freeze in Knightville.
Friends meet for lunch at Taco Trio in Knightville.
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Casco Bay Bridge allows an easy commute to Portland
With crosswalks at most intersections and sidewalks throughout the neighborhood, it is easy for residents to get around on foot. There is also a bike lane and pedestrian path along the Casco Bay Bridge, letting people travel about 2 miles to downtown Portland and access all the amenities in the city. “I take that walk many times myself during the summer,” Davis says. Locals can also drive themselves, with State Route 77 running through the neighborhood, or take the bus, which stops along Broadway. Portland International Jetport is about 6 miles away, and Maine Medical Center is the closest hospital, about 3 miles away.
The Casco Bay Bridge spans from Knightville to Downtown Portland.
The South Portland Bus Service serves Knightville.
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Knightville residents enjoy scenic views at Mill Creek Park
While known for its shopping district, Knightville also has several parks. “There’s a nice mix of all these amenities, but with the parks, there’s greenspace, so it doesn’t really feel like an overbuilt area,” Davis says. One source of open air is Mill Creek Park, across the street from the library. “That is a beautiful location,” Davis says. Locals can walk along the park’s pond and many gardens or sit and watch the ducks as they swim about. There is also plenty of open space for someone to play with their dogs or set up a picnic blanket and enjoy the afternoon. The pond freezes over in the winter, turning it into an ice-skating rink. At Thomas Knight Park, animal lovers can let their dogs run around off-leash while they walk along the Fore River, and families can bring their children to the playground at Legere Park.
The South Portland Public Library is a great amenity in Knightville.
Light posts light the path at night around Mill Creek Park.
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Mill Creek Park hosts community events
Besides offering a scenic walk, Mill Creek Park hosts community events throughout the year, including a summer concert series and the annual tree lighting ceremony. Art in the Park is an art market held every year on the second Saturday of August. Attendees can snack on food from local restaurants and listen to live music while exploring more than 150 artists. “It’s a huge event,” Davis says.
Knightville homes sit on decorated lawns
With walking paths and sidewalks running along most of the tree-lined streets, it is easy for people to walk from retailers to their residences. Most properties sit towards the front of green lawns decorated with a colorful assortment of bushes and flowers. Early to mid-20th century houses include styles such as American Foursquares, bungalows and farmhouses with wide porches and elegant details, such as bay windows. New traditional homes built in the 1990s and 2000s fill the southeast part of Knightville. Prices typically range from $450,000 to $725,000. There are some condos throughout the neighborhood. These usually cost between $375,000 and $525,000, although some waterfront properties with private docks can cost around $1 million. The Portland-Montreal Pipe Line has an oil tank farm that abuts the residential area, but it seems to have little impact on daily life.
This classic New Englander can be found in Knightville.
Springtime flowers begin to bloom in Knightville.
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Knightville students attend South Portland schools
As part of the South Portland School Department, students can start at Frank I. Brown Elementary School, which teaches kindergarten through fourth grade and receives a B-minus from Niche. Brown Elementary is part of Maine’s Civil Rights Team Project, where students can help foster conversations about civil rights in their schools. Fifth through eighth grade are taught at South Portland Middle School, which opened in fall 2023. South Portland High School receives a B-minus and boasts a student-teacher ratio of 13 to one.
Frank I. Brown Elementary School is a public school located in South Portland, Maine.
South Portland High School located on the corner of Highland Ave and Mountain View Road.
South Portland Middle School serves grades 5 through 8.
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Parks in this Area
Mill Creek Park
Legere Park
Basketball
Playground
Thomas Knight Park
Millcreek Park
South Portland Rec Center
South Portland Farmers' Market
Thomas Knight Park
Transit
Airport
Portland International Jetport
12 min drive
Bus
Broadway & Mahoney Middle School
Bus
Waterman & B St
Bus
Broadway & Burnham
Bus
Broadway & So Kelsey St
Bus
425 Broadway
Bus
Evans St & Bonnybrier Rd
Bus
Broadway & Clemons St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Knightville
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Knightville Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Knightville, South Portland sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Knightville, South Portland over the last 12 months is $527,521, up 43% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Level wooded lot. Public water and sewer in the street. Residential Corridor overlay zone. Subject lot is being split from a larger parcel. Final survey may be revised to meet the minimum land area needed for a 3-unit or 4-unit if owner occupied. Buyers are encouraged to verify zoning and code requirements with the city.
Ideally located in the heart of South Portland, this classic three-bedroom bungalow offers the rare opportunity to enjoy both vibrant city living and coastal charm. Just minutes from Portland's historic Old Port to the north and Willard Beach to the south, the location provides convenient access to the best of both worlds. Thoughtfully maintained, this 1,359 sq ft home features hardwood floors
Great opportunity to own this New England gem in Knightsville.Perfect for someone looking to have their business right below their residence. Three stories with nearly four thousand square feet are awaiting your clever plans! The location is incredible, stroll to local shops and Eateries, soak up the waterfront views from the third story deck. Welcome home!
Single occupant desired for 1 BR, 1 BA apt. Great location, 5 minutes to downtown Portland, parking, rec center nearby with pool and walking track, Greenbelt bike trail, Millcreek shopping/laundromat, area beaches. Top rated school system. Portland, ME was voted one of top 10 coastal places to live in the US.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,482
Median Age
43
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,308
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$85,623
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
45.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14%
% Population in Labor Force
71.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
36''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
88/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
60/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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