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Dining and homes alongside Saco Bay
In highly desirable Scarborough, which is quickly becoming one of the most desirable places to live in the country, Pine Point is a quintessential New England beach town that hangs on strong even in the cold winter months. With the northern end of the peninsula hugging the Nonesuch River and the southern side abutting the Atlantic’s Saco Bay, the area offers panoramic waterfront views. Here, residents can find a multitude of houses in a variety of sizes that are a quick walk away from established restaurants boasting fresh seafood. All homes are also only a short walk from the famous Pine Point Beach. “It has changed from fisherman cottages to more gentrification in the last decade or so,” says John Thurlow, proprietor of Fisherman’s Cove Vacation Rentals, who has lived in the Pine Point area for over 62 years.
Pine Point is in Scarborough, Maine known for its classic charm and beachfront location.
A family enjoys a late afternoon in Pine Point.
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Some of Maine’s larger attractions
Pine Point Beach, the area's namesake, is 4 miles long, making it “one of the largest beaches in Maine,” Thurlow says. It has everything residents could want from a public beach, including bike and kayak rentals, quick snack places, restaurants and plenty of room to run around and play games. The beach is next to Old Orchard Beach but has unique qualities in that “the sand is much finer and whiter, and the city cleans the beach each year of seaweed,” Thurlow says. The area is also popular for windsurfers, and seeing them out on the water is a common sight. The busy beach offers a 350-space parking lot and street parking to ensure everyone fits. Residents are also close to Bayley’s Campground, one of the larger campgrounds in Maine that offers space for cabins, big rigs and tents, as well as highly rated activities programs, pools and dining.
Dogs play fetch on Pine point Beach.
Kayak rentals are available at the Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center.
Ferry Beach in Prouts Neck is a great place for swimming, sunbathing, fishing, and paddling.
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Fresh seafood and BBQ
In Pine Point, residents are always close to a lobster or some shellfish. Locals can stop by popular restaurants like Clambake Seafood, which seats over 700 and has been “famous over the years for very large portions.” Thurlow says, “It also has really good baked seafood as well, not just fried.” The Garage BBQ is another local hotspot that is a recent addition to the neighborhood, which used to be the village's gas station. The owners, who also own Bayley’s Lobster Pound, ensured they “kept the gas station theme,” Thurlow says, providing a '60s feel and helping keep the area's history alive. Meals with a view can be found at The Bait Shed, which offers residents a “nice old wharf to sit out on,” Thurlow says. Locals can stock up the pantry at Beach House Market & Deli or the Walmart 8 miles north.
A couple enjoys a meal with a view of the marsh in Pine Point.
The Garage BBQ has good eats in Pine Point.
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Fisherman shacks and more extensive colonial revivals
Pine Point embodies the spirit of a small coastal village. The neighborhood primarily consists of Cape Cods, Colonial revivals and cottages, with sizes ranging from tiny homes with less than 200 square feet while other homes that may have over 2,500 square feet of space. Prices vary to match the size of the house, ranging from $400,000 to $1-2 million dollars. Homes are often on smaller lots, with the homes themselves taking up the majority of the space, with grass and small gardens accentuating most homes. Many homes have been expanded and updated but have “kept the character of the fishing village, which is nice,” Thurlow says.
This beautiful custom home can be found in Pine Point.
Housing ranges from cozy cottages to expansive homes in Pine Point.
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Scarborough Public Schools
Scarborough is known for having one of Maine's top public-school systems, with students beginning at Blue Point Primary School, which receives a B rating on Niche. Students then move on to the A-rated Wentworth School for grades three through five before going to Scarborough Middle School and finishing up at Scarborough High School. The high school was the first in the Scarborough area, built in 1927, and offers 26 varsity teams. Both the middle and high school earn a B-plus rating on Niche.
Wentworth School in Maine is a highly-rated public elementary school located in Scarborough.
Scarborough Middle School serves students from grades 6-8.
Entrance to Scarborough High School
Blue Point Primary School is a public elementary school located in Scarborough, Maine.
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An easily walkable coastal neighborhood
Being only about a mile long, Pine Point is unique as “It's an easy walk everywhere,” or for more inclement weather, there is a “good bus system and a trolley from Bayley’s Campground,” Thurlow says. Many visitors and residents can be seen walking to stores, restaurants or the beach on any given day. Car travel is also easy for Pine Point residents as the neighborhood is about 15 miles outside Scarborough’s downtown district and 2 miles from the heart of Old Orchard Beach. Locals can quickly get to Route 1 and I-95 for farther trips, especially with Portland International Jetport being just 11 miles to the north. The Maine Medical Center is 13 miles to the north for medical care.
Locals take an early Spring stroll on Pine Point Beach.
Walkers can be seen strolling Pine Point Beach year round in the Pine Point neighborhood.
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4th of July Parada and Strawberry Shortcake Feast
One of the larger events in the area, which Thurlow himself partially organizes, is the annual 4th of July Parada and Strawberry Shortcake Feast. At the event, locals gather by the fire station and can participate in the Kids Fun Run, which has medals for all who participated. They will also enjoy a parade of displays by local groups and organizations. “The parade is only about 10 minutes, but everyone gets to socialize and eat strawberry shortcakes provided by local businesses,” Thurlow says. The event has been growing, and the area has seen “hundreds of people come each year.”
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Parks in this Area
Snowberry Oceanview Park
Scarborough Beach State Park
Dog Park
Beach
Veterans Memorial Park
Basketball
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Peterson Field
Baseball/Softball
Soccer
Parking Lot
Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center
Trails
Kayak/Canoe
Nature Center
Ferry Beach
Fishing
Beach
Transit
Airport
Portland International Jetport
22 min drive
Bus
The Garage Bbq
Bus
The Stern Restaurant
Bus
Clam Bake Restaurant
Bus
The Bait Shed Restaurant
Bus
Holiday House
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Pine Point
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pine Point, South Portland sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Pine Point, South Portland over the last 12 months is $1,140,160, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
873
Median Age
55
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
14.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
32.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$138,486
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$160,266
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
College Graduates
62.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.3%
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®
44/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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