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Pleasantdale residents enjoy South Portland amenities
Residents of Pleasantdale are only a couple of miles from everything that South Portland offers. “It has proximity to nature and Portland,” says resident John Slobod, who has lived in the neighborhood for 15 years and owns Circa Guitar. “We are much, much closer to Portland than people who actually live in Portland.” While locals can get to Portland in about 3 miles, they are even closer to stores and restaurants in South Portland, including Taco Trio. The South Portland Greenbelt Pathway connects the area to Bug Light Park, which has a boat launch and hosts an annual car show. Students attend South Portland Public Schools, which receive a B-minus from Niche.
Take a walk down the safe and clean streets of Pleasantdale.
Enjoy delicious tacos at Taco Trio in nearby Knightville.
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Victorian-era and twentieth century homes
Homes rest at the front of grassy lawns decorated with a colorful collection of bushes, gardens and trees, and are within steps of neighborhood sidewalks. “One thing I like is it’s mostly what used to be middle class, or lower-middle class, very modest houses mixed in with a few larger ones,” Slobod says. “It’s not all homogenous.” That mix of homes ranges from Queen Annes and Victorian-era houses with bay windows and mansard roofs from the 19th century, to early 20th-century Foursquares and farmhouses and mid-20th century Cape Cods. Prices can range from $425,000 to $675,000. The residential area borders the CITGO South Portland Terminal and Turner Island shipping service, which can lead to increased noise levels from industrial railways.
This Pleasantdale Victorian era home finds beauty in its antiquity.
Massive colonial foursquare homes adorn the streets of Pleasantdale.
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Pleasantdale residents travel for shopping and dining options
Pleasantdale neighbors Knightville, South Portland’s retail area with shops such as Nonesuch Books, which sells new and used books, and Bull Moose, an entertainment store with records, CDs and movies. Locals can get a cup of coffee at Cia Cafe and grab dinner from Q Street Diner, which serves breakfast and lunch. Slobod also recommends Taco Trio, which serves traditional Mexican food with fresh salsa, and residents can try one of the restaurants in downtown Portland. Shaw’s and Hannaford are nearby grocery options, and fresh produce is available at the South Portland Farmers’ Market. The market is held outside from mid-May to October and inside from November to April. Home Depot, Walmart and Target are all within 5 miles of the neighborhood.
Find your next book at Nonesuch Books in nearby Knightville.
Grab a cup of coffee from Cia Cafe in nearby Knightville.
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Enjoy the nice weather at Mill Creek Park in nearby Knightville.
Locals attend South Portland events
South Portland hosts several events throughout the year, including Art in the Park at Mill Creek Park. “It’s a nice setting, lots of artists with a decent variety of stuff on display,” Slobod says. Mill Creek also hosts a summer concert series, and Bug Light Park is home to the Classic Car Show, with up to 300 cars on display, live music and food trucks.
South Portland Middle offers variety of clubs
As part of South Portland Public Schools, students can start at James Otis Kaler Elementary School, which receives a C-plus from Niche and teaches kindergarten through fourth grade. They can complete fifth through eighth grade at the recently opened South Portland Middle School, which offers clubs such as Jazz Band, Math Club and Drama Club. South Portland High School earns a B-minus and has a student-teacher ratio of 13 to one.
South Portland Middle School has student to teacher ratio of 11 to 1.
South Portland High School is located on the corner of Highland Ave and Mountain View Road.
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Greenbelt Pathway connects Pleasantdale to Bug Light Park
The South Portland Greenbelt Pathway starts in the neighborhood, passing by Yerxa Park, with views of the Fore River and plenty of space for dogs to run around, and ending at Bug Light Park, which is a popular destination about 3 miles away for boating, salt-water fishing and kite flying. At Willard Beach, a 3-mile drive, people can take a dip in Simonton Cove or sunbathe. The Winnick Roads are also about 3 miles away, which has a 1.7-mile trail for hiking and birdwatching.
Bask in the sun at Willard Beach in nearby South Portland.
Enjoy a stroll down the Greenbelt Pathway close to Pleasantdale.
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Pleasantdale is bicycle-friendly
The neighborhood is largely car-dependent with easy access to major roads such as the Casco Bay Bridge, which leads directly into Portland. People can also get around on their bicycles. “I do love that we’re right near the bike path,” says Slobod, emphasizing that it is easy to find a bike-safe road. “I bike into Portland to do things occasionally, I bike to the beach, I bike to Bug Light.” Portland International Jetport is about 5 miles away. The nearest emergency room is about a 3-mile drive, at Maine Medical Center.
Take a walk through Thomas Knight Park located under the Casco Bay Bridge.
Fly a kite at Bug Light Park in nearby Breakwater.
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Parks in this Area
Mill Creek Park
Bug Light Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Parking Lot
Legere Park
Basketball
Playground
Thomas Knight Park
Millcreek Park
South Portland Rec Center
Greenbelt Walkway
Bike Trails
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Portland International Jetport
13 min drive
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Pleasantdale Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pleasantdale, South Portland sell after 119 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Pleasantdale, South Portland over the last 12 months is $292,900.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,153
Median Age
37
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$62,464
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,996
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.1%
College Graduates
30.2%
Advanced Degrees
8.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
36''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
68/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
28/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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