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Forested, lakeside community close to Portland
Standish is a wooded township in central Cumberland County, named to honor the Mayflower’s military officer, Miles Standish. The enclave comprises several villages buried in red and white pine trees, Sebago Lake Village, Steep Falls, and Standish Corner. It’s also a lakeside community, as the town rests by the shoreline of Sebago Lake, a substantial recreational draw for Maine’s most populous county. Andy Lord, a 6-year broker with Landing Real Estate, says, “People like living in Standish for its proximity to Portland and the lakes.”
Diverse lakeside recreation
Standish proves itself to be as recreationally diverse as its environment allows. Johnson Field is a park in Sebago Lake Village with a baseball diamond, tennis court, playground and skate park. Next to the park is Mountain Division Trail, a 10-mile established hiking path built on an old railroad bed. The county is working to expand and develop new pavement to create a single continuous walking path from Sebago Lake to Cusco Bay in Portland, which will support pedestrian foot traffic in Standish. Field of Dreams Driving Range is within Standish to the south; residents can perfect their swing and get lessons from experienced golf instructors. Sebago Lake is the second largest in the state, stretching over 45 square miles; residents regularly cruise on the lake with motorboats and take the car ferry to the resort town of Frye Island or fish for lake trout and salmon.
Standish's Watchic Lake spans 448 acres, and its deepest point is 41 feet.
Field of Dreams Golf Course is a favorite place in Standish.
Standish's Johnson Field has access to the Mountain Division Trail.
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Rustic residences and agriculture
Standish is bursting with foliage and dense tree lines cut by thin, winding roads. Most subdivisions are within the villages, with scant homes on large woodsy lots in the outlying areas. Lord mentions, “Residents are free to use their land for farming; Standish is full of very distinctive areas and farming districts.” Architecture varies from cottages to classic Cape Cods, Colonial-Revivals and traditional styles. Single-family homes go for anywhere between $280,000 to $600,000.
This contemporary two-story home is located in Standish.
This Colonial home found in Standish has a large porch.
Many Standish homes have spacious front porches.
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The Marrett House found in Standish is a historic house museum built in 1789.
Events close to home
The village of Standish Corner in the south is a historic district, containing five homes from the original 1789 settlement from which Standish sprouted. One of those homes, Marrett House, is now a museum that hosts the annual Art at Marrett showcase for community members to gather and absorb Maine history, art and nature.
Local eats and farm shopping
Local farm Randall Orchards is a consistent source of fresh apples, pears and pumpkins. They also sell homemade cider and host private events. Sebago Lake Village has dining options like pizza shop Walker’s Landing and Guff’s Grub and Pub, a diner serving burgers, subs and steaks. Standish Corner hosts grocery chain Hannaford and local dives like Percy’s Table, which serves comfort foods for breakfast and lunch.
Guff's Grub and Pub is a local favorite in Standish.
Walker's Landing is a popular convenience store in Standish.
Standish residents get their groceries from Hannaford.
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Nearby education
Regional School Unit No. 6 serves the Standish area for education, with nearby choices being Edna Libby Elementary, rated a B-plus on Niche, George E. Jack School, rated a B, and Bonny Eagle High, rated a C-plus. Bonny Eagle High requires a graduation capstone project that students progress on through their four years of school and finish before graduation. This capstone project allows students to develop skills and knowledge about personal passions rather than a required curriculum; it can be anything from community service hours to an art piece or a career-centered program like an internship or job shadowing.
Edna Libby Elementary School serves students in Standish.
Bonny Eagle High School serves Buxton, Hollis, Limington, Standish, and Frye Island.
Bonny Eagle Middle School serves Standish students in grades 6-8.
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Standish is about 25 miles from Portland.
Getting to and from Standish
Cars are the best way to get around in Standish, and residents can take Maine state Route 25 just 20 miles east to downtown Portland. The Mountain Division Trail can take residents as far as neighboring Windham on foot. With ample hiking and lakeside activities, Standish stands at the heart of Cumberland County for recreation.
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On average, homes in Standish, ME sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Standish, ME over the last 12 months is $500,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Right on Sebago Lake, Richville is a Standish locality with private lakeshore access. Several homes at high price tags have private docks or forested acreage. “Sebago Lake is a really special place,” says Nick Guerrette, a Realtor with RE/MAX Shoreline who has over twenty years of experience in renovation, property management and construction. Every year, he vacations in Standish with his family at their summer home. “The whole area is awesome. It gives people a taste of what Maine is like - from the culture to the setting to the people to its simplicity.” The average price of homes here is around $550,000, which is higher than in nearby Steep Falls and Standish. Many folks move here to live in nature, and don’t mind driving to Long Beach or Standish for groceries or a night out. Students study within the Maine Regional School Unit No. 06, which is graded an overall C-plus on Niche and is the No. 4 best school district for Maine athletes. Richville has an overall CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10, which is lower than the national average of 4. Homes near waterways should keep an eye out for flooding during rainy seasons.
It’s not hard to find opportunities to swim, kayak or boat in Richville. Fishermen often catch a variety of lake trout, whitefish and salmon in Sebago Lake’s waters. Harmon’s Beach and Rich Memorial Beach are both for Standish residents only and can require annual fees to access, but their sandy beaches, boat launches and picnic areas make for family-friendly adventures. Steep Falls Wildlife Management Area, just south of town, is a woodland sanctuary full of wild animals and trails. Though popular among canoers and bird watchers, it is not known for its hiking due to confusing trail markers and lack of maps. Down in Sebago Lake, families can spend a day at the Standish Skatepark, hike the Mountain Division Trail or play at Johnson Field.
Lakeside homes with private docks are found off the long, winding, tree-lined thoroughfare of Richville Road. “Every once in a while, there are amazing opportunities out there where you can find a nice solid house that doesn’t require tons of work. It's the major items like the roof, foundation, septic, and well that you’d want to make sure are in good shape,” Guerrette says. “I’d say in Standish, you’re going to find homes with different styles, ages, and amenities. Some may be renovated, and others may require a little bit of sweat equity.” Those on Harmon’s Beach range from small beach cottages with gravel driveways to modern farmhouses and contemporary cabins with detached garages. Lakeshore houses often start around $600,000 and can cost over $1 million. Farther inland, Cape Cods and ranch-style homes sit on forested lots, sometimes with three or more acres, and have long private drives. “In those rural areas, farm and forest, and any zoning for that matter, there are restrictions on lot sizes. Most rural towns don’t want it to turn into a city; they want to protect the country feel,” Guerrette says. “Lots of people have properties with their own hunting blind out back, dirt bike or walking trails, and maybe a private pond.” Inland residences with three or more bedrooms can cost between $360,000 and over $550,000.
Sebago Days is a family-friendly event held in mid-July every year for the past few decades. They shut down Route 114 for a few hours, where “they have an old school parade of antique cars, fire trucks, and local floats,” Guerrette says. “Locals line the roads, and the people on the floats toss candy to the kids. The town puts on a fair and has rides, food and music.” Residents can partake in the 5k run and walk or enjoy fireworks when the sun starts to set.
For quick trips close to home, Jordan’s Store on Richville Road has groceries and a meat counter, as well as a few household essentials. “If you’re vacationing or living on the west side of the lake and you need hamburger buns, milk, pizza, or even fishing tackle, you go to Jordan’s Store. It’s a family-run business, and those guys will take good care of you,” Guerrette says. Father-son-owned Sportsman’s Kitchen & Keg is an upscale pub on Lake Sebago, where boats pull up to the restaurant’s 100-foot dock, and folks take advantage of the outdoor tiki bar. “There are all kinds of little mom-and-pop shops around here. Sunrise Corner is a cool little spot that’s open seasonally,” Guerrette says. “The wonderful lady who owns it is a true Mainer. She makes fudge and runs a little antique shop. You can drop in and get random things like penny candy, dried flowers, and even antique birdhouses.” For longer grocery trips, locals can drive into Standish to shop at the Hannaford grocery store or get a few things at Family Dollar.
Students can first attend Edna Libby Elementary School, rated a B-plus on Niche, for kindergarten through third grade. They can then attend George E Jack School, graded a B, for fourth and fifth grade. Bonny Eagle Middle School and Bonny Eagle High School are on the same large campus down in Bonny Eagle, Maine. Both are graded a C-plus on Niche and have several large sports fields and courts for soccer, baseball, softball and football players. In fact, Bonny Eagle High is ranked the No. 7 best high school for athletes in Maine, with several cross country and football championships.
Richville is “...certainly more rural than Portland, but when you look at the distance of Sebago Lake to Portland, you’re only about 30-40 minutes away,” Guerrette says. “I always tell my clients that if you can get everything you want in a house and get something affordable but only have to drive a few more minutes, it’s worth it.” North Windham, which has several big box stores and shopping centers, is roughly 10 miles northeast via Route 114. Standish Center is about 7 miles south of the lakeshore in Richville, where locals can then travel about 20 miles southeast via Route 25 to downtown Portland. There, locals can access the Maine Medical Center, as well as the Portland International Airport. They can also hop on a train at the Portland Transportation Center to head south to Boston. For those who drive, it’s about 120 miles south via Interstate 95 to Boston.
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
518
Median Age
44
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,656
Significantly below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$83,083
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.8%
College Graduates
33.7%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.7%
Above the national average
64.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
36''
Area Factors
Not friendly
Bike Score®®
10/ 100
Somewhat friendly
Walk Score®®
20/ 100
Source: Local Logic
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