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West Bath peninsula offers reprieve from city living
The town of West Bath is a quiet peninsula tucked between the cities of Bath and Brunswick, where locals can spend the day on the water or hiking among the fir trees. “We love coastal Maine living,” says Leah Zartarian, resident of 14 years. “We live on the water, and we like the small-town, rural feel of West Bath.” She is not the only one. Zartarian says that many of her neighbors are retirees. With water surrounding the town on three sides, they can spend the day boating or fishing or go hiking through the Hamilton Audubon Sanctuary. With U.S. Route 1 going through the top of the town, it is an easy commute to the restaurants and shops in surrounding cities.
Outdoor fun and community involvement
Part of West Bath’s appeal is the nature that fills the town. “People really love to get outside,” says Nancy Carleton, Realtor with Vitalius Real Estate Group and longtime resident of the Bath area. With water surrounding the town on all sides, it is no surprise that locals can spend their days boating, fishing and kayaking, docking at their private docks or the New Meadows Marina. The Hamilton Audubon Sanctuary offers almost 3 miles of trails that wind through a forest of pine, spruce and fir, leading to freshwater vistas and views of the cove. During the winter, the nearby Bath Golf Club transforms into ski trails, and snowmobile riders can find some trails off U.S. Route 1. Residents also get involved in community organizations. Zartarian herself is a member of the West Bath Historical Society and the Board of Trustees for the Patten Free Library.
Residents may enjoy a hike through the woods in West Bath
West Bath leads to scenic views at Winnegance Bay.
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Local eateries in Bath
While there are several eateries in West Bath, such as the food cart Shutty’s Seafood which serves fresh seafood from April to October, many locals head to the neighboring cities. “The city of Bath itself has a lot of shops, restaurants, everything,” Carleton says. “You can literally drive five minutes and be in town doing things, and then be back out to your little piece of paradise in West Bath.” People can get a cup of coffee and a pastry from Mae’s Cafe and Bakery, which Zartarian says is a “great breakfast and brunch place,” and order dinner from J.R. Maxwell a& Co. or meet friends for drinks at Bath Brewing Company. Residents can get their groceries from the regional chain Shaw’s or Brackett’s Market, part of the Independent Grocer’s Alliance. Lowe’s and Walmart are in Brunswick, about 7 miles away, while Target is about a 13 mile-drive.
Shaw's is the main grocery store near West Bath.
Locals often enjoy ice cream at Witch Spring Hill in West Bath.
Shops and restaurants are plentiful in downtown Bath, near West Bath.
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Homes dating back 100 years
Gravel driveways split off winding roads, leading to large properties that start at one acre of land. Spruce and pine trees surround a variety of homes, many of which sit on the Winnegance Bay. “Some of these neighborhoods go back 100 years,” Zartarian says. Colonial Revivals and Cape Cods built as early as 1900 sit among late 20th century ranch styles. Prices tend to fall between $350,000 and $825,000, although some waterfront properties can exceed $1 million. West Bath receives a CAP Index Crime Score of one out of 10, compared to the national average of four out of 10.
Well-maintained Colonials can often be found in West Bath.
This small Cape with a Gambrel roof garage is typical in West Bath.
West Bath homes can come with docks to make the most of the scenery.
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Flood insurance recommended for waterfront homes
The Federal Emergency Management Agency identifies several Zone AE flood risks along the coast, meaning there is a 26% chance of flooding over a 30-year mortgage. Flood insurance is recommended for all homeowners in the area and is required for anyone with a federally backed mortgage.
West Bath School Administrative Unit
Students can start at West Bath School, which earns an A from Niche and is the only school in the district. Most students attend Regional School Unit 1 (RSU 1) for grades six through 12, starting at Bath Middle School before graduating from Morse High School; both schools receive a B-minus. Students at Morse High can enroll in vocational courses at the Bath Regional Career & Technical Center, which offers programs ranging from carpentry to cosmetology. “They actually have a hair styling studio in the school where kids can learn their cosmetology and come out ready to go,” Carleton says. If students choose to attend another school, the West Bath School Administrative Unit will cover tuition up to the expected costs of RSU 1.
West Bath Elementary Schoolserves students from grades PK-5.
Bath Middle School serves the West Bath neighborhood.
Hyde School is a historic school in neighboring Bath.
Morse High School serves many students in both Bat and West Bath.
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City of Bath hosts events year-round
With the nearby Bath constantly hosting events, there is plenty for people to do. Music lovers can lay out their picnic blankets and enjoy live music every Tuesday and Friday from mid-June to early September at the Gazebo at City Park, which also hosts two free movie nights in August. The highlight of the year is the Bath Heritage Days, a weekend-long celebration of the community held every year around the Fourth of July. Neighbors line Main Street to watch the Independence Day Parade before strolling through the Arts in the Park vendors and cheering on the Firemen’s Muster.
Access to Amtrak in neighboring Brunswick
West Bath is car-dependent, with U.S. Route 1 connecting the town to nearby cities, including Bath and Brunswick, the latter of which has an Amtrak station that offers routes to Portland, about 37 miles away, and Boston, about 143 miles away. Most residents fly out of Portland International Jetport, which is about a 40-mile drive. The closest emergency room is at Mid Coast Hospital, about 7 miles away.
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Midcoast Maine’s charming Phippsburg is an old fishing village, home to year-round residents who brave the waters when they’re at their coldest. The peninsula’s jagged edges jut into the mouth of the Kennebec River, known for fertile waters with enormous runs of fish. "It's one of the first places in Maine where Europeans settled and built the first wooden sailing vessel in North America," says Robert Long, a Maine native who works in the area. Long emphasizes the value of the town's long-tended farmland. “It’s a very small town,” says Julie A. Cromwell, owner of Cromwell Coastal Properties in nearby Woolwich and 20-year local seller. The community’s population topped out at just over 2,000 in 2020, according to US Census Bureau data, but those numbers are increasing thanks to the growing crowds of Winnebago drivers who park their motor homes here solidly until Labor Day. Phippsburg’s draw is in its natural scenery – the town’s undeveloped land sits under thick blankets of brushy pines and fir trees that line one north-to-south road leading to the rocky cape.
Buyers can find listings at many budgets in this quiet coastal community, where multi-million-dollar waterfront residences mix with manufactured homes and about everything in between. Properties typically range from $200,000 to $2 million, spanning styles from beach cottages and rustic farmhouses to towering cabins that peek through the tall treetops. These getaways scatter along the main road, hidden behind long drives and thick foliage. Purchasing an empty parcel is a good way to invest here, with lots selling from $75,000 to $725,000, depending on the size, location and views.
But there’s a lot more to Phippsburg than barn houses and fishing. The peninsula is home to several nature preserves and beaches with stunning year-round scenery. Popham Beach is the busiest in the state, particularly during the summertime when the rocky coastline fills with swimmers, boaters and seashell collectors. Pet owners can leash up their furry friends for waterside walks in the fall and winter. Locals can also take on woodsy trails on the way to the beach at the Bates Morse Mountain Conservation Area (BMMCA), an enclave of protected salt marsh and coastal upland managed by Bates College. "The barrier beach is a pristine jewel," Long, a steward at the BMMCA, says.
Phippsburg is part of Regional School Unit 1, a public school system also serving Bath and Woolwich. Kids can start at Phippsburg Elementary before moving on to Bath Middle and finishing up their studies at Morse High. Each carries Niche ratings of B-minus or higher and is located within 7 miles or roughly 15 minutes from Phippsburg families. In 2023, members of Morse’s new International Club held an event called “International Night,” designed to highlight the cultures of exchange students from across Maine, including Kazakhstan, France, Italy, Germany, Mexico and Ukraine.
The town gathers weekly for civic meetings covering historic preservation, climate resilience and shellfish conservation, among other topics. Locals also gather for less official events throughout the year, like the Phippsburg Sportsmen’s Association’s Family Fishing Derby in February, Trick or Truck for Halloween and the popular Canvases and Cocktails event in the winter. “Everybody helps each other out,” Cromwell says. Community leaders have organized once-a-month meal kits to be distributed at the town hall to help residents stretch their grocery budgets. With a CAP Index crime score of 1, Phippsburg also experiences less crime than busier Maine areas.
Phippsburg has a handful of restaurants, though many are open seasonally, so it’s wise to check before heading out for a meal. The Lobster House is among the most popular, a waterside spot known for its namesake dish, and Ledges Pub, an eatery offering dinner with a view of the water inside the Sebasco Harbor Resort. You can also get a fresh-baked pie in town from Trish’s Pie Bakery, serving flavors like pecan, French apple, and – of course – wild Maine blueberry. Downtown Bath is less than 10 miles away, where Phippsburg locals can explore the lively downtown area with a wide selection of bars, restaurants and cafes. Phippsburg homeowners also head this way for grocery shops at Shaw’s, or continue west to Brunswick to hit big box stores like Walmart or Lowe’s Home Improvement.
Phippsburg’s proximity to Bath means it’s not too far from Route 1, a major Maine connector that starts in Kittery and runs all the way up to the Canadian border. It’s a 15-minute ride to the highway from the center of town. From there, commuters can hop on Interstate 295 to ride up and down the coast. Most can reach Portland within an hour, and the Amtrak Downeaster train line begins its journey south in Brunswick, 15 miles away. Brunswick is also home to Mid Coast Hospital.
Property Mix - Square Feet
Rental Home Trends
Number of Homes for Rent
1
Median Rent
$1,900
Median Condo Rent
$1,900
Median 1 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,900
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
12°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
47''
Area Factors
Somewhat bikeable
Bikeability®
20/ 100
Not walkable
Walkability®
10/ 100
Source: Local Logic
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