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Westbrook

Westbrook

Located in Cumberland County

$473,656 Average Value
$333 Average Price per Sq Ft
23 Homes For Sale

Former mill town blossoms into bustling city

Once a mill town along the Presumpscot River, Westbrook is now a growing city with a developing commercial district just 5 miles from downtown Portland. With a population of around 20,000 people and a growth rate of around 14% in the last decade, the city continues to attract new residents. Some of the area's draws include its variety of housing options, numerous parks and nature preserves, retail choices along Main Street and the brand-new Rock Row commercial development. “The buzz in Westbrook is palpable,” says Amy Mulkerin, Realtor and owner of Mulkerin Real Estate, who has worked in the area for nearly 50 years.

Westbrook has a rich history.
Westbrook has a rich history.
Westbrook is a great place to live.
Westbrook is a great place to live.
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Main Street lined with restaurants

Downtown Westbrook stretches along Main Street, where local eateries are mixed with green spaces. Residents here can start their morning with a coffee from Roots Café or have lunch at Casa Novello. Mast Landing Brewing Company is a popular meeting spot for drinks. The Cumberland Mills community is home to Rock Row, a growing commercial development with restaurants like Cowbell Burger Bar and a Market Basket. During the long winters, residents can head to Sim-City Indoor Golf, a digital golf course. The development is expected to be fully completed in 2029. The closest Target, Walmart and Lowe’s are all about 5 miles away.

Westbrook Together Days and popular events

Every year, the Westbrook and Gorham communities gather for the Westbrook Together Days. This weekend-long celebration kicks off with a concert on a Friday night in May. Saturday starts with a Boy Scouts Breakfast and an annual parade, followed by more live music, an auction and a fireworks display. The Westbrook Common is a downtown space that hosts a calendar of events such as acoustic concerts and art markets.

City parks and nature preserves

Riverbank Park has open fields and a playground, as well as views of the Presumpscot River. This space is also used for events, including weddings and the annual Holiday Tree Lighting in November. The Walker Memorial Library and a dog park are also nearby. Locals are surrounded by nature preserves, and Pride Preserve spans about 188 acres and 3.5 miles of trails that can be used for hiking, skiing and snowmobiling in designated areas. “It’s endorsed and embraced by not only Westbrook residents but the surrounding towns,” Mulkerin says.

Mill Brook preserve is a great amenity in Westbrook.
Mill Brook preserve is a great amenity in Westbrook.
Enjoy the natural beauty of Pride Preserve in Westbrook.
Enjoy the natural beauty of Pride Preserve in Westbrook.
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Single-family homes and rental units

As of January 2025, the median housing price in Westbrook was around $460,000, slightly higher than the U.S. median housing price at the time. Homes commonly sit close together, with a line of spruce trees growing between them. Common architectural styles include Cape Cods and early 20th century bungalows in Frenchtown and larger Colonial Revivals and New Englander-inspired homes in the Prides Corner community. Mulkerin says that many housing options are rentals and attributes this to the number of commuters from Portland and University of Southern Maine college students who don’t live in the city.

This Dutch Colonial style home is typical in Westbrook.
This Dutch Colonial style home is typical in Westbrook.
This Bungalow style home is nestled in Westbrook.
This Bungalow style home is nestled in Westbrook.
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Students can enroll at Westbrook Regional Vocational Center

Westbrook Public Schools serves the community, and Canal School and Westbrook Middle School earn C ratings from Niche. Students at Westbrook High School, which earns a B-minus, can enroll in vocational classes at Westbrook Regional Vocational Center. Programs here prepare students for careers in automotive technology and medical occupations.

Easy commute to Portland

Interstate 95 and U.S. Route 302 are the major roads for residents of Westbrook, and Portland is about 7 miles away. For public transportation, the Greater Portland Metro and Amtrak offer routes to Boston, which is about 107 miles to the south. Many residents also work at the IDEXX, a biotech company just south of downtown. Portland International Jetport is about 4 miles away, and the nearest emergency room is at Maine Medical Center, about 6 miles away. The community also recently opened Rock Row’s Medical & Research Campus, which provides cancer treatment and primary healthcare on the city's eastern end, anchored by the New England Cancer Specialists.

Crime

According to Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office data, Westbrook has a lower crime rate than most of the county as well as lower than the national average, with crime rates increasing by around 14% between 2022 and 2023.

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Westbrook Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$455,000
Median Sale Price
$455,400
Median Single Family Sale Price
$460,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$440,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$379,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
270
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$333

Area Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
5,287
Number of Homes for Sale
23
Median Year Built
1970
Months of Supply
1.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,534
Significantly below the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,250
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,165
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
709
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,761

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Westbrook Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
20,248
Median Age
40
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$72,682
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,184

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
38.4%
Advanced Degrees
11%
% Population in Labor Force
72.9%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
43''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

3 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®®

26 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
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