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Ogunquit

Ogunquit

Rural Neighborhood in York, Maine

York County 03902 , 03907
$994,110 Average Value
$630 Average Price per Sq Ft
24 Homes For Sale

Ogunquit is popular with tourists

Hugged by miles of white-sand beaches, Ogunquit lives up to its name, which means "a beautiful place by the sea" in the indigenous Abenaki language. The community has a vintage appeal and its population hasn't changed much over the years either, jumping to just 1,598 in 2024 from 1,577 in 2020. "Not many people actually reside in Ogunquit because it's more taken over by tourists," says Jackie Roberts, a server at a local family-owned Mediterranean restaurant, The Front Yard. With an average snowfall of nearly 50 inches, it gets pretty cold here. Many restaurants close when the snowbirds head out for the winter. Then, when the sun returns, Ogunquit's beaches and quaint shopping areas are bustling again with waves of visitors and part-time neighbors.

Ogunquit means
Ogunquit means "a beautiful place by the sea" in the indigenous Abenaki language.
Visitors take a break at Marginal Way to take in Ogunquit's amazing coastal views.
Visitors take a break at Marginal Way to take in Ogunquit's amazing coastal views.
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Cliffside hikes along Marginal Way

Ogunquit's Marginal Way is a trail stretching over a mile along the rocky coast. Ogunquit Beach is accessible from the path and offers a wide-open space for sand volleyball, though it's often packed during the warmer months. North of Ogunquit Beach is Footbridge Beach. Considered a hidden gem by locals, it's less touristy than others. The inland Ogunquit Dog Park offers plenty of space for furry friends to roam. Cape Neddick Country Club provides a private course.

Start your morning walk at Lobster Point Lighthouse towards downtown or Perkins Cove.
Start your morning walk at Lobster Point Lighthouse towards downtown or Perkins Cove.
Boats line up to depart Perkins Cove in Ogunquit.
Boats line up to depart Perkins Cove in Ogunquit.
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A 1930s charm in Ogunquit

Craftsmans, Cape Cods, Victorians and custom builds create Ogunquit's architectural fabric. Properties trace back as early as 1910, and while new construction is rare, it's still available, often modeling a rustic farmhouse or New England look. "They have certain regulations where older buildings can't be torn down," says Realtor George Wilson of Portsmouth, New Hampshire-based Aland Realty. "It still looks like it did in 1935." Lot sizes here are spacious, even close to the coast, with homes resting on a quarter of an acre to over 2 acres or more. Properties a short walk to the ocean can go for around $900,000 to over $4 million and sometimes even above $7 million. Homes farther inland also rise to over $1 million but start in the $500,000s. Crime is below average here, by national standards, at 2 out of 10 versus 4 out of 10 on the CAP Index Crime Score.

a Modern Shingle style home on the shore cliff.
a Modern Shingle style home on the shore cliff.
Victorian home navigates through time in Ogunquit.
Victorian home navigates through time in Ogunquit.
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Perkins Cove and the Village

The Marginal Way path ends at Perkins Cove, a former artists' colony with a marina. Its seaside shops in gray shingle houses are connected to inns by a footbridge. Some visit for candlelit dinners with waterfront views at M.C. Perkins Cove restaurant and for homemade saltwater taffy from Perkins Cove Candies. They might also snag beachy clothes from the Nothing Better than Doing Nothing apparel store. The Village, in downtown Ogunquit, is known for its LGBTQ-owned bed and breakfasts and nightlife spots, including The Front Porch Piano Bar & Restaurant. The Village Food Market is also downtown for groceries.

Get your Maine memorabilia at Perkins Cove Orgunquit.
Get your Maine memorabilia at Perkins Cove Orgunquit.
At Perkins Cove in Ogunquit, patron bring their classic treasures in the summer.
At Perkins Cove in Ogunquit, patron bring their classic treasures in the summer.
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Ogunquit Playhouse is one of the last remaining summer theaters from the Summer Stock.
Ogunquit Playhouse is one of the last remaining summer theaters from the Summer Stock.

Live shows at Ogunquit Playhouse

Locals can stock up on handmade candles, jewelry, soaps and more during October's OgunquitFest Artisan Craft Fair, where over 60 New England vendors showcase their work downtown. Other signature events tying into this over 20-year tradition are trick-or-treating in downtown Ogunquit and Perkins Cove and a classic car show. Ogunquit Playhouse hosts at least four shows from May through October. Past shows included Spamalot, Disney’s Frozen and Tootsie.

The Wells High School is a great school for students in grades 9-12 living near Wells, ME.
The Wells High School is a great school for students in grades 9-12 living near Wells, ME.

Students head to nearby Wells for school

Families living in Ogunquit year-round send their kids to the Wells-Ogunquit Community School District. Students may attend Wells Elementary School, Wells Junior High School and Wells High School. The elementary and junior high schools both earn an A-minus rating on Niche, while the high school gets a B rating. All of them are within the neighboring town of Wells. The junior high school's drama department was one of the first in the state to be granted a license to perform the popular Harry Potter and Cursed Child plays.

Ogunquit Beach is located at a walkable distance from all the restaurants and stores downtown.
Ogunquit Beach is located at a walkable distance from all the restaurants and stores downtown.

Ogunquit is conveniently walkable

People can walk almost anywhere in Ogunquit, which is ideal since parking is hard to find. Traffic is also heavy during the peak of tourist season, from June to October. Interstate 95 and Route 1 flow through town for general commuting needs. Several York Hospital branches are within 10 miles, including one in Wells, just over 5 miles away.

Ogunquit experiences its share of coastal storms. In 2024, $1 million was approved toward the repair of Marginal Way, which incurred damages after several storms passed through in January of that year. This was added to a pot of $2 million already set aside for the path's repair after it weathered an earlier storm in 2018. The public works crew responsible for snow removal is on call 24 hours a day.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Portsmouth International at Pease

27 min drive

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Ogunquit US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
2,609
Number of Homes for Sale
24
Median Year Built
1979
Months of Supply
2.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,040
Above the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,495
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
862
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
528
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,503

Open Houses

  • Saturday, May 2
    10:30am - 12:30pm

    55 Israel Head Rd Unit 203, Ogunquit, ME 03907

    $689,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 2 Baths
    • 650 Sq Ft
    • 55 Israel Head Rd
    • Unit 203

    Rare opportunity in Ogunquit! Welcome to The Lookout a sought-after association offering ocean views right from your private deck and an unbeatable location. Walk to the beach, stroll to shops and restaurants along iconic Main Street, and reach Perkins Cove in just five minutes. This unit comes with two parking spaces! This furnished 1-bedroom condo with 2 full baths is designed for easy coastal

    Jordan Wielgoszinski Maine Real Estate Co

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  • Saturday, May 2
    11:30am - 1pm

    1 Cassidy Way, York, ME 03902

    $1,125,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,706 Sq Ft
    • 1 Cassidy Way

    New construction meets coastal convenience in Cape Neddick. Just 1.5 miles from the beach, this thoughtfully designed 2,700+ SF home sits on a private 1.19-acre lot with no HOA. The sun-drenched open floor plan features beautiful hardwood flooring throughout, a dedicated home office, and a chef's kitchen with a massive island, double ovens, and walk-in pantry. Upstairs, find a luxurious primary

    Brenna Bullis The Aland Realty Group, LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
2
Median Rent
$4,372
Median Single Family Home Rent
$5,995
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$5,995
Median Condo Rent
$2,750
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,750

Demographics

Total Population
3,878
Median Age
54
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
16.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
32.2%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$99,484
Above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$135,466

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.3%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
52.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.4%
% Population in Labor Force
69.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
32''

Area Factors

Somewhat friendly

Bike Score®

20 / 100

Not friendly

Walk Score®

10 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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Ogunquit
Jonathan Larssen
Tim Dunham Realty
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