Why Live in Raymond
Raymond, ME, is a lakeside town located 22 miles west of Portland, known for its natural beauty and rural charm. The area is surrounded by campgrounds, trails, and waterfront properties, including Panther Pond and Sebago Lake, which offer public beaches and private docks. Raymond Community Forest features trails with views of Pismire Mountain, and Tassel Top Park provides access to Sebago Lake's sandy shoreline. The town lacks a central downtown but has numerous locally owned establishments along U.S. Route 302, such as Fishermen’s Catch Restaurant and Seafood Market, A La Mexicana, Village Donut Shop & Bakery, and Good Life Market. For more extensive shopping, residents can drive 5 miles south to North Windham's big-box retailers. Raymond's real estate includes country estates and large lake cabins, with properties on Cape Road known as the "Gold Coast" due to their multi-million-dollar estates. Recreational activities abound, with options like the Slideshow Disc Golf Course and hiking trails in Raymond Community Forest and Morgan Meadows Wildlife Management Area. The Windham Raymond School District serves the area, with Windham High offering a highly rated education and dual enrollment programs. Raymond is convenient for drivers, with a 22-mile drive to Portland, and offers ferry rides to Frye Island from Cape Road.
Home Trends in Raymond, ME
On average, homes in Raymond, ME sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Raymond, ME over the last 12 months is $415,000, down 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$415,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$425,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$485
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
31
Median List Price
$450,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-30%
