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Why Live in Bay View

Bay View is a tranquil waterfront community just outside of Saco, Maine, that’s surrounded by nature, with the Atlantic Ocean, the Saco River and forests. Housing in Bay View ranges from early 1900s Victorian cottages to new Colonial Revivals. Bay View Beach, the area’s namesake, is an accessible, dog-friendly beach that’s staffed with lifeguards from mid-June to late August. The nearby Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge offers a 2-mile hiking trail through the marshy Goosefare Brook, where you can encounter wild turkey or white-tailed deer. Highly rated Saco Public Schools and Thornton Academy attract families to the area. Shopping is a short drive away, with Shaw’s 4 miles and Target 11 miles away. The nearby Ocean Park Subs and Grocery sells beach supplies and food year-round. Old Orchard Pier, 2.5 miles north, is a hub for seafood and entertainment, featuring live music and comedy. When not at the beach, residents head to Downtown Biddeford and Saco for events like River Jam and Fringe Fest. Commuting is convenient with Route 9 and Interstate 95 nearby, and Portland International Jetport is 16.5 miles away.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bay View a good place to live?
Bay View is a good place to live. Bay View is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Bay View is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Bay View has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.0 people per acre and a median age of 53. The average household income is $176,481 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 67.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Bay View are home owners, with 21% of residents renting and 79% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Bay View can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Bay View neighborhood guide.
Is Bay View, ME a safe neighborhood?
Bay View, ME is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Bay View?
The median home price in Bay View is $5,395,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $1,079,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.66%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $27,740 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $1M a year to afford the median home price in Bay View. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Bay View is $176K.
What are the best public schools in Bay View?
The best public schools that serve Bay View are:
What are the best private schools in Bay View?
The best private schools that serve Bay View are:
  • Thornton Academy has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
What are the most popular zip codes in Bay View, Saco, ME?
The most popular zip codes in Bay View, Saco, ME include 04072, 04064, 04005, 04006 and 04074.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Bay View, Saco, ME?
The most popular neighborhoods near Bay View, Saco, ME are Ferry Beach, East Saco, South Biddeford, Central Saco and Hills Beach.
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