Why Live in Harrison
Harrison, a neighborhood in Waterford, offers picturesque Western Maine Mountain views and lakeside living with Long Lake and Crystal Lake providing ample opportunities for swimming, power boating, and trout fishing. The area saw significant population growth during the pandemic, and while it gets busier in the summer, it remains a year-round community. Residents can enjoy performances at the Deertrees Theatre, dine lakeside on Main Street, or hike the 300-acre Crooked River Preserve. Housing options include custom-built country estates from the 1800s, Cape Cod farmhouses on large lots, log cabins, and contemporary homes. Lakeside properties often feature private beaches or boat slips. Public amenities include a boat ramp on Main Street, Harrison Marina, Gateway Marina, and a public beach at Crystal Lake Park. The Crooked River Preserve offers trails for hiking, biking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing, and Pleasant Mountain's ski trails are 11 miles west. Deertrees Theatre hosts over 40 productions annually, including the Sebago Long Lake Music Festival. Dining options on Main Street include The Barking Chicken, Olde Mill Tavern, Village Tie Up, and Long Lake Creamery. For groceries, residents can visit the Harrison General Store or travel 5 miles south to Bridgton. Harrison is car-dependent with Maine Route 35 providing access to Portland, 40 miles south, and New Hampshire, 30 miles west.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Harrison a good place to live?
Harrison is a good place to live, receiving 4.3 stars from its residents. Harrison is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Harrison is a rural neighborhood. Harrison has 4 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.1 people per acre and a median age of 51. The average household income is $67,951 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 26.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Harrison are home owners, with 15.6% of residents renting and 84.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Harrison can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Harrison neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Harrison?
The median home price in Harrison is $539,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $107,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,750 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $118K a year to afford the median home price in Harrison. The average household income in Harrison is $68K.
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Home Trends in Harrison, ME
On average, homes in Harrison, Waterford sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Harrison, Waterford over the last 12 months is $481,250, up 35% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$481,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$538,750
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$363
Number of Homes for Sale
26
Last 12 months Home Sales
56
Median List Price
$539,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
35%
