Pleasant Hill-Falmouth, which locals call Pleasant Hill, is a friendly community along the Presumpscot River, about 5 miles from downtown Portland. “Everybody waves to each other, looks out for each other,” says Nick Guerrette, Realtor and broker with Re/Max Shoreline and resident of 10 years. “Personally, I think it’s one of the best areas in Falmouth.” The neighborhood is part of the highly rated Falmouth Public Schools, which earn an A from Niche. Residents can explore miles of hiking trails at the Pleasant Hill Woods Preserve and Walton Park and visit local restaurants such as JP’s Bistro. Route 9 runs through the neighborhood, making traveling in and out of Portland easy.
There are several golf courses bear Pleasant Hill - Falmouth.
pleasant Hill - Falmouth is a rural community made of single-family homes.
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Array of houses at varying price points
Smaller lots fill the neighborhood, which Guerrette says “creates more of a community feel.” A variety of houses sit on grassy lawns that change with the seasons, going from a vibrant green in the spring to covered in leaves in the fall and dusted with snow in the winter. “I think the mixture of houses is definitely a draw,” Guerrette says. “There’s some new construction among older homes and trees that have been there for decades.” Cape Cods and ranch styles from the early and mid-20th century are a short walk from new traditional homes and Colonial Revivals built in the 1990s and 2000s. Prices can start at $400,000 and can exceed $1.2 million. Pleasant Hill receives a CAP Index Crime Score of one out of 10, compared to the national average of four out of 10.
This style of home is typical in pleasant hill - Falmouth.
This classic cape cod style home is nestled in Pleasant Hill - Falmouth.
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Highly rated Falmouth schools
Falmouth Public Schools serve the neighborhood. “One of the reasons we moved to Falmouth from Portland was because of the school system,” Guerrette says. Students can start at Falmouth Elementary School before attending Falmouth Middle School. Falmouth High offers Pop-up Quarter-Elective classes, which let students dive into unique subjects such as sign language and garden design. The curriculum typically consists of site visits and independent work on an accelerated timeframe, lasting only half a semester. All three schools earn an A from Niche.
Falmouth High School is one of the top high schools in the state of Maine each year.
Front entrance and student drop off area of Falmouth Middle School.
Main entrance of Falmouth Elementary School.
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Trails in and around Pleasant Hill
At the Pleasant Hills Woods Preserve, cyclists and hikers can explore about 2 miles of rocky trails, bringing their canine companions along for an off-leash adventure. Walton Park is less than 1 mile away, with a walking path that leads to the Presumpscot River, where people can fish, boat and kayak. Families can bring their kids to the playground at Peppermint Park, about 4 miles away, or the open fields and ice-skating rink at Village Park. At Riverside Golf Course, about a 3-mile drive, locals can play on either an 18- or nine-hole course.
There are several golf courses bear Pleasant Hill - Falmouth.
Peppermint Park offers a playground area for children in the area.
Village Park is a small park in Falmouth - Foreside.
Aerial bird view of both Walton Park on the left and Presumpscot Falls Park on the right.
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Nearby restaurants in Portland and Falmouth
Locals can visit one of the many eateries in Falmouth and Portland. “My favorite local restaurant is JP’s,” Guerrette says. JP’s Bistro offers an extensive menu of Italian dishes. “Everything is homemade,” says John P. Gagnon, or JP, chef and owner of the restaurant. “We strive to give good quality at a reasonable price.” Guerrette also recommends Bernie’s Foreside, which serves breakfast and lunch in a diner setting, and Sicilian Table, a Mediterranean restaurant. There are more than 100 options in downtown Portland, including the waterside Becky’s Diner and the Mexican Taco Escobarr. Residents can get groceries from Shaw’s, about a 2-mile drive, and do the rest of their shopping at Target and Lowe’s, about 10 miles away, and Walmart is approximately 3 miles away.
Get a great breakfast at Bernie's Foreside near Pleasant Hill - Falmouth.
JP's Bistro is a favorite restaurant near Pleasant Hill - Falmouth.
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Farmers markets and holiday festivities
Falmouth hosts a summer and winter farmers market on Wednesday meetings, with the summer market running from May to October and the winter market from October to November. Vendors sell an assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables, crafts, baked goods and soaps. At the start of the holiday season, the town comes together for Very Merry Falmouth, a weekend-long celebration that kicks off with a tree-lighting ceremony. The rest of the festivities include games, 5k and ice skating. Both Foreside Community Church and the Episcopal Church of Saint Mary’s host a craft fair where people can find gifts made by local businesses.
The Falmouth Farmers' Market is open every Wednesday in the summer near Pleasant Hill - Falmouth
The Farmers' Market in Falmouth sells a variety of plants and locally made goods.
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Easy access to major roads
Route 9 runs parallel to Interstate 295, with a connection about 2 miles north of the neighborhood. The major roads running through the area can cause increased noise levels, but Guerrette emphasizes that it adds more value to the community. “It’s not only easy to get to I-295, there’s a bypass to Interstate 95 in Falmouth,” he says. Residents fly out of Portland International Jetport, about 7 miles away; the closest emergency room is at Maine Medical Center, about a 3-mile drive.
Pleasant Hill provides easy access to Interstates 95 and 295.
Public transportation is available on Route 1 near Pleasant Hill - Falmouth.
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Parks in this Area
Walton Park
Presumpscot River Preserve
Bike Trails
Fishing
Picnic Area
Pine Grove Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Quarry Run Dog Park
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Peppermint Park
Playground
Village Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Presumpscot Falls Park
Oat Nuts Park Trail
Bike Trails
Trails
Hiking
Transit
Airport
Portland International Jetport
16 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Pleasant Hill-Falmouth
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pleasant Hill-Falmouth, Falmouth sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Pleasant Hill-Falmouth, Falmouth over the last 12 months is $884,386, down 7% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$815,500
Median Single Family Price
$840,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$342
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Median List Price
$862,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
330
Median Year Built
2013
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,641
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
27,878
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,020
Median Age
52
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$93,039
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$142,382
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
69%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
34.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
36''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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