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Secluded island in Yarmouth, Maine
The first thing people see when they cross the bridge onto Cousins Island is Sandy Point Beach, a rocky, tidal beach that sets the tone for this private island in Yarmouth. This island and its neighbor, Littlejohn Island, are almost exclusively filled with homes and nature preserves, including the Littlejohn Island Preserve. “It’s a little slice of heaven,” says Brenda Whitney, Realtor with Portside Real Estate Group and resident of 27 years. “I was thrilled when we got to build our house here and I’ve never taken any of it for granted.” Besides the beaches and acres of forests, folks can explore the historic Cousins Island Chapel, built in the 1890s. This gothic building hosts nondenominational services in the summer and a holiday service in December. Residents head toward Main Street, about 4 miles away, for a night at The Garrison or to celebrate the annual Yarmouth Clam Festival, a three-day celebration in July, and can return to their quiet homes at the end of the day.
Cousins Island is a quiet respite off of the coast of Maine.
Cousins Island has a variety home styles.
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Beaches and preserves on the island
Sandy Point Beach greets people as they drive onto Cousins Island. This beach is ideal for people who want to picnic by the water or go for a swim; it is open from dawn to dusk all year. “The days are a little short in the winter, but they’re long in the summer and that makes up for it,” says Joe Waltman, owner of Waltman Architectural Design and resident since 1980. Locals can also access the water at Madeline Point, a rocky beach on the other end of the island. Locals can hike through the Katherine Tinker Preserve or the paths from the Westside Trail system, which connects all of Yarmouth. At Littlejohn Island Preserve, part of the Royal River Conservation Trust, locals can explore views of the rocky coast and red oaks along Casco Bay. However, the 1.3-mile-long trail can be difficult to access. “If you’re living in the area and you walk to it, it’s fine,” Whitney says. “But if you want to drive to it, there’s only four parking spots.”
Boating is a common activity on Cousins Island.
Residents enjoy Sandy Point during low tide on Cousins Island.
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Cape Cods and Colonial Revivals on Cousins Island
The island is almost entirely residential, with exceptions for businesses running out of home offices. Houses sit among the evergreen pine trees and oaks that turn vibrant shades of orange and red in the fall. Ranch styles from the 1950s and 1960s and late 20th-century Cape Cods and Colonial Revivals sit among contemporary homes. Prices typically range from $675,000 to $1.5 million, although some are close to $2 million. While most of the island is safe from flooding, homes along the coast are more prone to flooding. Flood insurance is recommended for most and required if someone has a federally backed mortgage. Cousins Island receives a CAP Index Crime Score of one out of 10, compared to the national average of four out of 10.
This Cape Cod with an attached garage can be found on Cousins Island.
This contemporary 2-story home is nestled on Cousins Island.
This 2-story home with dormered windows is typical on Cousins Island.
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Yarmouth schools are top-notch
Cousins Island is part of the highly rated Yarmouth School Department, which Niche rates the No. 1 school district in the Portland area. Rowe School offers kindergarten and first grade and receives an A-minus, while Yarmouth Elementary School, which teaches second through fifth grade, Harrison Middle School and Yarmouth High School all earn an A. The high school offers JMG courses, a statewide program that builds leadership skills and helps students prepare for post-secondary opportunities, whether that is the workforce or college.
Franh H. Harrison Middle School serves Cousins Island.
Yarmouth High School serves Cousins Island.
Yarmouth Elementary School serves Cousins Island.
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Locals visit eateries across the bridge
Yarmouth’s growing restaurant scene is just across the water. “We are north of Portland and are a sprawl of the food scene in Portland,” Whitney says. Pat’s Pizza opened in 1978 and is a family-style eatery and sports bar. “When the power is out everywhere, and there is an ice storm, they are still there running on generators,” Whitney says. “They are part of the heart of this community.” Owl and Elm, named Portland Radio Group’s Best All-Around Restaurant in Maine, serves a culinary twist on pub food. Somebody can find a more intimate farm-to-table experience at The Garrison, which sits on the Royal River. The Garrison Chef’s Supper Club lets people enjoy gourmet food at home with a monthly multi-course meal that can feed two to four people. Most residents shop at Hannaford and buy fresh produce and local meat and dairy at the Yarmouth Farmers Market, outdoors on Thursday afternoons from May to October and indoors in November and December. Walmart is about 9 miles away, while Target and Lowe’s are about 20 miles away.
Hannaford is the main grocery store near Cousins Island.
Rosemont Bakery is a favorite spot for groceries near Cousins Island.
The Royal River Grill House is a favorite restaurant near Cousins Island.
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Clam Festival with food, fair and fun
The Yarmouth Clam Festival is an annual celebration that dates back to 1965. It kicks off with a parade on Main Street on Friday night. “People, weeks ahead of time, put their chairs on the side of the street to mark their spot,” Whitney says. “And nobody steals them!” People from across the state compete in the Maine State Clam Shucking Contest, run in the 5k and watch the Diaper Derby, where babies and toddlers crawl to the finish line. Attendees can also enjoy carnival rides and live music. Food ranges from grilled cheese made by the local Boy Scouts to custom-made lobster rolls and clam sandwiches and the iconic lime rickey made by the Downeaster Chorus. “If I don’t have a lime rickey at the clam festival, there’s something wrong with me,” Whitney says. The Cousins Littlejohn Island Improvement Association also hosts events throughout the year, including an Easter egg hunt and a Halloween party.
Bridge carries residents to the rest of Yarmouth
A causeway connects Cousins Island and Littlejohn Island, while The Ellis C. Snodgrass Memorial Bridge brings residents to the rest of Yarmouth, where locals can easily hop onto U.S. Route 1 or Interstate 295 and drive 15 miles to Portland. The Chebeague Island Ferry leads to the town of Chebeague and all its amenities, including a golf course. Most people fly out of Portland International Jetport, and the nearest emergency room is at Maine Medical Center, both about 18 miles away.
This causeway connects Cousins Island with Little John Island.
Interstate-95 is nearby Cousins Island.
Cousins Island is connected to the mainland via the Ellis C Snodgrass Memorial Bridge.
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Power plant is rarely in use
The Wyman Energy Center is in the southern part of the neighborhood and is a “peaking power plant,” meaning that it is only used when other power grids are down or there is high electricity demand. “There is a cool path along the power lines that everybody is allowed to use, from road biking to walking to snowmobiles,” Waltman says. There has been some conversation about either decommissioning the plant or changing its energy source from oil to wind combines. “There is a cool path along the power lines that everybody is allowed to use, from road biking to walking to snowmobiles.”
There are many inlets that weave through Cousins Island.
You may enjoy a StoryWalk nature trail on Cousins Island.
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Parks in this Area
North Road Recreation Center
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Royal River Park
Winslow Memorial Park
Camping
Trails
Beach
Grist Mill Park
River
Ridge Trail
Trails
Transit
Airport
Portland International Jetport
32 min drive
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.76 Reviews
5.0Niche User
4/14/2015Niche Review
This is a very safe tight knit community. There is virtually no crime here, the only thing people ever get in trouble for is occasionally speeding.
4.0Niche User
4/14/2015Niche Review
It depends on the area you live in but overall everything is quite clean in nice, we have a very competitive house market and a house is never "for sale" for very long
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Cousins Island
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 Cousins Island, Yarmouth sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Cousins Island, Yarmouth over the last 12 months is $1,373,945, up 7% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
A quintessential Shingle Style estate inspired by the great mansions of Bar Harbor. Sited on 3.8 private acres along the prestigious Spruce Point overlooking the Casco Bay with a deep water dock. The interior was fully renovated in 2021 and will leave a lasting impression.
Samuel MichaudLegacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Fabulously remodeled home, a short walk to association beach and pier. New windows, doors and insulation create energy efficiency and style. New cedar shingle siding and roof shingles provide years of maintenance free living. Brand new kitchen, baths and first floor laundry room with custom built ins. New front walk, back patio and deck. The list goes on, but you'll feel like you're in a new
David KitchenBetter Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
Just 20 minutes from Portland, 10 minutes from the heart of Yarmouth, and only 2 minutes to a convenient boat launch, this extraordinary home offers a rare combination of privacy, serenity, and proximity. Nestled on a commanding bluff with panoramic ocean views, and surrounded by 7 acres of unspoiled coastal landscape, the setting feels like a world apart—yet close to
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
803
Median Age
56
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
17.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
34.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$172,169
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$190,267
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.3%
College Graduates
59.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
38.4%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.3%
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®
17/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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