Why Live in Woolwich
Woolwich is a rustic neighborhood known for its lush green landscapes and wide-open spaces, with median lot sizes exceeding 2 acres. This tranquil Mid-Maine peninsula community boasts a crime rate well below the national average, fostering a close-knit atmosphere where residents quickly get to know each other. Surrounded by Merrymeeting Bay and the Kennebec, Sasanoa, and Back Rivers, Woolwich offers ample opportunities for water activities and hiking. Anglers can fish for striped bass, mackerel, and bluefin tuna on the Kennebec River, while hikers can enjoy river views at the 125-acre Merrymeeting Fields Preserve or the 177-acre Coffin Wildflower Reservation. Nequasset Park, along the Sasanoa River, is popular for swimming, boating, and ice fishing. Woolwich features a mix of classic colonial-style homes, Cape Cods, ranch-style homes, and new traditional designs, often on sizable lots shaded by towering trees. U.S. Route 1, the main commercial thoroughfare, hosts businesses like The Montsweag Restaurant, known for its seafood, and Georgetown Pottery. Residents can travel to nearby Bath for community events and grocery shopping at Shaw’s. Route 1 connects Woolwich to Interstate 295, providing access to Portland, about 36 miles away.
Home Trends in Woolwich, ME
On average, homes in Woolwich, ME sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Woolwich, ME over the last 12 months is $452,500, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$452,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$475,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$313
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
30
Median List Price
$495,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
