Why Live in Ogunquit
Ogunquit, located in York, Maine, is a picturesque seaside community known for its vintage New England beach town charm. The town's population swells with tourists during the warmer months, drawn to attractions like Ogunquit Beach, a popular spot for swimming, surfing, and beach volleyball, and the quieter Footbridge Beach. Marginal Way, a 1.25-mile coastal trail, offers scenic views and ends at Perkins Cove, a former artists' colony with quaint shops and waterfront dining. The Ogunquit Playhouse hosts professional Broadway musicals during the summer, adding to the town's cultural appeal. Ogunquit's real estate includes historic Colonials and modern Dutch Colonials, reflecting its preservation regulations. The Village area is known for its LGBTQ-friendly scene, featuring nightlife spots like The Front Porch Piano Bar & Restaurant. Ogunquit's year-round population of about 1,500 residents has access to the Wells-Ogunquit Community School District, with Wells Elementary, Junior High, and High School all receiving high ratings. Despite the influx of visitors, the town maintains a low crime risk compared to the national average. Ogunquit is accessible via Interstate 95 and Route 1, with an Amtrak Downeaster line stop in nearby Wells, connecting to Portland International Jetport 40 miles away. Local amenities include the Village Food Market and York Hospital, located 5 miles north in Wells.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ogunquit a good place to live?
Ogunquit is a good place to live. Ogunquit is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Ogunquit is a rural neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Ogunquit has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.3 people per acre and a median age of 54. The average household income is $135,466 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 52.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Ogunquit are home owners, with 17.3% of residents renting and 82.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Ogunquit can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Ogunquit neighborhood guide.
Is Ogunquit, ME a safe neighborhood?
Ogunquit, 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 Ogunquit?
The median home price in Ogunquit is $1,125,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $225,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.36%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $5,610 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $240K a year to afford the median home price in Ogunquit. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Ogunquit is $135K.
What are the best public schools in Ogunquit?
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Home Trends in Ogunquit, ME
On average, homes in Ogunquit, York sell after 76 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Ogunquit, York over the last 12 months is $907,500, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$907,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,125,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$800,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$815,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$415,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$635
Number of Homes for Sale
40
Last 12 months Home Sales
120
Median List Price
$1,125,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%