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Old Town, ME
Old Town · Penobscot County · ME 04468
Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$204K
Median Price
20/100
Walk Score
5/10
Schools
45 min
to Portland, ME
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
ASafety
92/100
D+Schools
50/100
CQuietness
60/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
20/100
WYLT Score62/100
Our Take
Old Town offers an inexpensive price point and a decent number of schools, but it lacks basic conveniences. The walk score is near zero and public transit is absent, so a car is a must. If you’re looking for a quiet, affordable place and are willing to drive for groceries and entertainment, it could work, but many will find it underwhelming.
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The Good
- ✓Very affordable median home price ($165k)
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Multiple public schools in the area
- ✓Small population gives a tight‑knit community feel
Real Talk
- !Walk Score of 2 means you can’t get anywhere on foot
- !No reliable public transit or bike infrastructure
- !Dining and nightlife options are extremely limited
- !Higher commute times to larger job markets
- $Older homes may require more maintenance
- $Higher utility costs for heating in winter
- $Property taxes can be significant in New England
Best For
Families seeking a safe, small‑town school environmentRetirees who don’t need a car for daily errandsFirst‑time home buyers on a budgetRemote workers who value quiet
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Old Town, ME
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Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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