Maine

Maine is a state located in the New England region of the northeastern United States. Maine is the 12th smallest state in the U.S. by area, and is the 9th least populous state with a population of 1,329,328 as of 2019. It is bordered by New Hampshire to the west, the Atlantic Ocean to the southeast, and Massachusetts to the south and southwest. Maine is known for its jagged, rocky coastline; low, rolling mountains; heavily forested interior; and picturesque waterways, as well as its seafood cuisine (lobster, clams and oysters), blueberries and maple syrup.

The real estate market in Maine has been strong in recent years, with median home prices increasing by 5.4% from 2017 to 2018 according to Zillow. The median home price in Maine was $219,700 in 2018, which is significantly lower than the national median home price of $285,700 during that same time period. The relatively affordable housing costs combined with the scenic beauty of Maine make it an attractive destination for retirees and second-home buyers looking for a place to escape from city life.

There are many different counties located throughout Maine, each with its own unique characteristics that make it appealing to different types of buyers. For example:

- Aroostook County: Aroostook County is located in northern Maine and is known for its outdoor recreation opportunities including hunting, fishing and snowmobiling. The county seat is Presque Isle which is also home to Northern Maine Community College. The median home price in Aroostook County was $109,900 in 2018 according to Zillow data.

- Cumberland County: Cumberland County is located on Portland's southern border and includes cities such as Portland (the largest city in Maine), South Portland and Westbrook. Cumberland County is also home to several colleges including University of Southern Maine (USM) and Southern Maine Community College (SMCC). The median home price in Cumberland County was $229,900 in 2018 according to Zillow data..

- Franklin County: Franklin County is located on central Maine's western border with New Hampshire . The county seat is Farmington , whichis also home tp University Of Main at Farmington . Franklin county offers many outdoor activities such Mt Abram ski resort .The median sale price for homes was $165000 during 2019 ,according To Realtor .com

Kennebec County : Kennebec county Is centrally located In maine ,with Augusta being Its capital city . Kennebec county Is known or Its historic downtowns ,such as Hallowell ,and Waterville ,which Is also where Colby college Is located .The median sale price for homes In Kennebec county during 2019 was $175000 ,according To Realtor .com

Knox county : Knox county Is found In Midcoast maine And contains many coastal towns And villages such As Camden , Rockport And Thomaston . Knox county Is a popular tourist destination due To Its many beaches And hiking trails As well As Its quaint downtowns full Of shops And restaurants .The median sale price For homes In Knox county during 2019 was $254900 According To Realtor com

Lincoln COUNTY : Lincoln COUNTY IS THE LARGEST COUNTY IN MAINE AND CONTAINS THE CITY OF AUGUSTA ,THE STATE CAPITAL . LINCOLN COUNTY OFFERS MANY OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES AS WELL AS HISTORIC SITES AND MUSEUMS TO VISIT . THE MEDIAN SALE PRICE FOR HOMES IN LINCOLN COUNTY DURING 2019 WAS $179900 ACCORDING TO REALTOR COM

Oxford COUNTY : OXFORD COUNTY IS LOCATED IN WESTERN MAINE AND CONTAINS THE CITIES OF LEWISTON AND AUBURN AS WELL AS SEVERAL COLLEGES INCLUDING BATES COLLEGE AND CENTRAL MAINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE . OXFORD COUNTY OFFERS MANY RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES SUCH AS HIKING IN THE WHITE MOUNTAINS OR SKIING AT SUNDAY RIVER SKI RESORT . THE MEDIAN SALE PRICE FOR HOMES IN OXFORD COUNTY DURING 2019 WAS $194900 ACCORDING TO REALTOR COM