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An honest guide to Cape Elizabeth: who it's for, who it isn't, what life is really like, and how to actually visit.
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A scenic coastal town south of Portland, home to Two Lights State Park and Portland Head Light.
🌲 Did you know? Portland Head Light in Cape Elizabeth is the oldest lighthouse in Maine, built in 1791.
By the numbers
As of July 2026, the typical home in Cape Elizabeth is worth about $905,000 — about 143% above the U.S. average of $372,000, rent runs about $3,110 a month.
| Typical home value | $905,000 | Zillow, July 2026 |
| vs. U.S. typical home | +143% | $372,000 |
| Median rent (monthly) | $3,110 | Zillow, July 2026 |
Sources: Zillow, July 2026; U.S. Census (ACS 2023). Figures are estimates that vary by household and season.
See how Cape Elizabeth compares to all 106 Maine towns →The typical home value in Cape Elizabeth is about $905,000 as of July 2026 (Zillow Home Value Index), about 143% above the U.S. average of $372,000. Individual sale prices vary by neighborhood and condition.
Typical rent in Cape Elizabeth runs about $3,110 a month as of July 2026 (Zillow). Seasonal and short-term demand can push coastal rents higher.
Tours, tickets, and outdoor adventures in and around Cape Elizabeth — guided hikes, boat trips, food and history tours, and more. Free cancellation on most; reserve now, pay later.
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