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An honest guide to Harpswell: who it's for, who it isn't, what life is really like, and how to actually visit.
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A scenic peninsula community with extensive coastline, working lobster wharves, and island access.
🌲 Did you know? Harpswell has more miles of coastline than any other town in Maine.
By the numbers
As of September 2026, the typical home in Harpswell is worth about $719,000 — about 96% above the U.S. average of $366,000, rent runs about $2,350 a month.
| Typical home value | $719,000 | Zillow, September 2026 |
| vs. U.S. typical home | +96% | $366,000 |
| Median rent (monthly) | $2,350 | Zillow, September 2026 |
Sources: Zillow, September 2026; U.S. Census (ACS 2023). Figures are estimates that vary by household and season.
See how Harpswell compares to all 106 Maine towns →The typical home value in Harpswell is about $719,000 as of September 2026 (Zillow Home Value Index), about 96% above the U.S. average of $366,000. Individual sale prices vary by neighborhood and condition.
Typical rent in Harpswell runs about $2,350 a month as of September 2026 (Zillow). Seasonal and short-term demand can push coastal rents higher.
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