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An honest guide to Old Town: who it's for, who it isn't, what life is really like, and how to actually visit.

Penobscot County
County
7,800
Population
Maine
State
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Home to the University of Maine at Old Town and the Old Town Canoe company.

🌲 Did you know? Old Town Canoe has been handcrafting canoes since 1898, making it one of the oldest canoe manufacturers in the US.

By the numbers

Cost of Living in Old Town, Maine (2026)

As of August 2026, the typical home in Old Town is worth about $256,000 β€” about 31% below the U.S. average of $369,000, rent runs about $1,740 a month.

Typical home value $256,000 Zillow, August 2026
vs. U.S. typical home -31% $369,000
Median rent (monthly) $1,740 Zillow, August 2026

Sources: Zillow, August 2026; U.S. Census (ACS 2023). Figures are estimates that vary by household and season.

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How much does a house cost in Old Town, Maine?

The typical home value in Old Town is about $256,000 as of August 2026 (Zillow Home Value Index), about 31% below the U.S. average of $369,000. Individual sale prices vary by neighborhood and condition.

How much is rent in Old Town, Maine?

Typical rent in Old Town runs about $1,740 a month as of August 2026 (Zillow). Seasonal and short-term demand can push coastal rents higher.

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Essential services in Old Town

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