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

York County
County
7,800
Population
Maine
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A growing York County town between Sanford and Portland with access to multiple lakes.

🌲 Did you know? Waterboro is home to Little Ossipee Lake and several other recreational ponds.

By the numbers

Cost of Living in Waterboro, Maine (2026)

As of July 2026, the typical home in Waterboro is worth about $413,000 — about 11% above the U.S. average of $372,000.

Typical home value $413,000 Zillow, July 2026
vs. U.S. typical home +11% $372,000

Sources: Zillow, July 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 Waterboro, Maine?

The typical home value in Waterboro is about $413,000 as of July 2026 (Zillow Home Value Index), about 11% above the U.S. average of $372,000. Individual sale prices vary by neighborhood and condition.

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Essential services in Waterboro

🛒 Grocery & Food Essential
🔧 Plumbers Essential
Armand Tardif Plumbing & Heating · North Waterboro
(207) 282-3727
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🍽️ Restaurants
El Tequila Mexican Restaurant ★ 4.4
(207) 247-1121
38 West Pub & Grille ★ 4.3
(207) 247-4471
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