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An honest guide to York: who it's for, who it isn't, what life is really like, and how to actually visit.
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A historic coastal community and one of Maine's most popular tourist destinations with four distinct villages.
🌲 Did you know? York is the oldest English chartered city in North America, chartered in 1641.
By the numbers
As of July 2026, the typical home in York is worth about $770,000 — about 107% above the U.S. average of $372,000, rent runs about $2,530 a month.
| Typical home value | $770,000 | Zillow, July 2026 |
| vs. U.S. typical home | +107% | $372,000 |
| Median rent (monthly) | $2,530 | Zillow, July 2026 |
Sources: Zillow, July 2026; U.S. Census (ACS 2023). Figures are estimates that vary by household and season.
See how York compares to all 106 Maine towns →The typical home value in York is about $770,000 as of July 2026 (Zillow Home Value Index), about 107% above the U.S. average of $372,000. Individual sale prices vary by neighborhood and condition.
Typical rent in York runs about $2,530 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 York — guided hikes, boat trips, food and history tours, and more. Free cancellation on most; reserve now, pay later.
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