Top Maine markets by PropertyIQ Score
Top metros
| # | Market | Score | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lewiston, ME | 66 | D |
| 2 | Portland, ME | 66 | D |
| 3 | Augusta, ME | 59 | F |
| 4 | Bangor, ME | 36 | F |
Top counties
| # | Market | Score | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sagadahoc County, ME | 81 | B- |
| 2 | Hancock County, ME | 77 | C+ |
| 3 | Franklin County, ME | 73 | C |
| 4 | Androscoggin County, ME | 65 | D |
| 5 | Cumberland County, ME | 65 | D |
| 6 | Washington County, ME | 63 | D |
| 7 | York County, ME | 62 | D- |
| 8 | Waldo County, ME | 59 | F |
| 9 | Somerset County, ME | 59 | F |
| 10 | Kennebec County, ME | 58 | F |
Maine Real Estate Market
AI-powered housing market analysis for every metro area and county in Maine. Updated monthly with the latest data from Zillow, Redfin, Census, and FRED.
Maine Metro Areas
4 metropolitan areas tracked by PropertyIQ in Maine
Maine Counties
16 counties tracked by PropertyIQ in Maine
+4 more counties in Maine tracked by PropertyIQ
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Maine Real Estate Market Analysis
Maine's real estate market spans a wide range of economic conditions, demographics, and price points. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking for the most affordable Maine metros or an investor weighing relative market strength, the PropertyIQ Score gives you a single data-first read — built from Zillow price momentum and Realtor.com market-flow signals, updated monthly — of how each market compares to its state.
Maine's housing market has been transformed by remote work, with Boston-area workers discovering Portland and coastal communities as accessible alternatives at substantially lower prices. Inventory across the state remains historically tight, driving appreciation that rivals coastal markets. Maine's strong seasonal rental economy creates split-use investment opportunities — PropertyIQ tracks both long-term rental yield and short-term rental potential in applicable markets.
View the full PropertyIQ dashboard for any Maine market — including its PropertyIQ Score, updated monthly, and the price-momentum and market-flow signals behind it. Compare Maine markets against their state benchmark or against each other to identify opportunities aligned with your investment strategy.
Maine Metro Areas and ZIP Codes
Maine Counties and ZIP Codes
Last updated: 2026-08-25. Data from Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, U.S. Census Bureau, FRED, BLS, and BEA.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many housing markets does PropertyIQ track in Maine?
PropertyIQ currently tracks 4 metro areas and 16 counties in Maine, each with its own PropertyIQ Score, home value trend, and days on market reading, refreshed monthly.
What does a PropertyIQ Score of 50 mean for a Maine market?
A score of 50 marks Maine's own state average demand momentum. PropertyIQ computes scores nationally across every US market, then calibrates the scale so a Maine market is read against Maine's own typical momentum rather than the national average. A market scoring above 50 is positioned to outperform the Maine average over the next three years, while one below 50 is positioned to lag it.
Where can I find ZIP code level housing data for Maine?
Every metro area and county listed on this page links through to its own ZIP codes, and each ZIP has its own market page with home value, rent, and days on market data. Start from a Maine metro or county below, then drill into ZIP codes for the most localized data available.
What data sources does PropertyIQ use for Maine market data, and how often is it updated?
PropertyIQ ingests fresh data every month from Zillow home values, Realtor.com days on market and price cut activity, Redfin, the US Census Bureau, FRED, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Every metro, county, and ZIP page for Maine shows a last updated date, and PropertyIQ Scores are recomputed monthly once that new source data lands.
Which Maine metro area has the strongest housing demand right now?
As of the latest monthly refresh, Lewiston, ME has the highest PropertyIQ Score among Maine metro areas, indicating the strongest demand momentum in the state relative to its own history. Rankings shift month to month as new home value, days on market, and price cut data arrives, so check back after each monthly update.