The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 04274 sells for about $390,000, or $215 per square foot.
Homes take about 129 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,198 a month.
ZIP 04274 — Poland
The housing market in 04274 is currently characterized as a seller's market with a median sale price of $390,000. While demand remains, buyers are finding more time to evaluate properties compared to previous years, reflecting a stabilizing trend in the local real estate environment.
This area is well-suited for family buyers and those seeking a rural, quiet lifestyle with access to larger regional employment hubs in Androscoggin County.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 129 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.6% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.3% · poverty 16.6% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 04274, Androscoggin County, Maine
Poland is experiencing steady population growth of approximately 0.77% annually, supported by a mix of white- and blue-collar employment sectors.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Maine) — Maine Resident Homestead Property Tax Exemption: Provides a reduction in the valuation of the homestead for property tax purposes. The exemption amount is set by state statute (currently $25,000 of the just value of the property). The formula is: (Just Value - Homestead Exemption) * Local Tax Rate = Tax Due.
The area features significant natural amenities including lakes and rural landscapes, typical of the Androscoggin region.
The local economy is driven by a mix of service, sales, and office-based occupations, with residents often commuting to larger centers within Androscoggin County.
Data sourced from World Population Review and IncomeByZipCode; specific ACS table breakdowns not available in current search results.
Historic site known for its natural spring water and heritage.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.