Scarborough Maine Real Estate A Comprehensive Guide to Scarborough & Community Resources Scarborough is conveniently located in southern Maine, approximately 7 miles south of the City of Portland. It is just a short drive to Portland and the Maine Mall with easy access to the Maine Turnpike, Portland Jetport and now passenger rail service to Boston and points south. Scarborough is a diverse community with a commitment to the quality of life and the environment. Scarborough offers lovely sandy beaches and the rocky coastline made famous by a local artist, Winslow Homer. The largest saltwater marsh in Maine is located within our boundaries along with Rachel Carson Wildlife lands. The country between the Saco and the Spurwink rivers was originally called Black Point. Just when the narrow tongue of land now known as Pine Point was first called Blue Point and/or Pine Point is uncertain, but it is said that the spruce trees covering the eastern shore of the Nonesuch River appeared black to ships, and the hardwood on the western shores of the Nonesuch and Dunstan Rivers appeared blue. For a complete history and other interesting facts about the town of Scarborough, visit Scarborough History and Unique Character. The town of Scarborough is fortunate to have three unique coastal areas within its boundaries that are excellent recreational areas for residents and visitors alike. They include Higgins Beach, where you can find quaint summer cottages; the rocky coastline of Prouts Neck, which was made famous by Winslow Homer and the sandy beaches and protected waters of Pine Point. The Great Salt Marsh, Maine's largest tidal marsh, is also with the boundaries of Scarborough. It encompasses approximately 3,100 acres and is a natural habitat of many species of marine life. The Marsh is protected at the local, state and federal levels and can be enjoyed by all. During the warmer months The Maine Audubon operates the Scarborough Marsh Nature Center located on the Pine Point Road.  Demographic Statistics    Scarborough    National Avg            Rainfall (inches)   43.2   36.6   Snowfall (inches)   71.5   25.2   Precipitation Days   131   101  Sunny Days   204   205   Comfort Index   54   44   Elevation (feet)   45   1,062   Air Quality   18   48   Water Quality   69   55   Sales Tax   5%   6%  Property Tax Rate (per $1,000)   11.80   13.28   Commute Time (minutes)   19.8    27.4   Cost of Living   115%    100  Scarborough, Maine - Community Resources For more Scarborough information, including entertainment, dining, city services, education and home sales statistics, follow any of the links below:   ... Scarborough Maine Area Resources           Scarborough is a suburban community that offers open spaces, parks and recreational areas for residents and visitors and still offers close proximity to Portland. [Learn More]         ... Scarborough Education Services & Schools           Scarborough's school system is housed in very modern facilities at strategic locations throughout the community. Its educational programs are student centered with choice being an essential part of the school system's philosophy. [Learn More]         ... Scarborough Homes Sales & Statistics           Sales results in Scarborough were very mixed in 2006. Single family home sales were down 23 units, for a total of 227. This represented a decline of 9.2%. This was the first year in the last several where fewer homes were sold. [Learn More] Relocation to Scarborough & Southern Maine If you are considering a move to Scarborough or the Southern Maine area, be sure to take advantage of our online Relocation Services, a comprehensive guide to interactive relocation tools. Our services include access to local market information, neighborhood and school comparisons and a wealth of proven home buying advice. If you are interested in receiving automatic email alerts of properties that match your predetermined buying requirements, you might want to consider our Market Watch feature. This is a great way to stay current with the market whether you are buying now or in the future.