Portland has surged since 2020 as remote workers relocated from Boston and New York, driving significant home-price appreciation for a city its size. Cumberland County's property tax rate applies, close to the statewide average.
Recommended for incomes above $135k/yr (28% DTI rule)
Portland housing market
The 1.15% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Portland and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide Maine average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Portland buyers. Many Portland properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $250/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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