– Redfin has created a list of the nine most bike-friendly cities in Maine.
– Surprisingly, cities with high bikeability scores often exhibit lower house prices.
– The cities are ranked based on biking facilities, hills, traffic, and road connectivity.
– Portland tops the list with an excellent biking infrastructure and relatively affordable house prices.
– The list also includes Lewiston, Bath, Augusta, Waterville, Bangor, Biddeford, Auburn, and Westbrook.
– Redfin encourages potential home buyers to consider these cities for their unique combination of health benefits and cost-effectiveness.
The 9 Most Bikeable Cities in Maine
All about Portland – The Bike Paradise
Low prices, high health benefits – the surprising link
We’re all aware that a healthy lifestyle includes regular exercise, but who knew it could also save you some serious dough when house hunting? Well, Redfin has done the homework for us and compiled a list of the nine most cycle-friendly cities in Maine. It appears that the love for two wheels could actually be a real estate hidden gem.
A Bike Tour around Maine
Discover the cities motivating you to dust off your bicycles
It’s a real cardio-fest mixed with some great scenic views and quaint neighborhoods from Portland to Westbrook. Each city on this fascinating list offers excellent biking conditions along with attractive house prices to lure you in. From scenic waterfront trails in Bath to traffic-free zones in Lewiston – there’s a biking paradise waiting for your discovery.
The Curve: Biking Infrastructure vs. House Prices
Result: Lower bills, stronger calves – thumps up from homeowners
What’s the surprise here? As Redfin’s research suggests, a solid biking infrastructure usually correlates with lower house prices. So not only do these cities keep you fit and healthy, but they could also lead to smaller mortgage payments.
Talk about hitting two birds with one stone (or should we say with one bike pedal?).
My hot take? It looks like Maine is pedaling its way right into the hearts of bike enthusiasts and home buyers alike. This list is a tour-de-force of not just healthy living, but also savvy real estate choices. If biking and affordable living are on your house-hunting checklist, then it’s time to strap on your helmet, prepare for the pedaling, and bike your way to your dream home in Maine. After all, who wouldn’t want to have their cake and eat it too—or in this case, keep their bank balance healthy and their bodies in shape. Now, that’s what I call a balanced lifestyle!
Original article: https://www.redfin.com/blog/most-bikeable-cities-in-maine/
