How much does it cost to buy a house in Chester, ME?

In August 2026 Chester homes were listed to buy for a median price of $197K, which is a 27% decrease to July 2025 last month, and a 26% decrease to August 2025 last year. The median value of a home listed to buy in Chester in August 2026 was $208 per sqft, which is a 25% decrease to July 2025 last month, and a 24% decrease to August 2025 last year.

Is it affordable or expensive to live in Chester, ME?

It is affordable to live in Chester. Buying a home in Chester is 0% less expensive compared with the national average.

Is it a good time to buy property in Chester, ME?

Yes now is a good time to buy property in Chester, in August 2026, homes in Chester have decreased in value (price per sqft) by 24% in the last year compared with August 2025.

Are home prices dropping in Chester, ME?

Home price are dropping in Chester, in August 2026, homes to buy in Chester have decreased in median list price by 8% compared with July 2026, one month ago.

Is the Chester, ME housing market slowing down?

The housing market in Chester is slowing down. In August 2026, homes to buy in Chester spent an median 23 days on the market, a 25% decrease from August 2025 last year.

How much money should I make to buy a house in Chester, ME?

In August 2026, Chester homes were listed to buy for a median price of $197K, with 25% down you would need $1.17K/month to cover expenses and assume that's 35% of your total monthly income, your total yearly income would need to be $40.3K.

Is it a good time to sell my house in Chester, ME?

Yes now is a good time to sell your house in Chester, in August 2026, homes in Chester have decreased in value (price per sqft) by 24% in the last year compared with August 2025.

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Chester, ME Real Estate Snapshot

List Price

$215,000

$/Sqft

$208

Homes For Sale

Home Size

1,250 Sqft

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