Downtown Portland vs Back Cove

Portland, ME Neighborhood Comparison

Downtown Portland and Back Cove cost about the same: $600k vs $615k (Redfin, Jul–Sep 2026).

Neighborhood A
Downtown Portland
$600k median
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Neighborhood B
Back Cove
$615k median
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Downtown Portland
Metric
Back Cove
$600k
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Median Price
$615k
Downtown Portland
Median Price
98%
Back Cove
Median Price
100%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Downtown Portland or Back Cove more expensive?

Downtown Portland has a median home price of $600k and Back Cove is $615k. Downtown Portland is the more affordable option.

Which has better schools — Downtown Portland or Back Cove?

Downtown Portland has no school rating on file and Back Cove has no school rating on file (school ratings from Niche/GreatSchools, 1 to 10, by school rather than by street).

Which is more walkable?

Downtown Portland has no Walk Score on file. Back Cove has no Walk Score on file. Walk Score isn't available for one of these neighborhoods.