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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Portland, ME

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Portland, ME area.

We found 18 communities near Portland, ME
75 State Street

75 State Street

75 State St, Portland, ME 04101 (0.8 mi from city center)
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Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living

Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living

86 Holiday Dr, Portland, ME 04103 (2 mi from city center)
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Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living

Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living

830 Ocean Ave, Portland, ME 04103 (2.2 mi from city center)
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The Park Danforth

The Park Danforth

777 Stevens Ave, Portland, ME 04103 (2.3 mi from city center)
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Affordable Care LLC

Affordable Care LLC

75 Bishop St, Portland, ME 04103 (2.4 mi from city center)
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Fallbrook Woods

Fallbrook Woods

60 Merrymeeting Dr, Portland, ME 04103 (2.9 mi from city center)
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Sable Lodge Retirement Community

Sable Lodge Retirement Community

74 Running Hill Rd, South Portland, ME 04106 (4.5 mi from city center)
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The Grande at South Portland

The Grande at South Portland

25 Country Club Rd, Portland, ME 04106 (4.5 mi from city center)
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Stroudwater Lodge

Stroudwater Lodge

116 Landing Rd, Westbrook, ME 04092 (4.8 mi from city center)
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Avita of Stroudwater

Avita of Stroudwater

113 Landing Rd, Westbrook, ME 04092 (4.8 mi from city center)
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The Landing At Cape Elizabeth

The Landing At Cape Elizabeth

78 Scott Dyer Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107 (5 mi from city center)
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Foreside Harbor

Foreside Harbor

191 Foreside Rd, Falmouth, ME 04105 (5 mi from city center)
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Sedgewood Commons

Sedgewood Commons

22 Northbrook Dr, Falmouth, ME 04105 (5.4 mi from city center)
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MAS Home Care of Maine

MAS Home Care of Maine

21 Saco St., Westbrook, ME 04092 (5.7 mi from city center)
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The Enclave of Scarborough

The Enclave of Scarborough

18 Black Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074 (6.4 mi from city center)
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The Heron House

The Heron House

92 US Route 1, Cumberland Foreside, ME 04110 (6.7 mi from city center)
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Scarborough Terrace

Scarborough Terrace

600 Commerce Dr, Scarborough, ME 04074 (7 mi from city center)
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Home Instead - Gorham, ME

Home Instead - Gorham, ME

502 Main Street, Gorham, ME 04038 (7.8 mi from city center)
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  • 75 State Street
  • Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living
  • Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living
  • The Park Danforth
  • Affordable Care LLC
  • Fallbrook Woods
  • Sable Lodge Retirement Community
  • The Grande at South Portland
  • Stroudwater Lodge
  • Avita of Stroudwater
  • The Landing At Cape Elizabeth
  • Foreside Harbor
  • Sedgewood Commons
  • MAS Home Care of Maine
  • The Enclave of Scarborough
  • The Heron House
  • Scarborough Terrace
  • Home Instead - Gorham, ME

Senior Living Statistics for Portland, Maine

Senior Housing Costs


Based on data from 2023-2024, the cost of senior housing in Portland varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care.
Housing Type Average Cost in Portland
Assisted Living $6,802
Memory Care $6,832
Independent Living $6,095
Nursing Home: Private Room $7,278
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $6,559
Nursing Home: Studio $6,896
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $8,126
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $4,400
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage N/A

Cost of Living in Portland


In 2024, the cost of living in Portland includes expenses such as housing, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and utilities, which can vary significantly based on the city's location and size.
City Average Cost
Portland $6,802
Gardiner $5,776
Lewiston $6,318

Here is how the cost of living in Portland compares to Maine and the national average:
Area Average Cost
Portland $6,802
Maine $6,440
United States $4,546

Available Senior Living Facilities in Portland


Number of senior living facilities in:

Portland

7

Surrounding Area

36

Maine

55

Portland Demographics


Based on information from 2023, here are some details around the population of Portland, such as age distribution for seniors, and racial diversity.

Population:

Portland has a population of 17,832.
  • 51% Male
  • 49% Female

Marital Status:

  • 24.8% Married
  • 15.8% Divorced
  • 55.7% Never Married
  • 3.8% Widowed

Age:

Seniors make up about 32.3% of the population.
  • 11.6% in their 50s
  • 9.6% in their 60s
  • 7.3% in their 70s
  • 3.8% in their 80s

Diversity:

  • 79.8% White
  • 11.2% Black
  • 2.5% Asian
  • 0.1% Native
  • 0.1% Pacific
  • 2% Identifying as Other
  • 4.3% Mixed Race
  • 4.3% Hispanic

Cities Near Portland

Not set on Portland? See the average cost of senior housing communities in neighboring cities.
City Average Cost
City Average Cost
Westbrook $6,859

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Staff Size

We highlighted assisted living communities that offer high staff-to-resident ratios, often with a maximum of eight residents per caregiver.