Home prices were up but sales were down, a familiar pattern after a tumultuous 2025.
Hannah LaClaire
Staff Writer
Hannah is the housing reporter at the Portland Press Herald, covering all aspects of Maine’s housing crisis -- real estate and development, home ownership and rental issues and the lack of both affordability and availability. Before joining the Press Herald in 2021, Hannah covered the town of Brunswick for The Times Record. In her free time, she enjoys reading, running and weekends up at camp. She lives in Springvale with her husband and daughter, their dog and two tuxedo cats.
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More large housing projects in Portland are stalling out
4 proposed developments of at least 50 units have been permitted but not built over the last 3 years. Developers say high costs and the city’s inclusionary zoning policy are to blame.
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Susan Collins says enhanced ICE operation is over in Maine; immigrant advocates urge vigilance
The weeklong enforcement effort in Maine has resulted in more than 200 arrests and many have criticized the aggressive tactics. ICE agents will still patrol here, albeit in smaller numbers.
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Maine leaders react with caution as Susan Collins says ICE operation has ended
The head of the Maine Immigrants’ Rights Coalition called the news ‘confusing’ and urged residents to remain on guard, while Democratic officials said they had been unable to independently confirm the conclusion of ‘Operation Catch of the Day.’
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30-unit affordable housing project on Portland’s Munjoy Hill puts city, neighbor at odds
A Cumberland County Superior Court judge is reviewing whether the city’s Historic Preservation Board incorrectly approved the four-story building in 2024.
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Maine lawmakers again avoid creating board to settle local housing disputes
A bill to set up a housing resolution board was downgraded to a commission that will study ways to reduce legal battles over housing developments.
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Former Fork Food Lab site in Portland reimagined as Bayside community center
Landowner Justin Alfond worked for more than a year to engage with local nonprofits that will share the space in the up-and-coming neighborhood.
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Could Maine’s housing market finally be cooling? Here’s what the data says
The state recorded its highest ever median sale price in 2025, but experts say there are signs pointing to a calmer 2026.
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Report: Affordability biggest hurdle in every corner of Maine’s housing market
High construction costs, a disparity between wage growth and home prices, and a competitive market are all impeding the state’s efforts to soften the housing crisis.
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State recommends major changes for Maine’s mobile home parks
A report from the governor’s office suggesting changes to financing, construction and oversight of manufactured housing communities could serve as a roadmap for legislators in the upcoming session.