Brunswick

An aerial view of Oak Street neighborhood, located along the river in Brunswick.
The Swinging Bridge in Brunswick, ME was originally unveiled in 1892.
Brunswick Town Commons Sign in Brunswick, Maine
Aerial view of the swinging bridge connecting Brunswick to Topsham, Maine.
One Sixty Five Inn is the perfect place to stay and catch the vibe of Park Row in Brunswick.

Brunswick, ME Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,501

Population

15,905

Renter Mix

33% Rent

This coastal New England town is overflowing with character

Ocean Quaint Historic Architecture Great Schools Boating

Whether you make your way into Brunswick by way of I-295, U.S. 1, or the scenic Amtrak Downeaster, you’ll find a condensed community full of history and charm.

Regardless of season, Brunswick remains a bustling town. In winter, ice skaters inhabit the frozen parks and rinks near the river. During summer, the mild climate and access to the ocean make it an idyllic way to spend time by the water. There’s a plethora of locally-owned businesses in Brunswick, from coffee shops to restaurants to boutiques and more.

The town is also ripe with history, from the Harriet Beecher Stowe House to the historic Brunswick High School and Bowdoin College. Those last two also head up the city’s top-notch school system.

Brunswick is big on single-family homes, with all styles and prices on offer to renters. If you’re looking to rent somewhere that’s big on character but without the buzz of a city, Brunswick is hard to beat.

Explore the City

Brunswick Town Commons Sign in Brunswick, Maine

Aerial view of the swinging bridge connecting Brunswick to Topsham, Maine.

One Sixty Five Inn is the perfect place to stay and catch the vibe of Park Row in Brunswick.

Brunswick offers plenty of green space for its residents to spread out on and enjoy a sunny day.

The gazebo in Upper Mall Park in Brunswick is a locals favorite spot for gathering.

Main Street in Brunswick truly has a bit of something for everyone.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$67,488

Average: $96,495

Education

6,749

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

8,377

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

42 Years

Largest Age Group

20-29 Years

Approximately 16% of Residents

Under 20

19%

Over 65

26%

Housing Distribution

Brunswick has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
33%
Non-Renters
67%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
37%
Other Education
63%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Brunswick, ME is $2,032 for a studio, $1,504 for one bedroom, $1,934 for two bedrooms, and $3,576 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Brunswick has increased by 1.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,504/month
758 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Brunswick, ME

Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

40 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

30 / 100

Schools

Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

522 Students

Kate Furbish Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

600 Students

Longfellow School-Brunswick

Public

Grades K-5

289 Students

Hawthorne School

Public

Grades 1-5

Brunswick Jr High School

Public

Grades 6-8

518 Students

Brunswick High School

Public

Grades 9-12

723 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum
  • Androscoggin River Bicycle and Pedestrian Path
  • Coffin Pond
  • Maine Maritime Museum
  • Thorne Head Preserve

Airports

  • Portland International Jetport

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.