Median Age
49 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
29%
Topsham, ME Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,119
Population
6,823
Renter Mix
25% Rent
Suburban serenity just across the river from Brunswick
Rural
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Affordable
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Landscape
Topsham sits on the shores of the Androscoggin River, providing a tranquil setting for renters looking for an apartment just outside of historic Brunswick. The southern end of Topsham (near the river), houses plenty of popular eateries and shopping centers. Sea Dog Brewing Company provides top-notch beers with views of the river, while Topsham Fair Mall has a little something for everyone.
The residential areas of Topsham are shrouded by towering trees and expansive lawns, giving the area an almost rural feel. John L. Baxter State Forest also contributes to the verdant landscape of the town, and provides miles of hiking trails to explore. The daily commute or occasional road trip should be no problem thanks to I-295 that cuts through the area.
Explore the City
Much of Topsham is farmland.
The Androscoggin Woods Trail runs alongside the scenic Androscoggin River in Topsham.
Footbridge looking into Topsham.
Blueberries Restaurant is in Topsham.
Most of Topsham is a luscious green space along Maine's scenic coast.
Take a hike along the pristine trails within the Androscoggin Woods.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$77,504
Average: $93,509
Education
2,713
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
3,610
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Topsham has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
25%
Non-Renters
75%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
33%
Other Education
67%
Rent Trends
As of September 2026, the average apartment rent in Topsham, ME is $1,800 for a studio, $2,119 for one bedroom, and $2,525 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Topsham has increased by 0.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,119/month
701 Sq Ft
Learn More About Topsham
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Topsham, ME is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
224 Students
Public
Grades K-5
294 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
533 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
732 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Androscoggin River Bicycle and Pedestrian Path
- Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum
- Coffin Pond
- Thorne Head Preserve
- Merrymeeting Fields
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Portland International Jetport
Top Apartments in Topsham
Houses for Rent in Topsham
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 September 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.