Waterville City Property Records in Maine

Waterville property records typically include parcel ownership, assessed values, tax maps, building details, property tax bills, deeds, mortgages, liens, and other recorded land documents. For official assessment and tax information, users can start with The City of Waterville Assessor’s Office and The City of Waterville Tax Collector’s Office, which provide municipal property data and tax records. Recorded deeds, transfers, mortgages, and related land instruments are maintained by the Kennebec County Registry of Deeds, available online or in person. For court-related property matters—such as disputes, foreclosures, or probate-linked transfers—users may need records from the Maine Judicial Branch or the appropriate Maine Probate Court. These legal sources are the most reliable places to verify ownership history, tax status, and recorded interests in Waterville real estate.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$47,489
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$173,700
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$2,678
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
2%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$957 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
46%
Population
Population:
16,704

Waterville Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

This section covers reported crime in Waterville, Maine. It shows reported violent crimes, including murder, robberies, and assaults, as well as property crimes, including total property crimes, burglaries, and motor vehicle thefts.

Waterville reported 3 murders, 4 robberies, and 4 assaults. For property crime, the city recorded 510 property crimes, including 10 burglaries and 26 motor vehicle thefts.

These counts show how many incidents of each type were reported, making it possible to compare which categories were most common in Waterville. They describe reported incidents only and do not, on their own, show how crime changed over time.

Robberies
Robberies:
4
Burglary
Burglary:
10
Murder
Murder:
3
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
26
Theft
Theft:
474
Assault
Assault:
4
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
13

What Is the Population Profile of Waterville

This section shows the racial and ethnic makeup of Waterville, with the population count and share for each group. The three largest groups are White (89%, 14,868 residents), two or more races (5%, 757 residents), and Hispanic (3%, 438 residents). The data also includes other smaller groups.

White
89%
14,868
Two + Races
5%
757
Hispanic
3%
438
Asian
2%
331
Black
1%
182
Other Race
0.47%
79
American Indian
0.29%
49
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Waterville, Ratings Compared Across Maine B-

These ratings cover different aspects of life in Waterville. The three highest-rated categories are Access to Coffee Shops (A), Nightlife (A-), and Access to Outdoor Activities (A-). Other notable ratings include Housing (C+), Public Schools (C), and Weather (C). Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in Waterville.

Public Schools
Public Schools
C
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
B+
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
A-
Nightlife
Nightlife
A-
Weather
Weather
C
Commute
Commute
B+
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B-
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
A
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
A-
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
B+
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
B+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
B
Good for Families
Good for Families
B-
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
B
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B
Housing
Housing
C+
Jobs
Jobs
B-
Walkability
Walkability
B

How Educated Is Waterville

Waterville's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including high school (30%), bachelor degree (18%), and some college (14%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
30%
Bachelor Degree
18%
Some College
14%
Associate Degree
10%
Below High School
9%
Masters Degree
7%
Doctorate
5%

When Were Homes Built

Waterville's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. The largest shares were built before 1939 (30%), followed by 1960 - 1979 (29%) and 1940 - 1959 (22%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

Before 1939
30%
1960 - 1979
29%
1940 - 1959
22%
1980 - 1999
13%
2000 - Present
6%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Waterville's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. The largest shares have 2 Bedrooms (31%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (29%) and 1 Bedroom (22%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

2 Bedrooms
31%
3 Bedrooms
29%
1 Bedroom
22%
4 Bedrooms
15%
5 or More Bedrooms
2%
No Bedrooms
0.98%

What Is the Average Age

Waterville's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 18 - 24 (22%), 65 Plus (17%), and 55 - 64 (13%). The data also includes other available age groups.

18 - 24
22%
65 Plus
17%
55 - 64
13%
35 - 44
12%
Under 10
11%
25 - 34
10%
10 - 17
8%
45 - 54
7%

Property Market Trends at Waterville

Waterville's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $173,700. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $957 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Waterville's dynamic real estate landscape.

Waterville Assessor Office

Waterville City Assessor's Office

Street:
One Common Street
City:
Waterville
County:
Kennebec
State:
ME
Zip Code:
04901
Phone:
207-680-4220
Fax:
207-680-4239
Hours:
Monday-Friday (7:30 AM - 4:30 PM)

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