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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious walk-in closet
  • Downtown location
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym facility
  • Secured elevator access
  • Modern yet cozy atmosphere

Location

61 Washington St, Sanford, ME 04073, USA
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Management

Foreside Real Estate Management

Leasing office

(207) 775-2325

Property Overview

Sanford Mill offers a strong combination of features for renters, with a Zumper expert rating of 8.5 indicating a solid overall value. The property excels in amenities, scoring a perfect 10, and boasts a prime downtown location rated at 9, complemented by competitive pricing that reflects an excellent value for tenants. Additional highlights include spacious walk-in closets, a gym, and pet-friendly policies, ensuring a modern yet cozy atmosphere.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Sanford Mill is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Sanford Mill has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Dishwasher
  • Elevator

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath673+ sqft$1,400–$1,550 /mo4 units availableWelcome to your new home in the heart of Sanford, ME. This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment offers a blend of comfort, style, and convenience. The building is secured and provides elevator access, off-street parking, and on-site coin-operated laundry facilities. The apartment itself boasts high ceilings, large windows, and exposed brick, creating a modern yet cozy atmosphere. The bedroom features a spacious walk-in closet, perfect for all your storage needs. The apartment also includes heat and hot water, ensuring your comfort throughout the year. For those who enjoy staying active, the building offers a gym facility. And for your furry friends, the apartment is pet-friendly with a deposit and monthly pet rent. Trash removal is also included, adding to the convenience of downtown living. With its great downtown location, you'll have easy access to all the amenities the city has to offer. Experience the best of urban living in this beautiful apartment. $1400/month. $1400 security deposit. $40 non-refundable application fee required. 12-month lease. Pet friendly with deposit and monthly pet rent. Good credit and background to be considered.

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Amenities for Sanford Mill

Apartment Amenities

Elevator AccessHardwood Floor
Heat, Hot WaterHeat/Hot Water Included
High CeilingHigh Ceilings
Large WindowsWalk-in Closet

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKControlled Building
Dogs OKElevator
Exposed Brick & BeamFitness Center
Gym FacilityOn Site Coin-Op Laundry
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingParking Lot

Services

Professionally ManagedTrash Removal

Other

Cold Water & Sewer
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

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About Sanford Mill

HomeApartments in Sanford Sanford Mill

The redevelopment of an abandoned mill building in Sanford, Maine won national recognition for Northland, with a Phoenix Award celebrating outstanding execution in cleaning up a former brownfield site and transforming it into a significant community asset. Built in 1915, the building sits on the northwest corner of the Sanford Mill Historic District and is the nearest mill building to the center of town. The Sanford Mill is a secure building with 43 residential units and 3 commercial spaces.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Sanford Mill is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Sanford Mill has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Sanford Mill
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Sanford Mill stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Sanford Mill stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Sanford Mill is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Sanford Mill does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Reviews from the web

Showing 7 highest rated

I have lived here for 3 years, I love it here, love my neighbors and Lauren, the manager is quick to respond to any issues. Highly recommend!

Tracy Desfosses

Tracy Desfosses

Aug 24, 2020

I’ve lived here for six years and find it to be safe quiet and clean with good management running the place so I love it

Jeffrey Soule

Jeffrey Soule

Aug 13, 2020

We’re sharing just 7 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Sanford Mill is great for:

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • 2 health/wellness centers nearby
  • 6 parks nearby

Eco living

  • 6 parks within a mile
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • You can get around by foot in this area

Social life

  • 29 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 4 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 1 local event hub within 1 mile

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Sanford Mill compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 142 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Pet friendly
This property allows pets
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Sanford

1-bedroom apartments at Sanford Mill cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Sanford.

Median rents as of Feb 15 2025.
Sanford
A table of studio rental data trends in Sanford
MonthMedian Rent
February 2025$1,175

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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Schools near Sanford Mill

Sanford Pride Elementary School

708 main st

sanford, ME, 4073

PK, K-4Public
C+

Margaret Chase Smith

248 twombley rd

sanford, ME, 4073

PK, K-4Public
B

Carl J. Lamb School

233 shaws ridge rd

springvale, ME, 4083

PK, K-4Public
C+

Hanson School

53 upper guinea rd

lebanon, ME, 4027

K-3Public
B+

Dayton Consolidated School

21 clarks mills rd

dayton, ME, 4005

PK, K-5Public
B+
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Sanford near 61 Washington St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for 61 Washington St, Sanford

Groceries

5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 61 Washington St

Hannaford
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Shaw's Supermarket
1364 Main St
Walmart Supercenter
1930 Main St

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