East Bayside-India Street channels Portland’s creative energy into a compact waterfront district where reimagined warehouses share blocks with 19th‑century storefronts and tidy rowhouses. Between the working piers and Munjoy Hill, it delivers quick access to downtown Portland while feeling distinctly local—think small-batch makers, neighborhood markets, and street murals that change with the seasons. Commuters appreciate the walkability and bike-friendly streets, and island getaways are as simple as hopping aboard the year-round ferries with Casco Bay Lines.
Food and drink lovers gravitate to Anderson and adjacent streets, where taprooms and fermenters anchor social life. Sip coastal ales at Rising Tide Brewing Company, sample wild-fermented ciders and kombucha at the pioneering Urban Farm Fermentory, and start your morning at the Diamond Street roastery of Coffee By Design. On India Street, pantry staples and famous Sicilian slab pizza await at Micucci Grocery. When the sun’s out, residents head to the Eastern Promenade and East End Beach for salty breezes, picnic views, and miles of shoreline paths.
Families find solid options in the Portland Public Schools system, with neighborhood access to East End Community School and citywide programs spotlighted by Portland Public Schools. Housing ranges from restored brick walk-ups to modern lofts, making this area a smart fit whether you’re moving up, downsizing, or investing. Considering a move or a sale here? Agent Pronto can connect you with a top local agent to help you navigate every step.