Gardiner, ME

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Gardiner City: A modern yet poetic city, especially as it was home to Edwin Arlington Robinson. The old Robinson family house on 67 Lincoln Avenue is now a historic tourist attraction.

Gardiner is a city in the state of Maine. It is part of the Kennebec County and covers 16.57 square miles. Originally a plantation, the city enjoyed several periods of economic prosperity, from water-powered mills in the mid-18th century to shipbuilding, lumber, and tanneries in the 19th century. These periods also saw the rise of impressive architecture reflecting the city's history and culture, making it a profitable tourist destination today.

Moving to Gardiner

Choose which time of the year is most suitable to move in. July and August register the hottest days in Gardiner while January and December can be cold and snowy. October is frequented by rains. Spring and end of summer can be heavy with cars and foot traffic owing to tourists that flock to the city.

As houses are the prevalent rental properties in Gardiner, it is best to consult with a lawyer experienced on home leasing for a thorough review of the contract and to clarify proper division of payment obligations to the city between home ownership (owner) and home occupancy (renter).

Be ready with your rental application documents. Character reference from a person of authority and identification cards are the first to be required. Rental home owners would need proofs of your capacity to pay, including the latest bank account information, recent payslips, rental history from previous leases and your recent tax returns copy.

Gardiner Neighborhoods

With its strong blockhouse legacy and abundant housing and building supplies from lush forests and timber yards, Gardiner has more house rentals available rather than mid or high-rise apartment rentals or studio apartment.

North Gardiner: This neighborhood is accessible to the Main Turnpike, hence it is a somewhat busy section from Maine Avenue to River Road. Maine Avenue runs parallel to the Kennebec River, making it a pit stop for those going to the Kennebec River Rail Trail. Numerous cafes, steakhouses and pubs can be found in this area, notably the Mad Dog Pub which also has an ale and wine store.

West Gardiner: This is a neighborhood near Cobbossee Stream offering homes and subdivided lots, and those who prefer simple, blockhouse-style homes can find them on Harrison Avenue and Water Street in this area.

South Gardiner: If you really prefer apartment-style dwellings, watch out for occasional apartment rentals on Lincoln Avenue and Brunswick Avenue on South Gardiner. The Associated Grocers of Maine on Brunswick Avenue provide relief for fresh produce shopping.

East Gardiner: This neighborhood comprises River Avenue, Wiscasset Road and Highland Avenue. Large colonial designed brick houses characterized the area. The strip of Wiscasset Road is a known rest stop for motorists plying Highway 27, with landmarks Dick's Garage, Chapman Brothers and Anthony Automotive all located here.

Living in Gardiner

Travel time may be longer as residents prefer to drive their cars. Public transport or carpools are not very popular. The nearest airport is the Augusta Airport just a few miles from Gardiner.

The Gardiner Historic District is listed in the National Register of Historic Places in Maine. Historical walks round up the Romanesque-style Gardiner Railroad Station, the Edwin Arlington Robinson House, the Laura Richards House and the Oaklands Estate, among many others.

The historic district is strewn with gift shops, stores and many restaurants. For a certified crowd-pleaser, try the A1 Diner on Bridge Street with its dining car windows. Chilis, salads and noodles are slowly prepared while guests chat idly over cups of coffee.