Welcome to the place where everything you love comes together right outside your front door.

A place to build, belong, and discover.

Welcome to The Downs, Maine’s most exciting new community. Spanning 577 scenic acres, The Downs and its lively Town Center are the very heartbeat of Scarborough. Whether you’re seeking the perfect community for your family, a vibrant social hub, a dynamic environment to grow your business, or all of the above… then welcome home.

We’re Leasing It Up at The Downs!

Be part of a new Town Center in Maine’s most vibrant community. We’re seeking standout retail, restaurant, and service businesses, new or established, to join this exciting destination. Prime space. Fresh energy. Unlimited potential. Call or text Ryan Feinberg at 617-752-2374.

For Sale : Cross St Condos

Featuring 96 urban condos with 12 unique floor plans and four sophisticated color palettes, Cross St. Condos offers a perfect match for every lifestyle. Plus, these condos come with upscale amenities like EV charging, work pods, a rooftop lounge, and more.

Coming Summer 2025 : Allagash Scarborough

One of Maine’s most beloved and award-winning breweries, Allagash, will be opening a custom-designed tasting room in Summer 2025, offering a perfect space to gather and enjoy something for everyone!

Coming Fall 2026: Market Basket

Market Basket, the family-owned regional supermarket chain, will open an 80,000-square-foot store at The Downs in fall 2026, bringing 300 new jobs to the area.

Coming Spring 2026: InterMed

InterMed, a physician-owned medical group, is bringing their specialty services to the community with a new surgery center. Set to open in Spring 2026.

Discover the new heart of Scarborough.

The best of Maine awaits you at The Downs. With unique shops, exceptional dining, and 200 acres of outdoor recreation, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re here for a day or a lifetime, the memories you make will leave a lasting impression. And as The Downs continues to grow, there will always be something new to explore and discover with each visit. After all, the best adventures and places are the ones you’ll always want to return to.

Honoring the past while building the future.

Home to live harness racing since 1950, The Downs is centered around the historic Scarborough Downs racetrack, breathing new life into this beloved landmark. With its innovative master plan and opportunities to build, belong, and discover, The Downs is shaping the future of Scarborough and creating a community where everyone can thrive.

A Town Center like no other:

Be in the center of it all.

The Downs’ Town Center isn’t just growing, it’s coming to life. A brand-new downtown where shops, restaurants, and businesses are setting the stage for something exciting. A place full of energy, connection, and opportunity that’s only getting bigger. This isn’t just about what’s here now—it’s about what’s next. A chance to be part of something from the very beginning. To open your doors in a community that’s designed for people to gather, explore, and make memories. Maine has never seen anything like this. And the best part? You can be part of it.

Find the place where you belong.

Home looks different for everyone—and at The Downs, there’s a place for you. Our diverse mix of housing options are designed with you in mind. Located in one of Maine’s fastest-growing communities, The Downs offers top-ranked schools, miles of trails, and easy access to Portland. And with a future Town Center bringing restaurants, shops, and gathering spaces, everything you need will be right at your doorstep.

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