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The Best of Maine Summer is Right Here at Stevens Square, a 55+ Active Lifestyle Community in Portland

  • Writer: Brina Stairs
    Brina Stairs
  • Sep 4
  • 3 min read

Good Theater Grand Reopening Performance
Quiet paths guide you through nature and back to the heart of Stevens Square.

Late summer in Maine has a magic all its own — golden light, quiet mornings, warm ocean temps, and a little more space to breathe. At Stevens Square at Baxter Woods, a 55+ active lifestyle community in Portland, this season is something to be savored.


A 19-Acre Campus Designed for Connection, Nature & Peace


Located in the heart of Portland, Maine, Stevens Square offers retirement living on a lush, 19-acre campus next to Baxter Woods. It’s a place where you can enjoy the beauty of nature and the ease of a thoughtfully designed community.


As the sun lingers just a little longer and the evening air begins to cool, everything here seems to slow down in the best way. Ocean temperatures are at their warmest. The summer crowds have thinned. And it’s the perfect time to rediscover your own town as if it were new again.



Shaded paths provide easy, scenic access to Baxter Woods and neighborhood favorites.
Shaded paths provide easy, scenic access to Baxter Woods and neighborhood favorites.


A Peaceful Look at Stevens Square


We invite you to watch the short video below of Stevens Square in the late summer.


You’ll get a calming glimpse of the campus in full bloom — shaded walking paths, colorful landscaping, and the soothing soundtrack of rustling leaves and birdsong. From quiet corners to vibrant common spaces, it shows what it means to live in a place where peace, comfort, and connection are woven into every day.


WATCH NOW: Peaceful surroundings at Stevens Square at Baxter Woods


Late Summer Living: Simple Pleasures, Every Day


At Stevens Square, late summer living is all about the little things that bring joy and calm:


  • Begin the day with quiet mornings on your private deck, coffee in hand, as sunlight filters through the trees.

  • Unwind in the evening with a glass of wine or a good book, as the campus glows with golden hour light.

  • Take in the view from the rooftop deck, where cool breezes and sweeping vistas make every evening feel like a retreat.

  • Stroll the walking paths — peaceful, shaded, and perfect for reflection or catching up with a neighbor.

  • Gather around the community fire pit on crisp evenings for conversation and connection.

  • Store your kayak with ease using our on-campus kayak racks, ideal for spontaneous adventures to Maine’s nearby lakes and coastline.

  • Visit farmers’ markets overflowing with late-summer tomatoes, peaches, corn, and more — all just minutes from home.



A welcoming outdoor space at Stevens Square complete with flower boxes, a fire pit, and peaceful views of Baxter Woods.
A welcoming outdoor space at Stevens Square complete with flower boxes, a fire pit, and peaceful views of Baxter Woods.

Coming Up: Deering Center Porchfest


Sunday, September 7th


When you're in the mood for some music, Deering Center Porchfest is just around the corner.


Music spills from porches, neighbors gather, and the Deering Center neighborhood comes alive with local talent and community spirit. It’s one of those simple pleasures and it’s all within walking distance of Stevens Square.


🔗 Find the map and full lineup of performers here: https://deeringcenter.me/2025-deering-center-porchfest


Invite friends over, bring a lawn chair, or just follow your ears. It’s the perfect way to wrap up the season!


Porchfest 2025
Deering Neighborhood Association Annual Porchfest



Peaceful surroundings at Stevens Square
Peaceful surroundings at Stevens Square

Explore Stevens Square Today


Here at Stevens Square, we’re grateful for these late-summer days filled with comfort, community, and the natural beauty of our surroundings. As the season begins to turn, we invite you to take it all in and maybe even imagine yourself here.


Explore available homes at 75 McAuley Way, complete with pricing, floor plans, and photo galleries.


Contact us to schedule a tour or reserve your home today, info@stevenssquare.com.


Stevens Square 19-acre Campus
Stevens Square 19-Acre Campus

About Stevens Square at Baxter Woods


Located in Portland, Maine, Stevens Square at Baxter Woods is a thoughtfully designed 55+ active lifestyle community that blends the ease of lower-maintenance living with access to both city life and natural beauty. Nestled beside the tranquil trails of Baxter Woods and just minutes from downtown Portland, Stevens Square offers spacious, modern homes, wellness-focused amenities, and a welcoming, engaged community. With cultural events, resident clubs, and a vibrant calendar of on-site and local activities, Stevens Square supports a lifestyle of continued growth, connection, and enjoyment.


Interested in learning more? Contact Ed and Kelley who are here to help you explore the possibilities, answer your questions, or set up a visit to see what life at Stevens Square can be. Reach out anytime — they’d love to show you around.





 
 
 

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