The town of Standish has been going through rapid expansion in the past year, forcing a debate on the need for a moratorium on large-scale development. (Rory Sweeting/Staff Writer)" data-image-caption="The town of Standish has experienced rapid development in the last few years, enough that the town considered, but ultimately rejected, a moratorium on large-scale developments in 2024. (Rory Sweeting/Staff Writer)" data-medium-file="https://www.pressherald.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/11/StandishTown1-e1731960258720-1731961978.jpg?w=300" data-large-file="https://www.pressherald.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2024/11/StandishTown1-e1731960258720-1731961978.jpg?w=780" />Maine Life Real Estate says Standish topped the list for increased home sales in 2025, followed by Gray and Westbrook.
Standish saw the biggest growth in home sales last year. Why?