Welcome to Harold Alfond Colbyville™ ! Jokes aside, Waterville is very fortunate that the colleges exist. Generally, the closer to the Kennebec the more rundown it is. The Hathaway creative center apartments are the exception but good luck getting in. Waterville’s selling point (to me at least) is that it’s centrally located. You’re about hour drive from the coast, mountains, airports, and less than an hour to lakes. It’s less busy in the summer (college students are away). Has most anything you need in town. Messalonskee stream is a great place to canoe/kayak. Of course, there’s a former Mayor turned former Governor who’s name will not be mentioned. But I’m told he’s moved down south to be with more like minded people. Still, Waterville is pretty good at picking some real stinkers for mayor (see Nick Isgro). In closing, there will be days where you will sound like George Bailey yearning to leave this crumby little one horse town. But upon returning from trips to Disgusta (those Sam’s Club bulk buys am I right!), you’ll be grateful you live in Waterville.