Set along 745 feet of Penobscot River shoreline, this unique coastal Maine property offers panoramic views of the iconic Penobscot Narrows Bridge, timeless character, and exceptional investment potential. Main home features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths (one on main level), blending charm w/ thoughtful modern updates. Beautifully landscaped grounds and mature plantings create a peaceful waterfront setting perfect for year-round living or a seasonal retreat.
Above the detached two-car garage, with its own private entrance, is a 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment with a previous rental history--ideal for guests, extended family, or supplemental income.
Conveniently located between Midcoast and Downeast Maine, the property is just minutes from Fort Knox State Historic Site, the Penobscot Narrows Observatory, and an easy drive to Ellsworth, Mount Desert Island, and Acadia National Park. Positioned along a popular tourism corridor, the expansive grounds offer exciting possibilities for additional investment endeavors.
Recent improvements include a renovated kitchen w/ new cabinetry, plumbing, and water filtration; updated bathrooms; rebuilt sunroom w/ new windows and siding; new windows in both the main home and apartment; pine tongue-and-groove finishes; garage exterior improvements; Samsung mini-split heating and cooling systems; electrical upgrades; and numerous cosmetic enhancements throughout.
A rare opportunity to own a waterfront property that combines Maine history, income potential, and room to grow! Maine is calling!
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Price cut: $20K (10/2)
$529,000
1407 US Highway 1, Prospect, ME 04981
4beds
1,354sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1933
5.82 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$391/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Garage exterior improvementsNumerous cosmetic enhancements throughoutBeautifully landscaped groundsTimeless characterMature plantingsPeaceful waterfront settingUpdated bathrooms
- 90 days
- 760
- 85
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Portside Real Estate Group
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1670694
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Other
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Sunroom
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Radiator
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,354
- Total interior livable area: 1,354 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,354
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces, Detached, Storage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic
- Body of water: Penobscot River
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 745,Waterfrontage Owned: 745
Lot
- Size: 5.82 Acres
- Features: Near Public Beach, Other, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: PROTM04L15
- Zoning: rural & shoreland
- Other equipment: Internet Access Available
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: New Englander
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1933
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available, Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Prospect
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $391/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $337,480
- Annual tax amount: $3,375
- Date on market: 7/7/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2026 | Price change | $529,000-3.6%$391/sqft |
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| 9/3/2026 | Price change | $549,000-7.7%$405/sqft |
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| 7/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $595,000+8.4%$439/sqft |
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| 1/12/2026 | Listing removed | $549,000$405/sqft |
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| 8/9/2025 | Price change | $549,000-6.8%$405/sqft |
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| 7/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $589,000-10.5%$435/sqft |
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| 7/11/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $658,000+31.6%$486/sqft |
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| 6/23/2022 | Sold | $500,000-9.1%$369/sqft |
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| 3/21/2022 | Pending sale | $550,000$406/sqft |
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| 10/28/2021 | Price change | $550,000-8.3%$406/sqft |
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| 9/25/2021 | Listed for sale | $600,000-7.7%$443/sqft |
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| 6/10/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/3/2021 | Price change | $650,000-10.3%$480/sqft |
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| 2/11/2021 | Listed for sale | $725,000-3.3%$535/sqft |
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| 7/7/2020 | Listed for sale | $750,000$554/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,375 +19.3% | $337,480 +73% |
| 2023 | $2,828 +0.7% | $195,020 |
| 2022 | $2,808 -3.8% | $195,020 +29.7% |
| 2021 | $2,918 | $150,420 |
| 2020 | $2,918 +12.8% | $150,420 |
| 2019 | $2,587 +9.2% | $150,420 |
| 2018 | $2,369 +0.6% | $150,420 |
| 2017 | $2,354 +2.6% | $150,420 |
| 2016 | $2,294 | $150,420 |
| 2015 | $2,294 +1.7% | $150,420 |
| 2014 | $2,256 +0.8% | $150,420 +0.8% |
| 2013 | $2,239 +5% | $149,290 +51.2% |
| 2012 | $2,132 +9.2% | $98,710 +11.3% |
| 2011 | $1,952 | $88,710 +3.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $85,710 |
| 2006 | $1,697 | $85,710 |
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