Welcome to 221 Birch Street in Bangor! With a new roof, new natural gas heating system, heat pumps for year-round comfort, and a one-year home warranty included, this move-in-ready home offers exceptional value, comfort, and peace of mind.
Perfect for first-time homebuyers or those seeking the convenience of first-floor living, this well-maintained in-town home features a bright and sunny eat-in kitchen, a comfortable living room with built-in shelving, a first-floor bedroom, and a full bathroom with a convenient laundry area.
The second floor offers two additional bedrooms, a second full bathroom, and a dedicated office that could easily serve as a fourth bedroom, guest room, or hobby space, providing flexible living arrangements to meet a variety of needs.
Major improvements over the past several years include a new natural gas heating system (2024), a new roof (2024), a second-floor heat pump installed in 2023, and a paved driveway (2022). The home is exceptionally economical to heat and offers year-round comfort with heat pumps serving both levels.
Step outside to enjoy the private backyard featuring a garden area, garden shed, back deck, and fire pit--ideal for gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing outdoors.
Conveniently located in-town and offering flexible living space, modern updates, and affordable ownership, 221 Birch Street is ready to welcome its next owners.
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Price cut: $10K (6/30)
$289,900
221 Birch Street, Bangor, ME 04401
3beds
1,577sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$285,300 Zestimate®
$184/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Garden shedBack deckFirst-floor bedroomPaved driveway
- 21 days |
- 706 |
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United Country Lifestyle Properties of Maine 207-794-6164
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1667209
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 10.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 125 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 12.5
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 156.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 12.5
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 16
Laundry
- Level: First
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 11
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 16
Mud room
- Level: First
- Area: 44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4 x 11
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 126.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 11
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Bulkhead,Interior Entry,Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,577
- Total interior livable area: 1,577 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,577
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Features: City Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: BANGM053L104
- Zoning: URD1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Bangor
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $184/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $173,700
- Annual tax amount: $3,772
- Date on market: 6/15/2026
Estimated market value
$285,300
$271,000 - $300,000
$2,275/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Price change | $289,900-3.3%$184/sqft |
Source:  Maine Listings #1667209 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,900$190/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1667209 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,326 | $173,700 |
| 2023 | $3,326 +7.8% | $173,700 +14.9% |
| 2022 | $3,084 +7.2% | $151,200 +17.2% |
| 2021 | $2,877 | $129,000 |
| 2020 | $2,877 +4.4% | $129,000 +7.7% |
| 2019 | $2,755 +4.5% | $119,800 +4.3% |
| 2018 | $2,637 +4.9% | $114,900 +3% |
| 2017 | $2,514 +2.5% | $111,500 +2.3% |
| 2016 | $2,453 +2.5% | $109,000 |
| 2015 | $2,393 +2.3% | $109,000 +1.6% |
| 2014 | $2,339 +1.5% | $107,300 -3.2% |
| 2013 | $2,305 -7.9% | $110,800 |
| 2012 | $2,504 +17.5% | $110,800 -0.2% |
| 2011 | $2,131 +10.1% | $111,000 +9.3% |
| 2009 | $1,935 -0.2% | $101,600 -0.2% |
| 2008 | $1,939 | $101,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 04401
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Fruit Street SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10William S. Cohen SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Bangor High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
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