INVESTORS TAKE NOTICE: With ample parking, sprinkler system, and URD-2 zoning the potential is here for a 3-unit apartment building or group home w/planning board approval. This spacious colonial features an updated kitchen with hickory cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry room and original tin ceilings. The formal dining and living rooms feature ornate wood floors with contrasting inlay and two of the home's many gorgeous fireplace hearths and ornate ceilings. Patio doors lead to the covered, south-facing deck perfect for greeting the morning with a cup of coffee or sitting with guests in the afternoon. Completing the first-floor plan is a laundry room, a roomy full bath, and a front room with a hall closet that could easily function as a first-floor bedroom to accommodate anyone needing one-floor living. The front stairway leads to three spacious bedrooms, a large second full bath with wood wainscoting, beautiful built-ins, and a stained-glass window. And a back door by the bathroom leads to an outdoor area that could be developed into a private, second-story outdoor oasis. Completing this floor's layout is a small room at the front of the home could serve as an office or walk-in closet. The attic is partially finished with two additional rooms with closets. Finally, a large, captivating, attached barn/garage features original horse stalls, parking for two plus cars, and a walk-up second story for storage, studio, or future expansion. The garage offers direct access to the home through an ell to the kitchen. This area with its closet offer ample storage for winter gear while protecting you from inclement weather all year round. The home has also been upgraded with a generator hookup, natural gas furnace for central heating, and a heat pump, allowing for zoned climate control. Conveniently located just minutes from all that downtown Bangor has to offer as well as nearby parks, schools, hospitals and shopping and dining.
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$306,000
227 Essex Street, Bangor, ME 04401
4beds
2,176sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$328,600 Zestimate®
$141/sqft
$2,467 Estimated rent
Home value
$328,600
$263,000 - $417,000
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Beautiful built-insSprinkler systemOriginal tin ceilingsOrnate ceilingsOrnate wood floorsStained-glass windowOutdoor area
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Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
Bought with:
Realty of Maine
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1602181
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Dining room
- Features: Formal
- Level: First
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 17
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Laundry
- Level: First
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 x 8
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Office
- Level: Second
- Area: 49 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 7
Other
- Level: First
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4 x 10
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Attic, One-Floor Living, Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Interior Entry,Dirt Floor,Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,176
- Total interior livable area: 2,176 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,176
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved, 5 - 10 Spaces, Off Street, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other Bath Modifications
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Features: Interior Lot, City Lot, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Level, Open Lot, Sidewalks
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Parcel number: BANGM047L098
- Zoning: URD-2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,New Englander,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Membrane,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Generator Hookup
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Fire Sprinkler System
Location
- Region: Bangor
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $141/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $229,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,393
- Date on market: 8/30/2024
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/24/2025 | Sold | $306,000+2%$141/sqft |
Source:  Maine Listings #1602181 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2025 | Pending sale | $299,999$138/sqft |
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| 12/22/2024 | Contingent | $299,999$138/sqft |
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| 10/3/2024 | Price change | $299,999-5.7%$138/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1602181 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $318,000+89.3%$146/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1602181 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2019 | Sold | $168,000-0.7%$77/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1438701 Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2019 | Pending sale | $169,222$78/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #1438701 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2019 | Listed for sale | $169,222$78/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #1438701 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,393 | $229,400 |
| 2023 | $4,393 +7.3% | $229,400 +14.3% |
| 2022 | $4,094 +4.3% | $200,700 +14% |
| 2021 | $3,925 | $176,000 |
| 2020 | $3,925 +2.4% | $176,000 +5.6% |
| 2019 | $3,834 +5.5% | $166,700 +5.2% |
| 2018 | $3,635 +2.3% | $158,400 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $3,552 +2.4% | $157,500 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $3,470 +2.5% | $154,200 |
| 2015 | $3,385 +2.5% | $154,200 +1.8% |
| 2014 | $3,301 +4.8% | $151,400 |
| 2013 | $3,149 -8% | $151,400 |
| 2012 | $3,422 +26.1% | $151,400 +7.1% |
| 2011 | $2,713 -29.7% | $141,300 -30.3% |
| 2009 | $3,861 | $202,700 |
| 2008 | $3,861 | $202,700 |
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Neighborhood: 04401
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