In-town living with River Views in Machias, ME
Charming Cape-style home in the heart of Machias offering beautiful views of the Machias River and convenient walkable access to downtown amenities. Originally built circa 1900, this property features approximately 1,750 square feet of living space and is currently configured as a two-unit residence, with the potential to be easily converted back into a spacious single-family home.
The first-floor unit offers two bedrooms, one full bathroom, a kitchen, dining room, and comfortable living room. The second-floor unit features two bedrooms, one bathroom, and an open-concept kitchen and living area.
Ideally located just minutes from local restaurants, shops, schools, the waterfront, and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, this property combines charm with everyday convenience. This property could be a primary residence, an income-producing investment, a multi-generational living arrangement, or a quintessential Downeast Maine getaway. It offers endless possibilities in a desirable location.
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$229,900
23 Water Street, Machias, ME 04654
4beds
1,748sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$216,900 Zestimate®
$132/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming cape-style home
- 33 days |
- 289 |
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Realty of Maine
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1664849
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: Second
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
- Basement: Interior Entry,Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,748
- Total interior livable area: 1,748 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,748
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Common, 1 - 4 Spaces
Features
- Body of water: Machias River
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Features: City Lot, Neighborhood, Open Lot, Rolling Slope
Details
- Parcel number: MCHAM011L066
- Zoning: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Granite
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Utilities On
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Machias
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $132/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $148,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,554
- Date on market: 6/1/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$216,900
$206,000 - $228,000
$2,254/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $229,900+39.4%$132/sqft |
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| 9/6/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Maine Listings #1543478 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2023 | Price change | $164,900-17.5%$94/sqft |
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| 9/19/2022 | Listed for sale | $199,900+104.8%$114/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1543478 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2019 | Listing removed | $97,600$56/sqft |
Source: Keenan Auction Company, Inc. #10634073 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2019 | Listed for sale | $97,600+30.3%$56/sqft |
Source: Keenan Auction Company, Inc. #10634073 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/2018 | Listing removed | $74,900$43/sqft |
Source: Realty of Maine #1331515 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2017 | Price change | $74,900-16.8%$43/sqft |
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| 11/1/2017 | Listed for sale | $90,000$51/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,190 +6.6% | $148,500 +64.1% |
| 2023 | $2,054 +4.5% | $90,500 -0.1% |
| 2022 | $1,966 +4.9% | $90,600 |
| 2021 | $1,875 +163.3% | $90,600 +163.4% |
| 2020 | $712 -66.4% | $34,400 -64.8% |
| 2019 | $2,118 | $97,600 |
| 2018 | $2,118 +2.9% | $97,600 |
| 2017 | $2,059 +3.9% | $97,600 |
| 2015 | $1,981 +1.5% | $97,600 |
| 2014 | $1,952 | $97,600 |
| 2013 | $1,952 | $97,600 |
| 2012 | $1,952 -2.9% | $97,600 |
| 2011 | $2,011 | $97,600 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 04654
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Rose M Gaffney SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 1/10Machias Memorial High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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- Maine
- Washington County
- Machias
- 04654
- 23 Water Street
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