Character, Space & Possibilities—A Home That is Anything but Ordinary! Set on a sprawling, mature 3.4-acre corner lot just minutes from in-town conveniences, this charming Colonial offers a rare blend of timeless character, distinctive features, and room to spread out. From the beautiful tongue-and-groove detailing in the skylit laundry room to the expansive finished room above the heated two-car garage, this home is full of natural light and possibilities. Add a separate workshop, a private back porch, and numerous recent updates, and you have a property that invites you to imagine all the ways to make it your own. One of the home's standout features is the spacious, skylit laundry room, where natural light and beautiful tongue-and-groove details create a warm, inviting space, complete with direct entry to the heated two-car garage. Above the garage, an impressive finished bonus room offers incredible flexibility—imagine a family room, home office, hobby space, game room, or creative retreat. An existing propane line is already in place, ready for a future heating connection. Outside, the possibilities continue. Enjoy the porch, explore the generous grounds, or put the separate workshop to use for projects, storage, hobbies, or extra workspace. The expansive acreage offers room to garden, play, entertain, or simply enjoy the privacy and freedom that come with owning a larger parcel—all while remaining conveniently close to everyday amenities. With its classic Colonial charm, unique architectural details, versatile bonus space, heated two-car garage, separate workshop, and many recent improvements, this property offers a wonderful opportunity for buyers seeking something with personality and potential. If you've been looking for a home with character, space, and features you won't find everywhere, this distinctive property in Mexico deserves a closer look!
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$328,000
278 Highland Terrace, Mexico, ME 04257
2beds
1,768sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1870
3.4 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$186/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Separate workshopUnique architectural detailsNatural lightVersatile bonus spaceHeated two-car garageGenerous groundsSpacious skylit laundry room
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Hearth & Key Realty 2077133144
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1686033
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Features: Double Vanity
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bonus room
- Features: Above Garage, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island
- Level: First
Laundry
- Features: Built-in Features, Skylight
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Mud room
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Pellet Stove, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Attic, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood, Luxury Vinyl
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Interior Entry,Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,768
- Total interior livable area: 1,768 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,768
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved, 5 - 10 Spaces, Detached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic
Lot
- Size: 3.4 Acres
- Features: Near Shopping, Near Town, Neighborhood, Rural, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: MEXIM013L11
- Zoning: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1870
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Generator Hookup
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Mexico
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $186/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $128,800
- Annual tax amount: $3,787
- Date on market: 10/28/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $328,000+19.3%$186/sqft |
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| 7/27/2023 | Sold | $275,000+0%$156/sqft |
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| 6/29/2023 | Pending sale | $274,900$155/sqft |
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| 6/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $274,900+19.5%$155/sqft |
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| 8/6/2021 | Sold | $230,000+53.3%$130/sqft |
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| 5/24/2019 | Sold | $150,000$85/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,735 -0.7% | $128,800 |
| 2023 | $3,761 | $128,800 |
| 2022 | $3,761 +12.3% | $128,800 |
| 2021 | $3,349 | $128,800 |
| 2020 | $3,349 | $128,800 |
| 2014 | $3,349 +4% | $128,800 |
| 2012 | $3,220 | $128,800 |
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