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    293 Yellow Birch Road, Whiting, ME 04691

    4beds
    2,399sqft
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    $2,753/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1983
    3.7 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $175/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Passive solar homeBroad lawnAbove average insulationGenerous acreageDining areaSwing setLarge fire pit
    Situated on coveted Yellow Birch Road in the village of Whiting, this passive solar home was built and designed by the current owner, a master carpenter and craftsman, and has been a cherished family home for decades. Set on 3.7 surveyed acres and built with 2X8 lumber, the home provides above average insulation, below average energy costs, peaceful surroundings and sustainable lifestyle potential. The attached 8-cord capacity woodshed has a pass-through into the interior for efficient, clean access. A spacious warm sunny glassed-in porch with a brick floor collects heat from the sun making additional heating minimally necessary in spring and fall. Other rooms include a large mud room with a large closet, a large capacity dryer, a bench and coat pegs; a spacious pantry with a large capacity washer; a full-size kitchen with a wood cookstove; a first-floor full bath; a dining area; and a large living room with a woodstove and heat pump. Upstairs, four bedrooms and a half bath provide plenty of space for family and guests. The basement includes a root cellar, two finished rooms (344 sf) and storage. Outside, the expansive grounds are framed by hardwoods including sugar maples, conifers and apple trees, a broad lawn, a large fire pit, and a swing set. The detached, two-story partially insulated garage is built with attic trusses providing an additional 392 SF (14' x 28') of space. Finally, a storage shed (24' x 16') provides ample room for tools, equipment and gear. Meander up a well-maintained town gravel road to this special gem. A solid home, well built and well insulated, generous acreage, and expansive living space make this a rare opportunity in a beautiful and peaceful corner of Downeast Maine. Whiting is conveniently located along Route 1, approximately 23 minutes from Machias and 14 minutes from Lubec, the Easternmost point in the United States, renowned for bold coastal hiking trails, kayak launches, and access to Campobello Island in New Brunswick Canada.
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    Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1678289MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 126.5 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11.5 x 11
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Closet
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 147.25 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15.5 x 9.5
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Closet
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 181.5 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16.5 x 11
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 137.5 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12.5 x 11
      Dining room
      • Features: Dining Area
      • Level: First
      • Area: 81 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9 x 9
      Kitchen
      • Features: Heat Stove Hookup
      • Level: First
      • Area: 240 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16 x 15
      Living room
      • Features: Heat Stove
      • Level: First
      • Area: 326.25 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 22.5 x 14.5
      Mud room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 99 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11 x 9
      Sunroom
      • Features: Four-Season
      • Level: First
      • Area: 253 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 23 x 11
      Heating
      • Direct Vent Heater, Heat Pump, Wood Stove
      Cooling
      • Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
      Features
      • Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Vinyl, Wood, Hardwood, Linoleum
      • Windows: Double Pane Windows
      • Basement: Doghouse,Interior Entry,Full,Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Furnished: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,399
      • Total interior livable area: 2,399 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,055
      • Finished area below ground: 344

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Gravel, 5 - 10 Spaces, On Site, Off Street, Detached
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      Lot
      • Size: 3.7 Acres
      • Features: Rural, Level, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Wooded
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: WHIGM004L00200A
      • Zoning: rural
      • Other equipment: Internet Access Available

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Contemporary,New Englander
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Frame, Shingle Siding
      • Foundation: Block, Poured Concrete
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • Year built: 1983

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
      • Water: Private, Well
      Green energy
      • Energy efficient items: Dehumidifier

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Whiting

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $175/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $227,400
      • Annual tax amount: $3,941
      • Date on market: 8/29/2026
      • Road surface type: Gravel

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/29/2026Listed for sale$419,900$175/sqft
        Source: Maine Listings #1678289 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$3,252 $227,400
        2023$3,252 +30%$227,400 +18.2%
        2022$2,501 +0.8%$192,400
        2021$2,482 -3.7%$192,400
        2020$2,578 $192,400
        2019$2,578 +1.9%$192,400
        2018$2,530 +3.2%$192,400 +2%
        2017$2,452 +5.8%$188,600 -13.3%
        2011$2,317 $217,600
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 04691

        Getting around

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        Somewhat Bikeable

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