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    53 Hillside Avenue, Old Town, ME 04468

    4beds
    1,853sqft
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    $1,918/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1920
    9,583 Square Feet Lot
    $281,600 Zestimate®
    $156/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Recently resealed drivewayConvenient parkingValuable storage spaceNumerous recent updates
    OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY OCTOBER 31ST 1:30 PM- 3:00 PM Welcome to 53 Hillside Ave in Old Town, a versatile property offering an excellent opportunity for homeowners and investors alike. Just 8 minutes from the University of Maine campus and approximately 20 minutes from Bangor, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,853 square feet of finished living space and the flexibility to make it your forever home, traditional rental, short-term rental, or potential student room-rental property. The home has recently been used for room rentals, with rooms renting for approximately $700 per month, providing an attractive opportunity for those looking to generate rental income. The property's location near the University of Maine makes it especially well-suited for student housing, while its size and layout offer plenty of flexibility for a variety of uses. Numerous recent updates add to the appeal, including a recently resealed driveway, replacement of the sewer line, and many cosmetic improvements throughout the home. A 2-car garage provides convenient parking and valuable storage space. Whether you're looking for an income-producing investment, a property with house-hacking potential, or a comfortable home with room to grow, 53 Hillside Ave offers the space, location, and versatility to fit your plans.
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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: First
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      Living room
      • Level: First
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      Features
      • Bathtub
      • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
      • Basement: Interior Entry,Full,Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,853
      • Total interior livable area: 1,853 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,853
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Paved, 5 - 10 Spaces
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Glassed-in Porch, Porch
      Lot
      • Size: 9,583 Square Feet
      • Features: City Lot, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Open Lot, Rolling Slope
      Details
      • Parcel number: OLDNM028L076
      • Zoning: R-2 Gen Res

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Poured Concrete
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • Year built: 1920

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Old Town

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $156/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $215,800
      • Annual tax amount: $4,617
      • Date on market: 10/28/2026
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $281,600

        $268,000 - $296,000

        $2,029/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/28/2026Listed for sale$289,900-3.3%$156/sqft
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        10/28/2026Listing removed$299,900$162/sqft
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        10/20/2026Price change$299,900-4.8%$162/sqft
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        10/9/2026Price change$315,000-3.1%$170/sqft
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        9/25/2026Listed for sale$325,000+16.5%$175/sqft
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        7/23/2025Pending sale$279,000+9.4%$151/sqft
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        7/21/2025Sold$255,000-8.6%$138/sqft
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        6/8/2025Contingent$279,000$151/sqft
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        4/30/2025Price change$279,000-3.5%$151/sqft
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        3/20/2025Listed for sale$289,000+120.6%$156/sqft
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        7/29/2020Sold$131,000-1.1%$71/sqft
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        6/12/2020Price change$132,500+2%$72/sqft
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        5/6/2020Listed for sale$129,900+6%$70/sqft
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        3/30/2020Listing removed$122,500$66/sqft
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        3/19/2020Price change$122,500-1.9%$66/sqft
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        1/31/2020Price change$124,900-3.8%$67/sqft
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        12/30/2019Price change$129,900-3.7%$70/sqft
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        12/9/2019Price change$134,900-3.6%$73/sqft
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        12/4/2019Price change$139,900-4.5%$75/sqft
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        11/6/2019Price change$146,500-2.3%$79/sqft
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        10/18/2019Listed for sale$149,900$81/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$3,820 $215,800
        2023$3,820 +31.8%$215,800 +56.4%
        2022$2,898 -6%$138,000 +2.3%
        2021$3,084 $134,900
        2020$3,084 $134,900
        2019$3,084 $134,900
        2018$3,084 +2.3%$134,900
        2017$3,015 +6%$134,900
        2016$2,845 -0.3%$134,900
        2015$2,854 +4.7%$134,900
        2014$2,726 +8.1%$134,900
        2013$2,521 +5%$134,900
        2012$2,401 $134,900
        2008-- $134,900
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 04468

        Getting around

        19 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        37 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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