Located in Bangor's desirable Broadway Historic District, this stately circa-1850 residence offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of the city's rich lumber-era history. The Burleigh-Sawyer House features 6 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 1 half bath, with spacious living areas and classic architectural details throughout.
Interior highlights include a traditional center-hall layout, high ceilings, large formal rooms, and 3 fireplaces. The home also features a formal dining room, large walk-through pantry, and abundant storage throughout. Additional spaces include a unique observatory, and a historic basement vault.
Exterior amenities include a 3-car garage and a substantial barn with silo.
Set on a generous lot along tree-lined Broadway, surrounded by other historic homes, this property combines period charm with functional living space.
Property Features:
6 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms
3 Fireplaces
Formal Dining Room
Large Walk-Through Pantry
Extensive Storage Throughout
Observatory
Basement Vault
Barn w/ Silo & Industrial Stove
3-Car Garage, with plenty of space for hanging out
Historic District Location
A unique historic property with character, space, and versatility.
Active under contract
$579,900
840 Broadway, Bangor, ME 04401
6beds
3,872sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
1.58 Acres Lot
$554,600 Zestimate®
$150/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Tree-lined broadwayLarge walk-through pantryHigh ceilingsTraditional center-hall layoutGenerous lotLarge formal roomsAbundant storage throughout
- 52 days |
- 1,407 |
- 76 |
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Listed by:
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1661408
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
Bedroom 6
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Gas Fireplace
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Gas Fireplace
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Heating
- Hot Water, Zoned, Radiator
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Bathtub, Pantry, Shower, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Basement: Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,872
- Total interior livable area: 3,872 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,872
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved, 11 - 20 Spaces, On Site, Garage Door Opener, Detached, Heated Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Glassed-in Porch, Porch
Lot
- Size: 1.58 Acres
- Features: City Lot, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Level, Open Lot, Sidewalks, Landscaped, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: BANGMR41L001
- Zoning: G&SID, S&PS
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Federal,Greek Revival
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Clapboard, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Membrane,Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Bangor
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $150/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $499,100
- Annual tax amount: $10,104
- Date on market: 5/9/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$554,600
$527,000 - $582,000
$3,864/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2026 | Contingent | $579,900$150/sqft |
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| 5/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $579,900+5.4%$150/sqft |
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| 6/27/2025 | Sold | $550,000-12.7%$142/sqft |
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| 6/27/2025 | Pending sale | $629,900$163/sqft |
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| 6/16/2025 | Contingent | $629,900$163/sqft |
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| 3/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $629,900-3.1%$163/sqft |
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| 3/20/2025 | Listing removed | $649,900$168/sqft |
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| 10/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $649,900$168/sqft |
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| 10/11/2024 | Contingent | $649,900$168/sqft |
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| 9/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $649,900$168/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $499,100 |
| 2023 | -- | $499,100 +14% |
| 2022 | -- | $437,800 +11.7% |
| 2021 | -- | $392,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $392,000 +10.8% |
| 2019 | $7,865 | $353,900 +3.3% |
| 2018 | $7,865 +9% | $342,700 +7.1% |
| 2017 | $7,214 | $319,900 +2.1% |
| 2016 | -- | $313,400 -0.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $313,600 +1.6% |
| 2014 | -- | $308,600 -0.1% |
| 2012 | $6,979 +17.8% | $308,800 +0.1% |
| 2011 | $5,925 | $308,600 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 04401
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Mary Snow SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 1 mi
- 9/10William S. Cohen SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 6/10Bangor High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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