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FALMOUTH FORESIDE: Charming, sun-filled, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home in a desirable neighborhood in the sought after Falmouth Foreside! Antique charm with many classic accents, including exposed beams, Open concept kitchen/ living room space. Tiled mudroom with built-ins. Master bedroom or guest suite over garage. Beautiful sunset views from the cozy front porch. Ocean views with beach access at the end of the street. $539,000 AMY MEADER 207-8318122 MLS:1400569 TEXT R1080284 TO 52187
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PORTLAND:This is the location you have been waiting for. Stunning East End condominium with parking. Large windows on 3 sides, high ceilings, period details, wood floors, a 1-minute walk to the Eastern Promenade. In-unit laundry, natural gas heat and cooking, private deck. Pet friendly. Strong professionally managed association. $325,000 THE MURPHY TEAM 207-712-4796 MLS:1400534 TEXT R1080283 TO 52187
PEAKS ISLAND:Character abounds in this delightful year-round Peaks Island cottage. Private yet close to the ferry and stores in a great neighborhood. Comfy, snug, colorful, quirky. South facing deck, walk-in closet with washer/ dryer. Outdoor shower and tub !! Loads of interesting details and free spirit charm. Come me have a look.$305,000 RHONDA BERG 207-756-3450 MLS:1376998 TEXT R1080285 TO 52187
WINDHAM:Wake up to pristine water views on quiet Collins Pond in this unique lakefront home. The Southern exposure paired with the open concept design make for plenty of natural light year round. Situated on a double lot with multiple heating sources and a detached bunk house this is a must see. 2 bedrooms, septic design allows for 3. $340,000 NICK SIVISKI 207-8506425 MLS:1373914 TEXT R1028064 TO 52187
FALMOUTH: A rare opportunity to own one of the last buildable lots in the Falmouth Country Club. This one acre lot is situated on Olympic Drive and sits between two of the most stately homes in the country club. Come build your dream home here and enjoy all the amenities country club living has to offer. Architectural home plans available from current owner per request.$269,000 SEAN PINETTE 207-329-3318 MLS:1365055 TEXT R990320 TO 52187
LYMAN:Quaint Ranch located in the historic Goodwins Mills neighborhood. Features 2 bd/ 1 bath,open kitchen and living area, great back porch for entertaining. Unfinished walk out basement offers a lot of potential for expansion. Large wooded lot with paved egress from both South Street and Hill Road. Massive 900 square foot detached garage with heating would be perfect as a wood shop or auto shop. Property is zoned for both residential and commercial use, making it a perfect property for a home business owner.$210,000 SEAN PINETTE 207-329-3318 MLS:1372767 TEXT R1028066 TO 52187 YARMOUTH:Nestled on a 1.84 acre private lot at the point of Yarmouth’s desirable Royall Point neighborhood, this serene property cradles the Royal River, offering water views from many rooms. The light filled kitchen and living areas create an open and inviting space, while design elements like the magnificent floating staircase supply distinguished character. Guests will be more than comfortable in the second floor suite, which features a private bedroom, large family room, kitchenette with eat-in dining, and separate entrance.$1,150,000 AMY MEADER 207831-8122 MLS:1351102 TEXT R841394 TO 52187
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BUXTON - On over 2 Acres this 2 bed raised ranch features a living space overlooking a large private back yard and a fun little screen house! Park in a large garage under and an oversized carport all winter long! Recent updates include roofing, and fresh paint inside and out. $225K
OOB - Listen to the waves and smell the salt... in your own money making get away spot! #1 - 3bed/2bath, #2 2bed/1bath, #3 - 2bed/1bath. $575k.
SACO - Excellent opportunity for a large home on a level over-sized in town corner lot, Bring this home back to it’s former glory and show off its wood floors, Large kitchen, 3 bedrooms and mature landscaping. Great Value! $152.9K
WATERBORO - Get in and get dirty and create a dream home and build equity at the same time! So much space to roam, with over 2200 sq ft and a large garage with potential bonus space on a lovely private lot. $179.9K
BUXTON - .46 acres with a trailer that you can fix up, replace or build a new house! A quiet neighborhood and a unique horseshoe driveway add to the charm. Septic tank and a well already on site. Don’t miss out! $225K.
KENNEBUNK - Large home awaiting restoration! Features include over 2000 sq ft of space, natural cedar siding, replacement windows, on just over 1/3 acre lot in the heart of West Kennebunk Village. $149.9K
SACO - This 3+ bed 2 bath cape home with breezeway and garage features a super private yet convenient location on the outskirts of Saco near the Scarborough line. A flexible floor plans with special features like cathedral ceilings in the master and breezeway, front porch built ins and more. $239.9K.
Come take a peek at this turn of the century farmhouse on the corner of a great neighborhood in a location that provides a quick commute to 295 or 95. Lots of space for all your people with 4 bedrooms 2.5 baths over 2000 sq ft and lots of space for hobbies and toys in the over-sized barn and garage area. Updated wiring and natural cedar siding will get you started to creating a New England Dream Home! Text R1019930 to 52187
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BUYING IN THE FUTURE? ST A R T S A V I N G T O D A Y By Suzanne De Vita
With inventory low and prices rebounding, affordability has become one of the foremost housing issues—both for buyers entering the market, and homeowners looking for a new, but practically priced property after selling. According to new research, accumulating enough for a down payment can take over seven years—and even longer in pricey spots. If the average buyer earning the median national income saved 10 percent of it per month, it would take 7.2 years to amass a 20 percent down payment on the average home in the U.S., according to an analysis recently released by Zillow. Buyers in California are in for the longest savings stretch: 18.4 years in Los Angeles; 18.3 years in San Francisco; and 21.8 years in San Jose—the longest of the markets in the report. Buyers have an easier path in Pittsburgh, where it takes 4.8 years, and in Cincinnati, Indianapolis and St. Louis, where it takes 5.1 years. The disparity between earnings growth and home prices is substantial, the analysis shows. Incomes have increased 52.6 percent in the past 20 years, while appreciation has hit 98.6 percent. “The simple fact that home values have far outpaced income growth, lengthening the time needed to save for a down payment, contributes to millennials’ struggles to enter homeownership,” says Skylar Olsen, director of Economic Research at Zillow. “Saving up for
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a down payment can be tough, especially when the cost of everyday life outpaces the money you put into the bank. It requires good budgeting and long-term planning. It’s one reason why more and more first-time home buyers are looking to family and friends for financial help when coming up with their down payment.” While 20 percent down is ideal by many measures, it’s not a requirement; in fact, borrowers can be eligible for as low as 3 percent, depending on the loan and their situation. For guidance, contact your REALTOR®. “Even if you don’t have plans to buy a home in the next year or two, it’s not a bad idea to start setting aside savings for a future home purchase,” Olsen says. “It’s also important to remember that there are many options for mortgages requiring less than 20 percent down.” Suzanne De Vita is RISMedia’s online news editor. Email her your real estate news ideas at sdevita@rismedia.com. Reprinted with permission from RISMedia. ©2018. All rights reserved.
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BRIDGTON-1814 farmhouse, 2.65 ac, quiet road, 3BR/1BA, eat in kit w/sliders to rear deck, wide pine floors, 3 wood stoves & barn. $169,000 MLS:1359849 TEXT R899645 TO 52187
SWEDEN-Nestled in a hill w/10ac, 3BR/1BA,stone fireplace, lg kit w/ gran counters, laundry area, office, great landscaping, gazebo. $249,900 MLS:1370662 TEXT R992720 TO 52187
SWEDEN-13Ac Horse Ranch, White Mtn Sunset Views, privacy, 2BR/2BA, 4 horse stalls, tack room & hay storage, lg kitchen, fireplace $279,000 MLS:1358596 TEXT R899828 TO 52187
BRIDGTON-Katahdin log home in a spot that combines privacy w/access to local public beach,snowmobile trails & Shawnee Peak 3BR/2BA. $319,000 MLS:1361154 TEXT R907961 TO 52187
BRIDGTON-Moose Pond shared waterfront! 3BR/1BA, boat slip, across Shawnee Peak, 1fl BR & laundr y, vaulted ceilings, fireplace, $250,000 MLS:1364068 TEXT R944892 TO 52187
HARRISON- Spacious liv/fam room w/ brick hearth & wet bar, Kitchen w custom cabinets, granite counters,3BR/3BA, a m a z i n g l a n d s c a p i n g. $ 2 9 9 , 9 0 0 MLS:1363916 TEXT R944891 TO 52187
Looking for 1 level living, fresh air & serenity? This is the place! 2009 Ranch style home on 3+ AC in upscale neighborhood within min. of I95 & Kennebunk town center. Kimball Lane is lined with custom homes, mature wooded lots & expansive fields. Gorgeous views of pond, fields filled with wildlife, fenced in back yard, invisible fence, 2-car oversized garage, 2BR & 1BA. Offered at $330,000 Text R1042805 to 52187
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19+ beautiful acres of wooded beauty privately situated off of Moose Rocks Road, Kennebunkport. Survey, soils test, partial wetlands complete. If privacy, natural beauty and peace is what you’re looking for this is the spot to build your home! Offered at $169,000 Text R576089 to 52187
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YORK-CUSTOM BUILT COLONIAL ON THE NUBBLE! 5 BRs, 4.5 BAs, finished basement & 3rd flr, master en suite, many upscale amenities. $649,000 MLS:1367639 Text R980344 to 52187
K I T T E R Y- C O N S T R U C T I O N I S COMPLETE!New Cottage at Shepards Cove. 2 BR, 3 BA, 55+ community.Pick your interior finishes.Many amenities.$644,800 MLS:1326242 Text R536525 to 52187
NEW CONSTRUCTION IN YORK! Open concept living, 4 season sun room, 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths, attached garage, close to the beaches. $485,000 MLS:1315359 Text R447499 to 52187
STUNNING WATERVIEW ESTATE IN YORK! Enjoy over 9,000 sq. ft. of living space. 10 huge rooms with all the amenities you can imagine. $2,995,000 MLS:1372959 Text R1010366 to 52187
YORK - 2.247 ACRE PARCEL! Fully surveyed, flat and easily accessible with nearly all of the site work completed. Close to the beach!$295,000 MLS:1400732 Text R1077379 to 52187
LOVELY YORK COLONIAL! 3 BRs, 2.5 BA’s; Fireplaced LR; Dining rm & breakfast bar;Sun rm;Hardwoods, Whole house generator. 1.38 acres.$429,900 MLS:1371804 Text R996808 to 52187
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OGUNQUIT. Center of town opportunity. This 6BR home is a walk to the beach. Residential or commercial! Offered at $999,000. Call Don MLS:1377183 Text R1057779 to 52187
WELLS. This charming ocean front 5BR home is located on Fisherman’s Cove in Wells Maine. on a .1725 acre lot. Offered at $949,900 Call Don MLS:1372881 Text R1018007 to 52187
YORK. Expansive 4BR on large waterfront lot on the York River 88 feet of river frontage. Offered at $599,000 Call Carolyn MLS:1362816 Text R922505 to 52187
OGUNQUIT. 11 bedroom home in Ogunquit! Explore the possibilities of owning a B&B or, keep it to yourself. Offered at $1,175,000 Call Don MLS:1368869 Text R968596 to 52187
OGUNQUIT. Build a 3,000+ square foot waterfront home! 2 acre lot on the Ogunquit River steps to the Footbridge. Offered at $929,000 Call Don MLS:1366537 Text R948482 to 52187
YORK. York Antiques gallery Route 1 w/ attached single family home. Business will remain open until sold! Offered at $1,195,000 Call Don. MLS:1377490 Text R1062992 to 52187
WELLS. Oceanfront lot now available! Fisherman’s Cove this 5000 square foot plot of land is ready to build. Offered at $499,900 Call Don MLS:1372880 Text R1018006 to 52187
OGUNQUIT. One floor living in Ogunquit’s Only 55+ living community. Lovely home w/ 2BR & 2BA Offered at $219,900 Call Carolyn MLS:1360396 Text R899655 to 52187
WELLS. A home for all seasons. Whether downsizing, or 2nd home you can’t go wrong with this charming ranch. Offered at $249,900 Call Carolyn MLS:1373438 Text R1014643 to 52187
OGUNQUIT. Gorgeous custom built 3BR cape in Sonoma Woods, one of Ogunquit’s newest sub-divisions! Offered at $499,000 Call Don MLS:1357775 Text R900050 to 52187
CAPE NEDDICK. Enjoy the most stunning serene views of Staples Pond from you private grown up 4BR 2BA tree house. Offered at $490,000 Call Don MLS:1354411 Text R850993 to 52187
OGUNQUIT. Incredible 3 unit building on Main St Ogunquit. 2 Restaurants, and a new single family home! Offered at $1,200,000 Call Don MLS:1354849 Text R852768 to 52187
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RAYMOND Location! This home sits on 3.71 AC. Needs WEST BALDWIN Largecosmetic open concept some TLC/updating but-mostly as roof capeinon 2 private entries with done 2012/2013 and acres. is vinyl 2sided. Potential cathedral ceilings. Huge 2 car for a wonderful family home in deck. a wonderful garage Hardwood $225,000floors Bill under vinyl flooring? location. $190,000. MLS:1400487 Text R1073678 to 52187
NAPLES Open floor plan, large lot, 3 car GORHAM - Stately colonial near heated garage, deep water frontage, Gorham over 5 acres. dock andvillage more.on The views from Legal this in law apartment, 3 car garage home are some of the best in the $350,000 Tufts & Skiing! $325,000. region. Boating MLS:1371087. Text R950679 to 52187
LONG LAKE Open floor plan, large lot, 3 car heated garage, WINDHAM - Beautiful Bedroom, 2.5 deep water frontage, dock3 and more. The bath from Multi-level in cul-de-sac views this homehome are some of the best inin Hillcrest to schools and the region.Estate Boating.Close & Skiing! $1,140,000. easy commute to Portland $254,900 MLS:1365782 Text R950679 to 52187 $1,140,000. Dan Text T11878362 85377 MLS:1365782 Text R950679 to to 52187
SEBAGO LAKE 3 BR colonial w/finished daylight STANDISHspacious, - 24 ACRES! Beautifulhome propbasement, open concept ertyeasy zoned for agricultural usefrontage or resifor entertaining, 120 ft. dential. Very close to Windham ammenion protected Sebago Lake Basin. For the discriminating $499,000. ties and St Joseph’s buyer. College. $119,900 MLS:1358148 Text R878310 to 52187 Tufts Text T11878350 to 85377
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One acre lot w/great Big Sebago beach rights. WINDHAM - Spectacular Bed 2.5 Possible mooring, low HOA fees &3 just a short Bath attached 2 car, bed walk Colonial to a big,with beautiful beach in a 4great, septic, in Cul-de-sac of a quiet neighwell established neighborhood. Just minutes borhood Greg from 302$299,999 for an easy commute. $145,000. MLS:1372116 Text R999202 to 52187
Farmhouse worth a look! 3.5 ac, barn, restored WESTBROOK - Beauty and functionalifarmhouse, large basement rooms, living ty!room Thisw/fireplace, updated home thew/woodstove, definition family is room of restored turn key.kitchen With modern w/granitetouches, & SS. 3 open BR up living space $225,000 Tufts out! $279,000. w/bath, hardwood through MLS:1371875 Text R996710 to 52187
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6+ AC privacy, country estate, trails MOOSE - COMPLETE REMODclose by,POND well appointed colonial w/large EL, HUGE W/POST&BEAM, family rm. MASTER Room for everyone. Hot tub, GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, NEW whole house generator, rock walls, fire GARAGE W/POST&BEAM, pit. Just minutes to Freeport,BABBLING $419,900. BROOK RUNNING $274,500 Sherry MLS:1367498 Text R953783 to 52187
200 ft. frontage on Little Sebago, year BUXTON - Let yourw/privacy. pets run on thisSF round lake house 1800 huge, private Enjoy peaceful footprint for lot. house + the 2 car garage. location from the large deck and More possible living space in walkhot out tub. $275,000 Tuftsopportunity. Text T790347 to basement. A great $599,900. 85377 MLS:1366194 Text R947013 to 52187
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LONG LAKE ELEGANCE - Handcrafted log BRIDGTON - Big do come in home w/views, openthings floor plan, decking, small ranch lowerpackages! level for Nicely guests,updated 4 car heated has easy sandy living and low maintenance. garage, swimming. It doesn’t Super convenient. $169,000 Hart Text get any better than this! $1,150,000. T11878361 toText 85377 MLS:1347555 R807713 to 52187
Pristine Sebago Lake property! Like-new WINDHAM Stunning 20 acre home incl. -stone fireplace, open estate concept minutes to Portland or Falmouth.Trout living room, master suite w/gas fireplace pond, pool,potting cottage finished and 9 and heated more. Heated 3 bay garage, fenced gardens. Text basement. 30 min.$595,000 to Portland!Tufts $1,499,999. T11878360 to 85377 MLS:1358508 Text R890314 to 52187
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Westways on Kezar Lake-Endless amenities: GORHAM - Spacious home, charming 40 AC common land, 1300 ft shoreline, rec landscape, private setting with slips, great& hall, deeded water rights, boat docks, views awaiting updating. moorings, sandy some beaches, and FULLLarge TIME living room with $235,000 CARETAKER! 3BR, 2 BA fireplace Saltbox w/screened porch. $580,000. TexttoR1025204 Debi TextMLS:1373314 T11878357 85377 to 52187
4 BR, 2BA home with 300+/- brook N.frontage. YARMOUTH full Close -toCharming town, largehome, open back of &sunlight. Hardwood decknewer off front yard, walk out floors, basement, kitchen, refinished bathroom furnace, newly electrical & on-demand hot water $199,900 Debi TextforT11878355 to heater. Great location Lisbon! $229,000. MLS:1347510 Text R847348 to 52187 85377
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EXPAND YOUR KITCHEN: TRY A SLIDING DOOR Your kitchen is the heart of your home. It’s a place where family and friends gather. It’s also a space where you may seem to need more space, whether you’re making breakfast for the kids or hosting a big dinner party. Using innovative wall-mount door hardware, you can unlock your kitchen’s potential by freeing up the “real estate” traditional swinging doors take up. Due to their unique space-saving possibilities, versatility and aesthetics, wall-mount sliding doors can make your kitchen more open and inviting. A standard hinged door consumes 10-14 square feet of floor space to swing open and shut, putting kitchen space at a premium. Single or converging wall-mount sliding doors allow you to utilize this floor space for kitchen furnishings, storage, extra mingling room for guests and more. They also give kitchens a more spacious look and can enhance your home’s design flow, making it more welcoming and facilitating movement between rooms, which is essential for gatherings and larger families with children. To maximize your kitchen’s footprint and optimize functionality, an option like wallmount door hardware from Johnson Hardware can provide a new world of architectural possibilities for your kitchen, regardless of size or layout. Ideal for wider kitchen entryways, converging wallmount door hardware allows doors to glide smoothly as they open whenever you want a free flow for entertaining, or close for privacy during meal preparation.
Converging doors can add sophistication or create a cozy feel, depending on the hardware configuration and door style you choose. Available with or without fascia in either clear satin or bronze anodized aluminum, the U.S.-made hardware and track exceed ANSI safety standards and can successfully complete 100,000 opening and closing cycles. You can also add your own valance to match the door material and trim. Wall-mounted sliding doors also work well for kitchen pantries and large recessed shelving areas where you want to conceal clutter and ensure clean, streamlined spaces. With Johnson’s array of hardware configurations, you can create personalized looks that integrate the door designs and materials you desire with options for doors up to 125 pounds, which are equipped with wall-mounted jump-proof aluminum box tracks and adjustable door hangers for easy installation, as well as options up to 400 pounds, featuring wall-mounted, heavy-gauge I-beam tracks and smooth-rolling, ball-bearing four-wheel hangers. Installing wall-mount sliding door hardware in your kitchen - and beyond - can be an easy yet high-impact improvement that reduces space constraints while adding warmth, functionality and appeal to your home. So contact your contractor or home remodeler today to have one installed.
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SURPRISING THINGS YOU CAN NEGOTIATE INTO YOUR HOME PRICE WHEN SELLING By Abigail Sawyer
When you’re ready to list your home on the real estate market, you conduct a thorough inspection and fix any problem areas. You make your house look shiny and new by replacing broken items, upgrading light fixtures, floors, cabinets and window treatments, cleaning every inch and staging your home perfectly for your open houses. But aside from listing the typical selling points like square footage, the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, landscaping features and proximity to excellent schools, you can also list extra features to potentially boost the price.
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Here are five things around your home that you can leverage to increase its value: Appliances
Appliances can be tough to move, especially if they’re built into your kitchen or laundry room. Instead of planning to take them with you, include them in the price of your home. A word of caution: Be sure the appliances match, are (relatively) new and look immaculate. If you’re in a pricey neighborhood, buyers want move-in ready homes stocked with higher-end appliances. Spring for expensive brands, and you may be able to get more money for your home when you sell.
Furniture
Light fixtures are usually customized for a space, so it’s better to leave them in your house. To successfully sell them with your home, go for modern fixtures that keep the space well lit. Avoid harsh fluorescent lights and choose LED bulbs instead, which can make a room look brighter while saving energy and heat at the same time. You can put in accent lighting to show off your home’s focal points. Add vanity lighting to the bathrooms and install path lighting along your outdoor areas for more light.
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When you move into your new abode, you’re not going to be taking your window treatments with you. But while you’re in your current home, it’s worth setting aside a few hundred dollars to replace the blinds, shutters and curtains. If you have older aluminum blinds or unattractive curtains, swap them with modern-looking roman or roller shades, or even faux wood shutters and blinds.
SURPRISING THINGS YOU CAN NEGOTIATE INTO YOUR HOME PRICE WHEN SELLING
Some buyers are looking for a truly turnkey home that’s completely furnished, especially in fast-moving cities like Los Angeles and New York City. The furniture they see staged at your open house will help them achieve that, and they’ll likely be willing to pay extra for it. By selling your furniture and decor with your house, you may be able to mark up your home listing by 30 percent.
Light Fixtures
Window Treatments
For a truly modern, convenient touch, install motorized shades that can be opened and closed with the touch of a button. When you’re selling your home, you can include these updated window treatments in your price.
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Many potential buyers have kids or plan on having kids, especially if they’re first-time homebuyers. Even if your own kids have outgrown the swing sets and play areas, consider keeping them in the yard. They have the potential to increase the price of your home and make it a more attractive option for your buyers.
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207-636-2222 20 Emery Mills Road Shapleigh, ME 04076
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DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL or just build your dream home or family compound on this wooded acreage, just two minutes from town! With 13 acres and a seasonal brook, there are endless possibilities for bringing ‘’MOTHER NATURE’’ up close and personal! MLS:1400655
3BR open concept w/1428SF + basement room. Office on 1st, 3BR on 2nd w/1.5BA, on .29 acres fenced in backed yard. Well maintained, beautiful Farmers Porch for those quiet evening’s & privacy too! There is plenty of space for the ever-growing family. MLS:1376957
Royal Barry Wills designed cape on 4+AC, center entrance, large white chimney, 1st floor MBR, living room with fireplace, formal dining room, kitchen with breakfast area, oversized family room with fireplace and wood elevator & more. MLS:1360172
GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY for your own home with fishing and canoeing only a few steps away. With direct access to shared beach, and sited back from the highway, this property offers solitude, privacy and serenity. MLS:1400663
Early 20th century house with lots of updates and upgrades - newer wood floors on first floor, appliance kitchen, new half-bath off the kitchen, oversized dining room, screened porch. Upstairs are three bedrooms and a full bath. Add to this a detached two-car garage with shared driveway and you have the complete package. Easy walk to Main Street for restaurants, shopping and the Nasson Campus and Community Center. Come put your personal touches on this property and make it YOUR home! MLS:1374689
SPECTACULAR SUNSETS, SANDY BEACH & SECLUSION Smashing year round lake home on private lot. Rebuilt in 2002, open concept, huge deck, patio w/bar table, fireplace, fine sandy beach. Covered gazebo, finished basement w/family room, BR & bath/laundry, large loft, back lot! MLS:1370422
Enjoy days on your deck watching the Loons sing their songs on beautiful Balch Lake with 100 feet of water frontage. 30 percent expansion has not been taken, bring your ideas, and start your memories. MLS:1349877
The two-family duplex is in good shape and has a good rental history. , it has had many energy upgrades, good siding, replacement windows, and a good roof, updated heating system. This is a great property if you are looking for a good investment or to be owner-occupied. MLS:1367643
Affordable waterfront in southern Maine! This 3 bedroom year round cottage is located in the channel on Bauneg Beg and includes an extra lot for extra parking. Perfect for fishing and boating! MLS:1369633
Looking for that ideal piece of land to build that dream home this could be it sitting on 29.12 this is land locked. MLS:1368255
MOTIVATED SELLERS! Biddeford: 10 min; Sanford:10 min; Maine Mall:30 min. Open concept living space & 3BR. Wood burning furnace + FHA main source. New 2 car garage + slab. large shed. MLS:1370659
THISTLE-DEW - A jewel of Mousam Lake, w/ captivating views, cottage built in mid-1930s. It oozes charm & character. 3-season porch, multiple decks, detached shed & 3 car garage. 2 lots incl. 133” frontage & more! MLS:1363064
Colonial in Lake Arrowhead Assoc. w/tile floors in the modern kitchen & dining room, stainless appliances, island, partially finished basement & MBR en suite, large bonus room w/door on 1st floor. Private beaches, club houses w/indoor swimming pools. MLS 1372568.
In town home - Heritage of the past w/luxury of the present. 4BR, 2BA home w/brand new heating system. Complete this package with a 2 car garage with opener. MLS:1364871
Nestled in the woods w/shared sandy beach, classic Maine cottage, with knotty pine interior, new 3 pc bath, family room with gas-log stove, and 3BR! Porch, open deck w/o daylight bsmt. Shady Nook Association has play area, tennis courts, stone cook-out & pavilion. MLS:1353840
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