The Real Estate Book of Coastal and Central Maine

Volume 26, Issue 10

COASTAL AND CENTRAL MAINE

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Listing Agent: Kelly Pitman Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northeast Real Estate 207-577-6187 COVER HOME: Woodstock Private, custom, 4BR/2BA, open-concept contemporary on 20AC w/gorgeous views of Mt. Washington. $295,000 See page 15 for more details.

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FREEPORT:This quiet and quaint neighborhood is very desirable, but rarely is there an opportunity to buy or build there. This lovely 1.21 acre lot is a mix of woods and open, level land and ready for your dream home. $185,000.

Text P579580 to 85377.

HARPSWELL: Highly visible 1800s church located in the heart of Orrs Island. In excellent condition after much renovation with handicap accessibility, an updated large kitchen, and gathering space in daylight basement.$240,000.

Text P932689 to 85377.

LISBON: Investment opportunity. 3752 SF, 5-unit building is located on .43 acres.

Features 3-2BR units, 2-1BR units.

Off-street parking. $289,000.

Text P227913 to 85377.

HARPSWELL: Gem in the woods. Cozy 4BR/2BA Cape with ROW to Long Cove.

Interior is complete with sunroom, eat-in kitchen and greenhouse. $296,000.

Text P829839 to 85377.

WOOLWICH:This 3-4 BR,2.5 BA Ranch on 19.33 A. offers cathedral ceiling w/ skylights, heated sunroom, daylight basement w/heated work space,finished workout room & storage space. Open views of rolling fields, brook and woods.$349,000.

Text P168543 to 85377.

TOPSHAM: This house has it all!

Privacy, neighborhood, 5 minutes to Town or highway, wood floors, low heating costs, airto-air exchange, inground pool, tiled bathrooms, storage shed, superior kitchen. $385,000.

Text P150709 to 85377.

BRUNSWICK: Botany Place is a condominium neighborhood located close to downtown & Bowdoin College. Call for more information on this ‘Fernwood’ unit with breezeway which offers many options & customizations. TO BE BUILT.$447,900.

Text P534928 to 85377.

FREEPORT: 6,450 +/- SF building.

Uses include retail, commercial sales, restaurant/carry out.

1.74AC, man-made pond, deck, lots of parking. $549,000.

Text P231179 to 85377.

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HEATED POOL, playhouse & 3 season screened porch provide outdoor bliss. 3 BR, 2.5 BA offers Fam rm w/wood FP, hdwd floors & formal LR. $188,900 Text P653841 to 85377.

YEAR-ROUND 3 BR w/2 BR guest cottage on Brandy Pond. Decks, screened porch & abundance of recreational opportunities. $799,000

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LARGE master ste., custom built cherry cabinets, HW floors, 3 FPs, formal DR w/builtins, full bsmt, private! In-ground pool, 58 + acres. $415,000. Text P748994 to 85377.

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FREE evening sunsets come w/this 4 BR Colonial sitting on 4.53 acres. 9’ ceil, gran counters, oak flrs, gas FP, white-washed kit cabinets. $429,000 Text P615997 to 85377.

ROAMING ranch w/large rooms. Fresh paint, new tile/carpeting, formal LR w/handsome gas FP, 3 BR/2.5 BA & fenced yard. No lack of storage! $179,000 Text P266984 to 85377.

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HOME SITTING ON 2.5 ACRES w/over-sized Master BR w/2 walk-in closets, variety of established gardens. Gorgeous kitchen! Private setting. $225,000 Text P162800 to 85377.

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CLEAN 3-UNIT multi-family is convenient to downtown Auburn with close proximity to shopping, library, hospitals & banks. Several updates. $119,900. Text P694425 to 85377.

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COMMERCIAL/residential Queen Anne bursts w/quality & stately details. Adorned w/ antique hardware, crown/fluted molding & wood carvings. $269,000 Text P721833 to 85377.

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SUNSHINE pours into this home through the abundance of patio doors, over-sized skylights & assorted windows. Architecturally intriguing! $200,000 Text P218361 to 85377.

VINTAGE Colonial with 9 rooms. Wide pine floors, formal/informal rooms, built-ins, unique stoves & FPs. Room for finishing/expansion. $275,000. Text P794194 to 85377.

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AGRICULTURAL ACREAGE situated in one of the nicest rural neighborhoods. Convenient to in-town shopping, hospitals, ski area & golf courses. $50,000 Text P657989 to 85377.

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LOADS OF SQUARE FOOTAGE & outdoor possibilities. Winding wooden staircase walks you through nature’s preserve to the water’s edge. 4 BR’s. $320,000 Text P266110 to 85377.

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ELEVATED LOT offers 600’ of frontage. Land & water can be used for recreational purposes.

Come & see how well this lot harmonizes w/ nature. $40,000 Text P217686 to 85377.

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BUILDING LOT close to all city amenities.

Field & wooded acreage provides a perfect spot for a private country estate. Near Lake Auburn. $180,000. Text P756580 to 85377.

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Field & wooded acreage provides picturesque views of countryside, westerly daily sunsets. $180,000. Text P669235 to 85377.

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104 Pleasant St. • Ste. 3 Brunswick, ME 04011

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BOWDOINHAM 1820’s cape has all it’s original charm along with 2001 addition. Beautiful exposed beams and wide plank floors. Great sunroom off the kitchen. Office area and sleeping loft in the addition. If you love older homes this is one for you. Some TLC is needed in the home and garage/barn. Beautiful 46 acres of field and woods. Close to I-295 but very country. $200,000 Text P474415 to 85377

RICHMOND You won’t find another home like this one! Want near net zero energy costs? This home is it. Unique integration of traditional timber frame, energy conservation, sustainability, accessibility and artisan design. Passive & active solar. 3 Bedroom, 3 bath home. $298,000 Text T683753 to 85377

RICHMOND One of the most attractive homes in Richmond, it has had extensive renovations.

3BR/2BA, built-ins in the mudroom, thoughtfully designed kitchen, front to back living room. Oversized garage and more. Walk to the Richmond waterfront park, Swan Island and all the area has to offer. Easy access to I-295. $240,000 Text P824172 to 85377

Sheldon Ashby, Owner & Designated Broker

(207) 797-0000

sheldon@ashbyrealestatemaine.com

BRUNSWICK Grand 4BR/4BA open concept home. 22’ ceilings, fireplace & hardwood floors. Dreamy island kitchen w/cherry cabinets, granite, walk-in pantry & Viking appliances. Huge master suite beautifully done w/marble, jetted tub, dble vanity, walk-in closet. Easily convert 1st floor office into a bedroom suite. Partially finished basement perfect for entertaining & playing.

Plenty of room for storage. 3 car garage w/extra room for your toys. Quiet & safe Cul-de-sac. MLS 1255013 $625,000 Text P600588 to 85377.

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Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage 207-725-8522 8 2 P l e a s a n t S t r e e t • Brunswick, ME 04011

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Almost 1600sf of recently renovated office space.

Presently used as a dental/professional office.

Zoning permits many uses. Garage for storage and ample parking. Great visibility, handicap accessible. Also available for lease. $219,500 Dave 837-3181 Text P209352 to 85377.

Affordable, spacious and convenient! You can have it all in this 2001 Double-wide on almost an acre. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 livings area and a bike ride to town. $139,500 Cathy 8417631 Text P515160 to 85377.

Bring your boat! To this well planned beautiful bright home on 680 of deep water frontage, 10 depth at dock & 30-40 at both moorings. Just a few easy steps from the house to the dock & youre very close to open ocean plus the herons & otters will be your neighbors! Energy efficient, south facing 3 BR home w/wonderful master suite: Jacuzzi, tile stall shower & a deck for the views from this point of land. Unique stone F/P, cherry floors, Viking gas stove, post & beam garage w/storage & an auto generator. $1,195,000 Mike Feldman 751-3235 Text P935886 to 85377.

A rare opportunity to affordably own a building parcel in Rum Cove subdivision.

This scenic wooded site is perfect for building your dream home as it is very private, borders conservation lands with acres and acres of walking trails and wildlife, and includes shared use of the Association deep-water pier/float on the Sheepscot River. Boat mooring space also available with appropriate municipal permit. $69,000 Cathy 841-7631 Text P711876 to 85377.

3-4 bedroom home in convenient location. All replacement windows, newer siding, furnace, hardwood and ceramic tile floors, granite counter tops plus fully applianced and attic for storage. Move in ready! $189,900 Jean 7981559 Text P278366 to 85377.

This charming New Englander has 3 floors of living space with kitchen, living room, laundry & dining room on 1st floor ~ 2 bedrooms & full bath on 2nd floor ~ 3rd floor has another bedroom & bonus room.

Hardwood floors in most rooms, some carpet & vinyl as well. New pellet stove adds inexpensive heating source. Nice deck w/bench between garage and house & farmers porch wraps around too. Sidewalks takes you to either town or to the river front dog park. It’s a win-win! $175,000 Wende 650-5319 Text P249138 to 85377.

Country Colonial with in-law apartment.

This fabulous home sits on 2.78 acres and boasts beamed ceilings, updated kitchen, wood floors, formal dining, library, built-ins and a finished family room opening to a wonderful private back yard. Tucked on two of the last lots in this small subdivision. Enjoy walking to the area golf course and being only minutes from downtown Bath. (Apartment would also make a wonderful 1st floor master suite.) $369,000 Cathy 841-7631 Text P524392 to 85377.

BOOTHBAY 4-Unit multi-family home on 4 acre.

Great income producing opportunity. Approx 2.1 miles from Boothbay Harbor. $199,900 Terri 8316715. Text P711877 to 85377.

Enjoy magnificent sunrises and expansive water views of the Sheepscot River from your new home! This single level gem offers easy living & open floor plan w/ exceptional kitchen (SS appliances) & large island work area. Kitchen is open to Living Room w/gas fireplace & Dining making this home perfect for entertaining guests. Master bedroom has walk-in closet/separate Master bath. Property has large deck accessed from Sun room and Dining Room, deep-water frontage w/ramp & float & weekly rental history. $399,900 Charles 232-5306 Text P515145 to 85377.

Wonderful Contemporary Ranch. This 3 bedroom, 2 Bath ranch sits on 10 acres of nature. Custom kitchen, cherry floors, cathedral ceilings, master bedroom with fabulous bath, a partially finished walkout basement and an outbuilding with water and power.

These are just a few of the amenities that come with this home. This is not a drive by, you need to come in to appreciate. $265,000 Cathy 841-7631 Text P515163 to 85377.

Beautiful country 8 acre lot. Build or have your modular delivered now. Wooded with small fields, wildflowers and nature. Soil tested surveyed and ready to go. $58,000 Cathy 841-7631 Text P524393 to 85377.

BOWDOINHAM 6-Unit apartment with good financials. Each unit pays heat & electricity. Great parking, walk to amenities. $219,500 Dave 8373181. Text P515141 to 85377.

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YESTERYEAR CHARM What’s not to love with this 1791 Post & Beam offering a brick center chimney that links a fireplace in every room on the main floor.

You’ll love entertaining family and friends with a versatile, spacious floorplan featuring formal & informal space throughout. In addition, it offers MB with en-suite, ample storage, and another bath. Exquisite taste and design for the period is evident with color choices, light fixtures, wood flooring and most Importantly the Modernization of systems has not compromised the original details of the home. DRESDEN $245,000 Text P696215 to 85377.

SAVOR THE BEAUTY Of the Kennebec River with lovely sunset views from nearly every room in the house. Originally built in 1861 as a 1 room schoolhouse until a later transformation to a residence, reflect its friendly spirit. Entertain in uncrowded comfort offering a custom kitchen with granite counters, many special features, traditional dining room, living room provides setting for relaxation. 3 BR, 2 bath, Convenient 1st floor BR. MB on the 2nd floor is adjoined by a luxurious Bath. Brilliant wood floors & tile throughout. Well manicured yard w/ direct access to the water, detached 2 car garage w/ ample storage & whole house generator complete the package. DRESDEN $448,000

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SPACIOUS 3 UNIT IN LEWISTON. Offers 4,414 sq st, huge apartments, carriage house, hardwood, porches, parking & more. ONLY $159,900. LAURA 212.8633

MINOT. 12 ACRES 4 BEDROOMS 3 BATHS, IN GROUND POOL, 3 DECKS, GORGEOUS MASTER SUITE, AUTO GENERATOR, CENTRAL VAC, ETC. $359,000. CALL LAURA 212-8633

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REMODELED 6 unit in Lewiston. Updated electrical & plumbing, coin ops, natural gas heating & on demand hot water. Conveniently located. $180,000. LAURA 212.8633

STOREFRONT / OFFICE SPACE W/ APARTMENT IN BASEMENT. CURRENTLY HAS RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT SUCH AS HOOD AND WALK IN COOLER. $104,900 LAURA 212.8633

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LEWISTON Cape with gorgeous in-law apt, HW, 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, master suite, farmer’s porch, deck, pool, garage & new gas furnace. $199,900 LAURA 212.8633

NICE 2 unit in Lewiston. Features vinyl siding & windows, porches, newer gas furnace, laundry hook ups & more.

ONLY $100,000. LAURA 212.8633

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HARTFORD Newer Chalet that offers privacy and water views. 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 baths, large front deck, 5+ acres, 20 minutes from Auburn. $149,900. Text T11934396 to 85377.

LEWISTON Well maintained & updated ranch in neighborhood on dead-end st! Lg fenced backyard, 2 car garage.

Above ground pool. Basement w/rooms for entertaining, office, etc. $149,900 Text P946807 to 85377.

LEWISTON Spacious, 5 bedroom Cape on almost an acre at end of a dead-end, updated kitchen, hdwd & laminate, new Pellet stove insert & 3+ Tons of pellets. $124,900 Text P194586 to 85377.

LEWISTON Remodeled kit w/SS appls, lg DR open to LR w/FP! Bonus room, enclosed porch. Newer gas water heater, boiler & updated windows. Garage, fenced backyard. $120,000 Text P863414 to 85377.

LEWISTON Well maintained 3 bedroom efficient home has recently had new shingles installed, new water heater, new windows, new flooring. $49,900. Text P592493 to 85377.

AUBURN Rare building lot. Almost 10 Acres of wooded land. Build your single family home, subdivision, develop Apartments, condos or other approved use. $99,900 Text P515169 to 85377.

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Linda Beaulieu 754-3310

Marcel Poulin 576-3676

Pressley Lawrence 577-5459

207-782-8311 • WWW.MASIELLO.COM 155 Center Street Auburn, Maine

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AUBURN Custom built, 16+/-AC, MBR suite, office w/cust built-ins, fully applianced kit w/granite counters & cust oak cabinets, deck w/cust concrete island & water feature. 2 car gar. #1253942 $260,000 CALL RENEE Text P734187 to 85377.

HEBRON 3-4BR/2BA, cherry kitchen, sunroom, first-floor laundry, first-floor BR, family room & office above 2-car garage. $279,500 CALL RENEE. Text P743265 to 85377.

LEWISTON Home in great neighborhood overlooking river. Updated kit w/newer appls, garage. Newer roof shingles, windows, boiler, water heater, & front porch. #1254645 $99,900 CALL RENEE Text P734188 to 85377.

TURNER Open concept 3BR Ranch w/many updates - hdwd floors, appliances, back deck, radon mitigation system, & more. 2 car garage, woodstove, full basement w/ workshop, 1+AC. #1254687 $187,900 CALL LINDA B Text P468665 to 85377.

AUBURN Very well maintained 2-3BR split entry home. 2+AC w/circular driveway, 2 car garage. Updates incl new bath, 2008 boiler, hdwd throughout, screened sunroom & more. #1254764 $169,900 CALL LINDA B Text P229564 to 85377.

LEWISTON 3BR/1BA Cape. Fenced yard, natural gas heat, pellet stove, water filtration sys & radon sys. Upgrades: vinyl windows, renovated bath, garage roof, flooring, 200SF bsmnt fam rm. #1255503 $114,900 CALL LINDA B Text P471294 to 85377.

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LISBON 3BR/1.5BA w/many updates: boiler, insulation, windows, doors, & roof shingles.

'02 addition - 12X12 din room & 12X14 MBR. 2 car garage. Lg deck. Qualifies for RD 100% financing. #1255673 $145,000 CALL PRESSLEY Text P468675 to 85377.

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Sue Dube 240-2613

Gina Letourneau 795-9633

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207-782-8311 • WWW.MASIELLO.COM 155 Center Street Auburn, Maine

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LEWISTON Desirable neighborhood, Dead End St, 4BR, fam rm, sunroom, kit w/island & din area, breezeway, 2 car garage, Major components updated: boiler, siding, windows, garage doors, roof, shingles, & metal roof on sunroom. #1253206 $139,900 CALL LORRAINE Text P218292 to 85377.

AUBURN Well kept ranch w/huge deck, fenced backyard. 2-car garage w/attached shed. Full basement w/pellet stove. Fresh paint, newer roof shingles, nice flooring, Qualifies for RD financing. #1253578 $115,000 CALL LORRAINE Text P218293 to 85377.

LEWISTON 3 bedroom ranch w/finished basement. It offers 2 baths, fireplace in livingroom & finished basement, fenced in backyard, 2 car detached garage. #1248535 $150,000 CALL SUE DUBE Text P588559 to 85377.

WALES Contemporary 2-3BR ranch, Corian countertops, sunroom, deck, master bedroom with bath, 2-car heated garage. #1229729 $249,900 CALL SUE DUBE. Text P764951 to 85377.

LEWISTON Custom built classic 4BR/3BA colonial, well landscaped 0.51 acre. 3000+SF, fully applianced kit w/ custom red birch cabinets, 2 fireplaces in formal LR & FR, wood floors, screened sunporch. #1252771 $235,000 CALL GINA Text P218288 to 85377.

GREENE Owner occupied 3 unit. Owner’s unit w/renovated oak kit w/ss appliances, MBR w/bath, formal dining rm, family rm. Rental units updated, 2BR each. Owner occupied for 59+/- yrs, well maintained. 2.30AC. #1246240 $239,900 CALL GINA Text P468667 to 85377.

RUMFORD 3 Bedroom doublewide on full foundation, 2-car attached garage, enclosed front porch. Garage & basement are insulated. #1215896 $115,000 CALL ANN Text P216773 to 85377.

LISBON Charming 3BR ranch has been tastefully remodeled.

Great starter or retirement home. Barn has the capabilities to be renovated into an in-law apartment. A must see! #1223778 $110,000 CALL PRESSLEY

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WOODSTOCK Set amidst the trees in the Western Maine mountains, this 20-acre, custom-built retreat offers 4 bedrooms with 2 full baths, open concept kitchen/dining/living room with breathtaking views of Mt. Washington and the Mahoosuc Mountain Range. Great for a large family, an artist or writer get-away, a second home or a skier’s private paradise! Book your showing today! $295,000 CALL KELLY 207-577-6187.

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CHESTERVILLE Rustic seasonal cottage on Norcross Pond with 60 feet of water frontage. Sandy beach and open concept. Come enjoy the waterfront with your family.$74,900 Call Kelly 207-577-6187

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MONMOUTH Renovated 3BR/2BA home on 10+/- acres with private backyard. New wiring, roof, heating systems, plumbing, skylight & floors. $115,000 Call Kelly 207-577-6187

Auburn subdivision includes 5 buildable lots, soil tested and surveyed on public paved road, abuts Prospect Hill Golf Course. Call for individual pricing Kelly 207-577-6187

For sale or lease! 7,000+- square foot of general retail space, 135 + paved parking spots, great traffic exposure, just off exit 75 of the turnpike. $395,000 Call Kelly 207-577-6187

BETHEL Ranch, close proximity to Sunday River Ski/Golf + White Mtns, family room, 2 fireplaces, oversized 2+ car garages for a workshop. $159,900 Call Kelly 207-577-6187

COME JOIN OUR FAST-GROWING REAL ESTATE TEAM! CALL KELLY PITMAN 207-577-6187 A member of the franchise system of BHH A ffiliates, LLC

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$69,900 TAYLOR POND

AUBURN 4BR/1 full & (2) 1/2 BA home on Taylor Pond w/new ss appls, new propane FP insert, new sliders to deck off MBR, freshly painted int, 100’ water frontage. $325,000 Call Barbara 207-240-9019

GREAT LOCATION

LEWISTON Two unit offers off street parking,one car garage under,nice yard second floor unit currently unoccupied. Priced to sell. Taxes are with a home stead exemption in place. Call Denis 207-240-2828

WATERFRONT

READFIELD What a way to spend summer! Waterfront on Torsey Lake with 114’ of private shore front, new decks at water’s edge. $200,000 Call Call Kristi 207-577-6408

NEW LISTING

TURNER Custom built Modified Cape on landscaped 4.4AC w/440’ river frontage. Lg deck. Open concept w/cathedral ceilings & wood stove. Custom cabinets in Kit & Baths. $285,000 Call Faith 207-576-4179

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POLAND Exceptional property, well landscaped, 2BR cape style cottage, eat in kit, 2 screen sun porches, LR w/wood stove, furnace, dock, boatslip. $325,000 Call Mary Ann 207-577-2754

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TURNER 4BR, 3-car garage on 4.21 acres overlooking Turner Highlands Golf Course, many custom features, fireplace, newer heating system. $359,000 Call Jeanne 207-240-0865

GREENWOOD Gorgeous mtn views, perennial gardens, barn, 2 bay garage, studio bldg. Incredible home! $200,000 Call Sheila 207-212-7405

NEW LISTING

NEW GLOUCESTER Colonial with good bones new counter tops, with some TLC this home could be a show place. Wonderful yard level great for kids. $200,000 Call Lori 207-577-7620

Lori Hart

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AUBURN Well kept in-town cape, 2 large bedrooms, 2 baths, living room with FP, some hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings, sun porch. $102,500 Call John M 207-754-7847

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