$222,600
Welcome to a truly special piece of Maine heritage: 489 Back Road, a tranquil, pastoral retreat that whispers stories of the past. This historic 5.66 acre parcel sits in idyllic Skowhegan, surrounded by rolling fields, mature trees, and sweeping views — yet has the heart of a deeply rooted legacy.… Read More The property includes a spacious 2,218-square-foot home offering 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, ready to be reimagined. With its solid structure and generous layout, the home is a true canvas of possibilities, inviting you to update, restore, or redesign it to suit your vision. Originally part of the land where a young Abner Coburn was raised, this property holds profound historical significance. Coburn, who went on to become Maine's 30th governor, spent his boyhood here along the Back Road. Whether you are a history enthusiast, nature lover, or someone seeking refuge in the quiet beauty of rural Maine, 489 Back Road stands ready to welcome you into a legacy as timeless as the landscape itself. Read Less
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Listing Snapshot
Days Online
54
Last Updated
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Square Ft.
2,218
Lot Size
5.66 Acres
Year Built
1790
MLS Number
1644109
Additional Details
Property Access
Road Surface Type: "Paved"
Appliances & Equipment
Appliances: "Refrigerator", "Electric Range"
Basement
Basement: "Interior", "Full", "Unfinished"
Building
Architectural Style: "Farmhouse", "New Englander", Building Area Source: Public Records, Building Area Total: 2,218, Construction Materials: "Aluminum Siding", "Wood Frame", Year Built: 1790
Cooling
Cooling: "None"
Fireplaces
Building includes fireplace, 2 total fireplaces
Floors
Flooring: "Wood", "Vinyl", "Carpet"
Foundation
Foundation Details: "Granite", "Brick/Mortar"
Heating
Heating: "Wood Stove", "Hot Water", Heating Included
Interior Features
Features: "Attic", "Bathtub", "Storage"
Lot
Features: "Rolling/Sloping", "Rural", 5.66 acres, Area: 5.66, 246,550 square feet
Parking
Features: "5 - 10 Spaces", "Gravel"
Property
Other Structures: "Shed(s)", Parcel Number: SKOW-000013-000000-000012-000005, Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence, Zoning: NONE
Roof
Roof: "Shingle"
Sewer
Sewer: "Septic Tank", "Private Sewer"
Taxes
Annual Amount: $2,810, Tax Lot: 12-5
Utilities
Electric: "Fuses", Water Source: "Well", "Private"
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