297 S S. Main Street, Winterport, ME 04496

$129,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 1,482 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 21,780 Status: Active
Current Price: $129,000 List Date: 7/01/2025 Last Modified: 7/08/2025

Description

A rare opportunity to create your dream property in the heart of downtown Winterport! Nestled near the local school and right beside the beloved Winterport Winery, this 1870, 5 bedrooms farmhouse spans 1,482 Sq. ft. prime location offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and vibrant community energy-all with beautiful views and steps away of the Penobscot River. A canvas for historic renovation. Situated within the Winterport Historic District on Main Street, this home is surrounded by mid-19th-century Greek Revival and Italianate architecture, to the neighborhood. It sits among preserved historic structures, offering a rich sense of place and history. Only 12 miles south of Bangor, the property provides quick access to shopping, dining, and an international airport, perfectly balancing rural tranquility with urban convenience. This house has been partially cleared but requires extensive renovation, presenting a true blank canvas for those with creativity and ambition. Inside safety issues must be addressed (including stairs and basement,with an uncovered well on the back far right of house.) NO ENTRY OR WALKING BEHIND THE HOME WITHOUT PERMISSION! Town water and sewer hookups await installation, allowing you to design and modernize your utilities from the ground up. The possibilities for this property are endless. Transform it into a stunning family home, a charming bed and breakfast, a unique vacation rental, or a live-work space steps from the winery and local businesses. With parks, the dragway, and iconic attractions like Fort Knox and the Penobscot Narrows Observatory nearby, you'll enjoy a lively mix of Community and recreation right at your doorstep. Whether you dream of creating a one-of-a-kind residence or an unforgettable guest experience, this property is brimming with potential and possibility. Bring your imagination-and make something truly special in the heart of Winterport.

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More Information MLS# 1628852

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #: 297 Pre Direction: S Street Name: S. Main Street Type: Street County: Waldo Town: Winterport State/Province: ME Zip Code: 04496 Leased Land: No Book: 4955 Page: 59 Map: U02 Lot: 20 Zoning: VIL Zoning Overlay: No Association: No School District: RSU 22 Full Tax Amount $: 2138 Tax Year: 2024 Tree Growth Y/N: No Geo Lat: 44.633199 Geo Lon: -68.84953

Contract Information

Status: Active Original List Price: 129000 List Price: $129,000 Current Price: $129,000

Property Information

Surveyed: Unknown Seasonal: No Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty Deed: All Deed Restrictions: Unknown Bank Owned REO: No 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No # Rooms: 10 # Bedrooms: 5 Total Full Baths: 3 Total Baths: 3 Furniture: Unfurnished Color: white Year Built: 1870 SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1482 SqFt Finished Total: 1482 SqFt Source: Public Records Garage: No Lot Size Acres +/-: 0.5 Source of Acreage: Public Records

Water Info

Water Frontage: No Water View: Yes Water Body Name: Penobscot River

Property Features

Site: Rolling/Sloping Location: Intown; Near Shopping; Neighborhood Roads: Gravel; Private Road Transportation: Major Road Access Water Body Type: River Style: Farmhouse Construction: Wood Frame Basement: Brick/Mortar; Slab; Unfinished Basement Entry: Bulkhead; Exterior Only Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete Roof: Pitched; Shingle Exterior: Clapboard Heat System: No Heat System Heat Fuel: No Heat Fuel Water Heater: Electric Cooling: None Floors: Wood Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom; Attic Driveway: Gravel Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces; On Site Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage Electric: Circuit Breakers Gas: No Gas Sewer: Private Sewer; Unknown Water: Private; Well

Room Information

Bedroom 1 Level: First Bedroom 2 Level: First Bedroom 3 Level: Second Bedroom 4 Level: Second Bedroom 5 Level: Second Dining Room Level: First Living Room Level: Second Other Room Level: First Other Room 2 Level: Second Other Room 3 Level: Second
Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northeast Real Estate
Last Updated: July - 08 - 2025
297 S S. Main Street, Winterport, ME 04496- MLS# 1628852
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