818 Forest Avenue, Orono, ME 04473

$560,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,079 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 744,876 Status: Closed
Current Price: $560,000 List Date: 10/01/2025 Last Modified: 2/25/2026

Description

Welcome to an exceptional property that perfectly blends modern comfort with natural beauty. This updated contemporary ranch sits on 17 acres, creating a private oasis just minutes from both Bangor and Orono. Step onto the welcoming porch and into an open-concept living space that seamlessly connects the living room, dining area, and kitchen with a center island—ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The first-floor primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a spacious dressing room, double vanity bath, and picture windows with stunning backyard views that bring the outdoors in. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms with generous closets, a full bathroom with jacuzzi tub and makeup table, and a cozy sitting area—perfect for family or guests. The finished basement expands the living space with a warm wood stove, another bathroom, and a workshop with walkout access. Thoughtful details throughout include a magnetic wall for showcasing photos, a half bath and laundry room between the garage and living area, and a utility tub that doubles as a pet bath. Practical spaces abound with a 2-car attached garage plus a detached 2-car garage for extra storage or hobbies. Outside, a concrete path winds towards the woods, inviting you to explore your own private sanctuary. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the easy access to Bangor City Forest trails and nearby Pushaw Lake, where fishing, boating, and recreation await.

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More Information MLS# 1638500

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #: 818 Street Name: Forest Street Type: Avenue County: Penobscot Town: Orono State/Province: ME Zip Code: 04473 Zip +4: 3005 Leased Land: No Book: 14559 Page: 149 Map: 14 Lot: 40 Zoning: Residential Zoning Overlay: Yes Association: No Full Tax Amount $: 7532 Tax Year: 2025 Tree Growth Y/N: No Geo Lat: 44.88608 Geo Lon: -68.785337

Contract Information

Status: Closed Original List Price: 599900 Sold Price: $560,000 Current Price: $560,000

Property Information

Surveyed: Unknown Seasonal: No Deed: All # Rooms: 10 # Bedrooms: 4 # Fireplaces: 1 Total Full Baths: 3 Total Half Baths: 1 Total Baths: 4 Year Built: 2001 SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2272 SqFt Finished Below Grade: 807 SqFt Finished Total: 3079 SqFt Source: Public Records Garage: Yes Garage Spaces: 4 Lot Size Acres +/-: 17.1 Source of Acreage: Public Records Road Frontage: Yes Road Frontage +/-: 369 Source of Road Frontage: Public Records

Status Change Info

Pending Date: 2025-12-07 Closed Date: 2026-02-24 Closed Price: 560000

Water Info

Water Frontage: No Water View: No

Vehicle Storage

Attached: 1

Sold Info

Appraiser Email Address: Ken@maineval.com

Property Features

Site: Level; Open; Pasture/Field; Rolling/Sloping; Wooded Location: Near Town; Rural Roads: Paved; Public Recreational Water: Lake/Fresh Water; Nearby View: Fields; Trees/Woods Kitchen Countertop: Granite Style: Contemporary; Ranch Construction: Wood Frame Basement: Finished; Full; Walk-Out Access Basement Entry: Interior Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete Roof: Shingle Exterior: Vinyl Siding Heat System: Baseboard; Heat Pump; Hot Water; Wood Stove; Zoned Heat Fuel: Oil; Wood Water Heater: Off Heating System Cooling: Heat Pump Floors: Carpet; Tile; Wood Window Features: Double Pane Windows Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom; 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath; Bathtub; Laundry - 1st Floor; Primary Bedroom w/Bath; Shower; Walk-in Closets Patio and Porch Features: Deck; Porch Equipment: Generator; Internet Access Available Driveway: Paved Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces; Off Street Vehicle Storage: 4+ Car; Auto Door Opener; Detached; Direct Entry to Living Other Structures: Shed(s) Restrictions: No Restrictions Electric: Circuit Breakers Gas: Bottled Sewer: Private Sewer; Septic Design Available; Septic Tank Water: Private; Well

Room Information

Living Room Level: First Dining Room Level: First Kitchen Level: First Primary Bedroom Level: First Laundry Level: First Bedroom 2 Level: Second Bedroom 3 Level: Second Bedroom 4 Level: Second Den Level: Second Family Room Level: Basement
Listing Office: Realty of Maine
Last Updated: February - 25 - 2026
818 Forest Avenue, Orono, ME 04473- MLS# 1638500
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