1000 Grindstone Rd

Medway, ME 04460

$300,000
Price
2,742,973 / 62.97
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Description

Discover a rare opportunity at 1000 Grindstone Road in Grindstone, Maine--62± acres with approximately 7,000 feet of frontage on the legendary East Branch Penobscot River, including your own 11± acre private island. With more than a mile of cold, clear, free-flowing river and nearly 6,800± feet of road frontage, this property represents a truly scarce North Woods holding with exceptional recreational, conservation, and legacy value. Located in Grindstone (AKA T1R7 WELS), an unorganized township with...Discover a rare opportunity at 1000 Grindstone Road in Grindstone, Maine--62± acres with approximately 7,000 feet of frontage on the legendary East Branch Penobscot River, including your own 11± acre private island. With more than a mile of cold, clear, free-flowing river and nearly 6,800± feet of road frontage, this property represents a truly scarce North Woods holding with exceptional recreational, conservation, and legacy value. Located in Grindstone (AKA T1R7 WELS), an unorganized township with minimal population, the setting delivers authentic wilderness character while remaining accessible. East Millinocket is approximately 6 miles away for groceries and daily services, Millinocket and its regional hospital are about 15 miles, Bangor is roughly 66 miles (about one hour), Portland is under three hours, and Boston is within a half-day drive. Electricity is available roadside, offering practical development potential without sacrificing the remote feel buyers seek in northern Maine land. The land features gently rolling elevations from approximately 250 to 270 feet above sea level, with soils identified as Colton and Redhook gravelly and sandy loams--well-suited for forestry, agricultural, recreation, and potential building sites. The expansive river frontage includes gravel bars, sweeping bends, and forested ridgelines that define the classic Maine North Woods landscape. The included 11± acre island is an exceptionally rare feature in today's market--true private island ownership on a free-flowing North Woods river is nearly impossible to replicate. It provides unmatched seclusion, creating a once-in-a-generation opportunity to establish a legacy retreat, conservation holding, or exclusive recreational uses defined by water on all sides. The East Branch is woven into Maine's logging and sporting history and is now prized for its wilderness fisheries and paddling.
  1. Listed by Philip McPhail II • United Country Lifestyle Properties of Maine • 207-794-6164
  2. Listed by Carmen McPhail • United Country Lifestyle Properties of Maine

Property Details for 1000 Grindstone Road

Waterfront
Yes
Zoning
P-SL 1&2, P-FP, M-GN
LISTING UPDATED: 03/03/2026 10:35 AM

Property Details for 1000 Grindstone Road

StatusActive
MLS #1652803
Days on Market24
Taxes$513 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand
Year Built-
Lot Size62.97 AC
CountyPenobscot County
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Lot Size62.97 AC

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Property Information for 1000 Grindstone Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: East Branch Penobscot River
  • Directions: Front the intersection of Rte 157 & Rte 11 in Medway, turn north on Rte 11. Drive 4.1± miles to property.
  • Town: Grindstone Twp
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 04460
  • County: Penobscot
  • Geo Latitude: 45.673526
  • Geo Longitude: -68.567948
  • Tax Lot: 4,4.1,6
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Pasture/Field: Yes
  • Site:Wooded: Yes
  • Location:Rural: Yes
  • Water Info:Waterfront Amount +: 7,000.00
  • Water Info:Water Frontage Owned: 7,000.00
  • Water Info:Water Frontage Shared: .00
  • Source of Water Frontage:Other: Yes
  • Source of Water Frontage:Waterfront Other Source: Estimated from public record
Parking
  • Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel, On Site
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 15756
  • Tax Map Number: 1
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Parcel Number: 1000grindstoneroadgrindstonemaine04460
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $513.00
  • Restrictions:No Restrictions: Yes
School Information
  • School District: Medway Public Schools
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Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 62.97
  • Source of Acreage: Public Records
  • Lot Size Area: 62.97
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 2742973.2
  • Street Number: 1000
  • Property Information:Surveyed: No
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
  • Property Information:Deed Type Offered: Quit Claim w/Covenant
  • Property Information:Deed: Partial
  • Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
  • Property Information:Mobile Homes Allowed: Yes
  • Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
  • Property Information:Source of Road Frontage: Other
  • Property Information:Road Front Other Source: Estimated from tax map
Parking
  • Driveway:Gravel: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Land
  • Property Type Label: Land
Utilities
  • Electric: On Site
  • Sewer: Septic Needed
  • Water Source: Well Needed on Site
  • Gas:No Gas: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 0
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): .00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): .00

Property History for 1000 Grindstone Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1652803

$300,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/19/2026

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1652803

$300,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

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More information about 1000 Grindstone Road, Medway, ME 04460

1000 Grindstone Road is a 62.97 ac of land for sale in Medway, ME 04460. This property was listed for sale on February 19, 2026 by United Country Lifestyle Properties of Maine, it's currently listed at $300,000. 1000 Grindstone Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 62.97 ac of land on a 2,742,973 sq. ft. / 62.97 acres lot.

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