1234 Essex St
$384,000
Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,901 Sq. Ft.
$202 / Sq. Ft.
1,901
Sq. Ft.
$202
per Sq. Ft.
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Description
Welcome home to this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath Cape conveniently tucked back on a private .78-acre lot in Bangor's desirable East Side. The bright kitchen offers a cozy breakfast nook, skylight, and sliders leading to the back deck—perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings. Enjoy hardwood floors in the spacious dining and living rooms, along with a full bath on the first floor for added convenience. Upstairs, the large dormered primary bedroom features an attached office or storage space...Welcome home to this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath Cape conveniently tucked back on a private .78-acre lot in Bangor's desirable East Side. The bright kitchen offers a cozy breakfast nook, skylight, and sliders leading to the back deck—perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings. Enjoy hardwood floors in the spacious dining and living rooms, along with a full bath on the first floor for added convenience. Upstairs, the large dormered primary bedroom features an attached office or storage space with access to attic storage above the garage. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the second level. The refinished basement (2020) adds flexible living space with laminate flooring and a wood stove for cozy Maine winters. Outside, you'll find a wooded backyard with room to play, an outbuilding for extra storage, and a freshly paved driveway leading to a 2-car attached garage. With fresh exterior paint and a fantastic location across from city walking trails—and just minutes to Husson University, shopping, hospitals, and the airport—this home offers comfort, convenience, and charm all in one. Sellers offering concession allowance to assist with interest rates, remodeling or closing! Move-In Ready-Get into your new home to enjoy the Holidays!
- Listed by Renee Hudgens • Realty of Maine
- Listed by Renee Hudgens Kortnie Mullins • Realty of Maine
Property Details for 1234 Essex Street
Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyleCape Cod
Garage Spaces2.00
GarageYes
ZoningLDR
LISTING UPDATED: 12/15/2025 08:03 PM
Property Details for 1234 Essex Street
| Status | Active Under Contract |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1640362 |
| Days on Market | 66 |
| Taxes | $5,793 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1987 |
| Lot Size | 0.78 AC / 33,976 SF |
| County | Penobscot County |
Location
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Building Information for 1234 Essex Street
Stories-Year Built1987Building Size-Lot Size0.78 AC / 33,976 SF
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$2,380 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
Principal and Interest
$1,897
Property Taxes
$483
HOA Dues
$0
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Property Information for 1234 Essex Street
Summary
Location and General Information
- Zip Code: 2608
- Directions: Heading out -Outer Essex before Burleigh Rd. Home will be on the left.
- Town: Bangor
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04401
- County: Penobscot
- Geo Latitude: 44.842404
- Geo Longitude: -68.775998
- Tax Lot: 6A
- Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
- Site:Wooded: Yes
- Location:Near Shopping: Yes
- Location:Rural: Yes
- Transportation:Major Road Access: Yes
Parking
- Parking Features: Storage Above, Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Inside Entrance, Off Street
- Attached Garage: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 11105
- Tax Map Number: R46
- Tax Year: 2024
- Parcel Number: BANG-000046R-000000-000006-A000000
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $5,793.00
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Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Off Heating System: Yes
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 400.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1501.0
- Lot Size Acres: 0.78
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1901.0
- Lot Size Area: 0.78
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 33976.8
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Street Number: 1234
- Property Information:Surveyed: No
- Property Information:Seasonal: No
- Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
- Property Information:Deed: All
- Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
- Property Information:# Rooms: 7.00
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
- Property Information:Color: Blue
- Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:Source of Road Frontage: Public Records
- Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: 1.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: 1.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 2: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Upper: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Upper: .00
Parking
- Driveway:Paved: Yes
Property and Assessments
- Sign on Property: Yes
- Leased Land: No
- Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
- Property Type Label: Residential
- Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1987
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
- Water Source: Well
- Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
- Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
- Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
- Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
- Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
- Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
- Utilities:Utilities On: Yes
- Gas:Bottled: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Clapboard, Wood Frame
- # Fireplaces: 0
- Fireplace: No
- Vehicle Storage:2 Car: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:Auto Door Opener: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:Direct Entry to Living: Yes
- Roof: Shingle
- Vehicle Storage:Storage Above: Yes
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
- Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
Interior Features
- Basement: Interior, Finished, Full, Partial, Sump Pump
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile, Carpet
- Interior Features: Bathtub, Shower, Storage
- Cooling: None
- Heating: Zoned, Wood Stove, Hot Water, Baseboard
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
- Room Total: 7
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.00
- Cooling YN: No
- Heating YN: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop:Formica: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Width: 25.0
- Room Level: First
Room 2
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Length: 15.0
- Room Width: 21.0
- Room Level: First
Room 3
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Length: 11.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Level: First
Room 4
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Width: 19.0
- Room Level: Second
Room 5
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Length: 11.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Level: Second
Room 6
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Length: 9.0
- Room Width: 11.0
- Room Level: Second
Room 7
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Length: 14.0
- Room Width: 24.0
- Room Level: Second
Property History for 1234 Essex Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 15, 2025 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1640362 | — | |
| Oct 6, 2025 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1640362 | $425,000 | — |
| Aug 28, 2007 | Sold Maine Listings #848063 | $215,500 | — |
| Jul 30, 2007 | Pending Maine Listings #848063 | — | |
| Jul 26, 2007 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #848063 | — | |
| May 30, 2007 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #848063 | $228,000 | — |
| Jul 2, 2004 | Sold Maine Listings #701478 | $180,000 | — |
| Apr 22, 2004 | Pending Maine Listings #701478 | — | |
| Apr 22, 2004 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #701478 | — | |
| Apr 19, 2004 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #701478 | $184,900 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2025 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1640362 | — |
| 10/06/2025 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1640362 | $425,000 |
| 08/28/2007 | Sold Maine Listings #848063 | $215,500 |
| 07/30/2007 | Pending Maine Listings #848063 | — |
| 07/26/2007 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #848063 | — |
| 05/30/2007 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #848063 | $228,000 |
| 07/02/2004 | Sold Maine Listings #701478 | $180,000 |
| 04/22/2004 | Pending Maine Listings #701478 | — |
| 04/22/2004 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #701478 | — |
| 04/19/2004 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #701478 | $184,900 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1234 Essex Street
Taxable ValueLand$44,200Additions$268,100Total$312,300
Tax Record2024$5,793 ($483 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,740 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,740 SqFtStories2Lot Size33,977 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1987ZoningLDRCountyPENOBSCOTAPNBANG M:R46 L:006-AFireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 1234 Essex Street
This home is within Bangor Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 3 | |||
| Public - | 4 to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Fruit Street School PublicPK to 3 | ||
Mary Snow School Public4 to 5 | ||
William S. Cohen School Public6 to 8 | ||
Bangor High School Public9 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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