Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,690 sqft
159 Federal St, Wiscasset, ME 04578
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.44 acresLot Size
1950Year Built
$266/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to 159 Federal Street! This turnkey-ready Cape has overwhelming charm and appeal. Ideally located in the village yet tucked away from the hustle and bustle. With numerous updates, including new kitchen, flooring and garage door. The beautiful backyard provides plenty of space for gardening and entertaining, and the screened sun porch is a bonus! First-floor bedroom with full bath and laundry allow for single-level living. Don't miss out on this hidden gem!Welcome to 159 Federal Street! This turnkey-ready Cape has overwhelming charm and appeal. Ideally located in the village yet tucked away from the hustle and bustle. With numerous updates, including new kitchen, flooring and garage door. The beautiful backyard provides plenty of space for gardening and entertaining, and the screened sun porch is a bonus! First-floor bedroom with full bath and laundry allow for single-level living. Don't miss out on this hidden gem!
  • Listed by: Sharon Dunbar 207.380.7931 Sherri@DunhamRealty.com • Tim Dunham Realty
Listing closed: 03/27/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1609468

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$450,000

Avg days on market

28

Sale-to-list ratio

102.3%

Wiscasset, ME

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Location

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Property Information for 159 Federal Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,030 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • View: Scenic
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: Village
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Lot Size: 0.44 AC / 19,166 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: No
  • Location: Intown, Near Shopping
  • Page: 22
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Latitude: 44.012848
  • Longitude: -$69.66
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: WISC-000003-000000-000019U
  • Tax Lot: 19
  • Tax Book Number: 5726
  • Tax Map Number: U-3
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,030.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Inside Entrance
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
  • Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Attached, Auto Door Opener, Direct Entry to Living
  • Has Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Has Garage: Yes
School Information
  • High School District: Wiscasset Public Schools
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Open, Level, Intown, Near Shopping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.44
  • Lot Size Area: 0.44
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 19166.4
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: false
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage: true
  • Road Frontage: 117.0
  • Source of Road Frontage: Deed
  • Site: Level, Open
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1690.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1690.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1950
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Color: White
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $292.90
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Oil, Wood
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Bottled
  • Recreational Water: Nearby
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Off Heating System, Separate Booster
  • Utilities On: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Laundry - 1st Floor
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Equipment: Internet Access Available, Central Vacuum, Cable
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Central Vacuum, Cable
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Basement: Interior, Bulkhead, Full
  • Basement: Bulkhead, Full
  • Basement Entry: Bulkhead, Interior
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Screened
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Hot Water, Baseboard
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Length: 13.9
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second
  • Primary Bedroom Width: 15.5
  • Primary Bedroom Amenities: Walk-in Closet
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Length: 12.9
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Bedroom 1 Width: 12.9
  • Bedroom 1 Amenities: Closet
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Length: 13.3
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Width: 15.5
  • Bedroom Amenities 3: Closet
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Length: 13.3
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 9.4
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 24.5
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 12.0
  • Kitchen Amenities: Eat-in Kitchen
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Length: 13.2
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Width: 15.9
  • Living Room Amenities: Wood Burning Fireplace
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 159 Federal Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 27, 2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1609468

$450,000—
Jan 10, 2025

Pending

Maine Listings #1609468

—
Nov 15, 2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1609468

$495,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/27/2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1609468

$450,000
01/10/2025

Pending

Maine Listings #1609468

—
11/15/2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1609468

$495,000

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

Public Records for 159 Federal Street

Taxable ValueLand$187,200Additions$196,900Total$384,100
Tax Record2025$5,251 ($438 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,691 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,691 SqFtStories2Lot Size19,166 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950Year Renovated1990ZoningRURALCountyLINCOLNAPNWISC M:U03 L:019

Schools near 159 Federal Street

This home is within Wiscasset Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Private - K to 8
Private - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Wiscasset Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Wiscasset Middle/High School
Public6 to 12

Center For Teaching & Learning
PrivateK to 8

Wiscasset Christian Academy
PrivateK 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 159 Federal Street, Wiscasset, ME 04578
$450,000
3
1,690
19,166
–
3
2
1,456
26,572
–
–
–
–
10,019
–
3
2
1,638
89,734
$170,000
3
1,234
40,510
$380,000
4
2,264
99,752

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