255 Bates St
Description
Charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch built in 1960, offering comfortable one-level living in a beautiful natural setting. This well-maintained home features a convenient one-car attached garage with direct entry into a welcoming breezeway, perfect for added storage and everyday ease. First-floor laundry adds to the home's practical layout. The spacious eat-in kitchen flows seamlessly into a large living room, creating an open-concept feel ideal for gatherings and entertaining. A cozy wood stove serves...Charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch built in 1960, offering comfortable one-level living in a beautiful natural setting. This well-maintained home features a convenient one-car attached garage with direct entry into a welcoming breezeway, perfect for added storage and everyday ease. First-floor laundry adds to the home's practical layout. The spacious eat-in kitchen flows seamlessly into a large living room, creating an open-concept feel ideal for gatherings and entertaining. A cozy wood stove serves as a charming focal point, providing warmth and ambiance during Maine's cooler seasons. All appliances are included, making this home truly move-in ready. Situated on a 0.06-acre lot, the property offers a peaceful backyard retreat complete with a small brook and mature landscaping. The wooded backdrop provides privacy and a serene atmosphere to enjoy nature right at home. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the location, just a short drive to Baxter State Park, home to Mount Katahdin, as well as numerous local lakes and recreational trails. Whether you enjoy hiking, fishing, snowmobiling, or simply taking in Maine's natural beauty, this property offers easy access to it all. Don't miss this opportunity to own a comfortable home in a prime location for year-round recreation and relaxation.
- Listed by Lena Fiske • United Country Lifestyle Properties of Maine • 207-794-6164
Property Details for 255 Bates Street
Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyleRanch
Garage Spaces1.00
GarageYes
ZoningResidential
LISTING UPDATED: 02/25/2026 12:34 PM
Property Details for 255 Bates Street
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1652729 |
| Days on Market | 23 |
| Taxes | $1,826 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1960 |
| Lot Size | 0.06 AC / 2,613 SF |
| County | Penobscot County |
Location
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Building Information for 255 Bates Street
Stories-Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,613 SF
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$759 per month
30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest
Principal and Interest
$607
Property Taxes
$152
HOA Dues
$0
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1Property Information for 255 Bates Street
Summary
Location and General Information
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Water Body Name: Little Smith Brook
- Zip Code: 1701
- Directions: From Katahdin Ave. bear left onto Bates St. Home is on the right. Sign is up.
- Town: Millinocket
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04462
- County: Penobscot
- Geo Latitude: 45.667432
- Geo Longitude: -68.719341
- Tax Lot: 049
- Site:Level: Yes
- Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
- Location:Intown: Yes
- Location:Near Shopping: Yes
- Location:Neighborhood: Yes
- Recreational Water:Lake/Fresh Water: Yes
- Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
- Recreational Water:Public: Yes
Parking
- Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Inside Entrance
- Attached Garage: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 16196
- Tax Map Number: U01
- Tax Year: 2025
- Parcel Number: MLNK-000001-000000-000049U
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $1,826.20
- Restrictions:Other Restrictions: Yes
School Information
- School District: Millinocket Public Schools
Property
Green Features
- Energy Efficiency:Ceiling Fans: Yes
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Off Heating System: Yes
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1017.0
- Lot Size Acres: 0.06
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1017.0
- Lot Size Area: 0.06
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 2613.6
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Bathrooms Full: 1
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Street Number: 255
- Property Information:Surveyed: Yes
- Property Information:Seasonal: No
- Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
- Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
- Property Information:Deed: All
- Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Yes
- Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
- Property Information:2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
- Property Information:# Rooms: 6.00
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
- Property Information:Color: Yellow
- Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:Source of Road Frontage: Deed
- 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: .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: 1960
Utilities
- Electric: On Site, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
- Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
- Gas:Bottled: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- # Fireplaces: 0
- Fireplace: No
- Vehicle Storage:1 Car: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:Auto Door Opener: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:Direct Entry to Living: Yes
- Roof: Pitched, Shingle
- Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
Interior Features
- Basement: Interior, Full, Sump Pump, Doghouse, Unfinished
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Laminate, Carpet
- Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, One-Floor Living, Shower, Storage
- Cooling: None
- Heating: Hot Water, Baseboard
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level, Washer Hookup
- Room Total: 6
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 1
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.00
- Cooling YN: No
- Heating YN: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop:Formica: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Level: First
Room 2
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: First
Room 3
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: First
Room 4
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: First
Room 5
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: First
Room 6
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: First
Property History for 255 Bates Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 25, 2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1652729 | $125,000 | — |
| Sep 15, 2021 | Sold Maine Listings #1495563 | $110,000 | — |
| Jul 20, 2021 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1495563 | — | |
| Jun 8, 2021 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1495563 | $110,000 | — |
| Feb 28, 2007 | Sold Maine Listings #812616 | $46,000 | — |
| Jan 26, 2007 | Pending Maine Listings #812616 | — | |
| Jan 25, 2007 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #812616 | — | |
| Aug 18, 2006 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #812616 | $55,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1652729 | $125,000 |
| 09/15/2021 | Sold Maine Listings #1495563 | $110,000 |
| 07/20/2021 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1495563 | — |
| 06/08/2021 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1495563 | $110,000 |
| 02/28/2007 | Sold Maine Listings #812616 | $46,000 |
| 01/26/2007 | Pending Maine Listings #812616 | — |
| 01/25/2007 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #812616 | — |
| 08/18/2006 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #812616 | $55,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 255 Bates Street
Taxable ValueLand$3,400Additions$76,000Total$79,400
Tax Record2025$1,826 ($152 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size2,614 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningNCCountyPENOBSCOTAPNMLNK M:U01 L:049
Schools near 255 Bates Street
This home is within Millinocket Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Granite Street School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Stearns High School Public6 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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