297 Main St
$439,000
Price
—
Beds
—
Baths
24,000 Sq. Ft.
$18 / Sq. Ft.
24,000
Sq. Ft.
$18
per Sq. Ft.
Active Under Contract
Active Under Contract
Description
This expansive commercial property sits prominently on Main Street in the heart of downtown Calais, extending all the way through to the next street — a rare and valuable footprint in the city center. With its commanding presence, generous square footage, and flexible layout, this building presents a one-of-a-kind opportunity for investors, developers, or business owners seeking visibility and growth. The property features two large street-level storefronts, each with its own entrance and oversized...This expansive commercial property sits prominently on Main Street in the heart of downtown Calais, extending all the way through to the next street — a rare and valuable footprint in the city center. With its commanding presence, generous square footage, and flexible layout, this building presents a one-of-a-kind opportunity for investors, developers, or business owners seeking visibility and growth. The property features two large street-level storefronts, each with its own entrance and oversized display windows capturing attention of steady pedestrian and vehicle traffic. One space is rented by a well known resale shop and both remain perfectly suited for a wide variety of retail, dining, or service-oriented businesses. On the second floor, remnants of the building's history remain — former offices with touches of historic character that could be reimagined into modern workspace or boutique-style professional suites. Behind the Main Street frontage, additional space unfolds, providing more room for expansion, storage, or adaptive reuse. These spaces once housed a well-known restaurant and a popular fitness studio, and they remain perfectly suited for a wide variety of retail, dining, or service-oriented businesses. A standout feature of this property is its connection to the city-owned parking lot at the rear, offering easy access for tenants and customers — a true advantage in the downtown market. Above the rear commercial section, an unfinished upper level awaits a visionary touch. With the right plan, this expansive area could be transformed into multiple apartments. The broad square footage, and flexible layout create the perfect canvas for a mixed-use redevelopment under one roof. Whether your vision is to revitalize the commercial storefronts, restore the second-floor character, or unlock the potential of residential living space above, this property offers the scale, location, and history to make it an anchor in the ongoing renewal of downtown Calais.
Property Details for 297 Main Street
Waterfront
No
ZoningCommercial
LISTING UPDATED: 11/22/2025 04:12 PM
Property Details for 297 Main Street
| Status | Active Under Contract |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1634609 |
| Days on Market | 97 |
| Taxes | $7,521 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Mixed Use |
| MLS Type | Commercial / Mixed Use |
| Year Built | 1900 |
| Lot Size | 0.42 AC / 18,295 SF |
| County | Washington County |
Location
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Building Information for 297 Main Street
Stories2Residences-Year Built1900Lot Size0.42 AC / 18,295 SF
Payment Calculator
$2,796 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
Principal and Interest
$2,169
Property Taxes
$627
HOA Dues
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Property Information for 297 Main Street
Summary
Location and General Information
- Zip Code: 1800
- Town: Calais
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04619
- County: Washington
- Geo Latitude: 45.188698
- Geo Longitude: -67.279412
- Tax Lot: 004
- Location:Historic District: Yes
- Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
- Recreational Water:River/Brook/Stream: Yes
Parking
- Parking Features: Other, On Street
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 2740
- Tax Block: 006
- Tax Map Number: 006
- Tax Year: 2024
- Parcel Number: CALA-000006-000006-000004
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $7,521.00
Property
Lot Information
- Lot Size Acres: 0.42
- Building Area Total: 24000.0
- Lot Size Area: 0.42
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 18295.2
- Street Number: 297
- Property Information:Surveyed: No
- Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim
- Property Information:Deed: All
- Property Information:Year Renovated +/-: 1,996.00
- Property Information:Total # Floors: 2.00
Property and Assessments
- Sign on Property: Yes
- Leased Land: No
- Property Type: Commercial
- Property Type Label: Commercial
- Property Sub-Type: Mixed Use
- Year Built: 1900
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Gas:Bottled: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Clapboard, Steel Frame, Wood Frame
- Roof: Flat, Membrane, Shingle
Interior Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet
- Cooling: None
- Heating: Direct Vent Heater
- Foundation Details: Granite
- # Floors: 2
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 0
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): .00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): .00
- Cooling YN: No
- Heating YN: Yes
Property History for 297 Main Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2025 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1634609 | — | |
| Aug 15, 2025 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1634609 | $439,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/11/2025 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1634609 | — |
| 08/15/2025 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1634609 | $439,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 297 Main Street
Taxable ValueLand$62,400Additions$439,000Total$501,400
Tax Record2024$7,521 ($627 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size18,295 SqFtCountyWASHINGTONAPNCALA M:006 B:006 L:004
Schools near 297 Main Street
This home is within Calais Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 6 | |||
| Public - | 7 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Calais Elementary School PublicPK to 6 | ||
Calais Middle/High School Public7 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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