297 S Main St

Winterport, ME 04496

$129,000
Price
5
Beds
1,482 Sq. Ft.
$87 / Sq. Ft.
1,482
Sq. Ft.
$87
per Sq. Ft.
Side View
Side
front
Full Front

Description

A rare opportunity to create your dream property in the heart of downtown Winterport! Nestled near the local school and right beside the beloved Winterport Winery, this 1870, 5 bedrooms farmhouse spans 1,482 Sq. ft. prime location offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and vibrant community energy-all with beautiful views and steps away of the Penobscot River. A canvas for historic renovation. Situated within the Winterport Historic District on Main Street, this home is surrounded by mid-19th-century...A rare opportunity to create your dream property in the heart of downtown Winterport! Nestled near the local school and right beside the beloved Winterport Winery, this 1870, 5 bedrooms farmhouse spans 1,482 Sq. ft. prime location offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and vibrant community energy-all with beautiful views and steps away of the Penobscot River. A canvas for historic renovation. Situated within the Winterport Historic District on Main Street, this home is surrounded by mid-19th-century Greek Revival and Italianate architecture, to the neighborhood. It sits among preserved historic structures, offering a rich sense of place and history. Only 12 miles south of Bangor, the property provides quick access to shopping, dining, and an international airport, perfectly balancing rural tranquility with urban convenience. This house has been partially cleared but requires extensive renovation, presenting a true blank canvas for those with creativity and ambition. Inside safety issues must be addressed (including stairs and basement,with an uncovered well on the back far right of house.) No entry or walking behind the home without permission! Town water and sewer hookups await installation, allowing you to design and modernize your utilities from the ground up. The possibilities for this property are endless. Transform it into a stunning family home, a charming bed and breakfast, a unique vacation rental, or a live-work space steps from the winery and local businesses. With parks, the dragway, and iconic attractions like Fort Knox and the Penobscot Narrows Observatory nearby, you'll enjoy a lively mix of Community and recreation right at your doorstep. Whether you dream of creating a one-of-a-kind residence or an unforgettable guest experience, this property is brimming with potential and possibility. Bring your imagination-and make something truly special in the heart of Winterport.

Property Details for 297 South Main Street

Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyle
Farmhouse
Garage
No
Zoning
VIL
LISTING UPDATED: 07/08/2025 09:12 AM

Property Details for 297 South Main Street

StatusActive
MLS #1628852
Days on Market167
Taxes$2,138 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1870
Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF
CountyWaldo County

Location

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Building Information for 297 South Main Street

Stories-Year Built1870Building Size-Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF

Payment Calculator

$816 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$637

Property Taxes

$178

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 297 South Main Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Water Body Name: Penobscot River
  • Directions: Going Rt 1A toward Belfast, go past Wing Street and Winterport Winery, next house on right.
  • Town: Winterport
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 04496
  • County: Waldo
  • Geo Latitude: 44.633199
  • Geo Longitude: -68.84953
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Tax Lot: 20
  • Site:Rolling/Sloping: Yes
  • Location:Intown: Yes
  • Location:Near Shopping: Yes
  • Location:Neighborhood: Yes
  • Transportation:Major Road Access: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, On Site
  • Attached Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 4955
  • Tax Map Number: U02
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Parcel Number: 297smainstreetwinterport04496
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,138.00
School Information
  • School District: RSU 22
Property
Heating and Cooling
  • Water Heater:Electric: Yes
Lot Information
  • SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1482.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.5
  • Source of Acreage: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1482.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.5
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 21780.0
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Street Number: 297
  • Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Property Information:Deed: All
  • Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
  • Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
  • Property Information:2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
  • Property Information:# Rooms: 10.00
  • Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
  • Property Information:Color: white
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
  • 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: 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:Gravel: 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: 1870
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Unknown
  • Water Source: Well, Private
  • Gas:No Gas: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Clapboard, Wood Frame
  • # Fireplaces: 0
  • Fireplace: No
  • Vehicle Storage:No Vehicle Storage: Yes
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Interior Features
  • Basement: Brick/Mortar, Bulkhead, Exterior Only, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: No Heat System
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
  • Room Total: 10
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 3
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 3.00
  • Cooling YN: No
  • Heating YN: 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: Second
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Second
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Room Level: Second
Room 6
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 7
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Second
Room 8
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 9
  • Room Type: Other Room 2
  • Room Level: Second
Room 10
  • Room Type: Other Room 3
  • Room Level: Second

Property History for 297 South Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1628852

$129,000—
Aug 18, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1517120606

$25,000—
Aug 18, 2023

Sold

Maine Listings #1562886

$25,000—
Jul 27, 2023

Pending

Maine Listings #1562886

—
Jul 27, 2023

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1562886

—
Jun 28, 2023

Price Change

Maine Listings #1562886

$80,000—
Jun 21, 2023

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1562886

$150,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/01/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1628852

$129,000
08/18/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1517120606

$25,000
08/18/2023

Sold

Maine Listings #1562886

$25,000
07/27/2023

Pending

Maine Listings #1562886

—
07/27/2023

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1562886

—
06/28/2023

Price Change

Maine Listings #1562886

$80,000
06/21/2023

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1562886

$150,000

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

Public Records for 297 South Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$30,500Additions$130,300Total$160,800
Tax Record2024$2,139 ($178 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size21,780 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyWALDOAPNWTPT M:U02 L:020

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More information about 297 South Main Street, Winterport, ME 04496

297 South Main Street is a single family home for sale in Winterport, ME 04496. This property was listed for sale on July 1, 2025 by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northeast Real Estate, it's currently listed at $129,000. It has been on the market for a total of 167 days and was last sold on August 18, 2023. Nearby schools include Leroy H Smith School and Samuel L Wagner Middle School. 297 South Main Street is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 1,482 sqft single family home built in 1870.

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