473 S Main St
Description
Charming 1900s-era Cape located on the south side of Brewer, just minutes from the waterfront and all that the Bangor-Brewer ''Queen City'' area has to lend. This three-bedroom, two-bath home blends classic character with flexible living space. Inside, you will find hardwood floors throughout the first level, a beautiful period staircase with original banister, and vintage details including preserved wallpaper that reflect the home's historic charm. The layout has a large eat-in kitchen lots of cabinets...Charming 1900s-era Cape located on the south side of Brewer, just minutes from the waterfront and all that the Bangor-Brewer ''Queen City'' area has to lend. This three-bedroom, two-bath home blends classic character with flexible living space. Inside, you will find hardwood floors throughout the first level, a beautiful period staircase with original banister, and vintage details including preserved wallpaper that reflect the home's historic charm. The layout has a large eat-in kitchen lots of cabinets and counter space, in addition to a formal dining room, and the option for one or two living areas. A first-floor office provides additional versatility. Upstairs features three bedrooms, a second-floor Juliet balcony, and two additional rooms ready to be finished to suit your needs. Sealed fireplaces on both levels continue to showcase the home's timeless appeal. Enjoy the outdoors in the fenced-in courtyard--ideal for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing--along with established iris gardens for those with a green thumb. A three-season porch adds even more functional space. The property also includes a spacious 2.5-bay garage with a workshop area, offering ample storage and workspace. This home provides a wonderful opportunity to personalize while preserving its original character in a desirable Brewer location.
- Listed by Ashlee Moody • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northeast Real Estate
- Listed by Rosa Collins • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northeast Real Estate
Property Details for 473 South Main Street
Waterfront
No
Waterfront FeaturesRiver/Brook/Stream
ArchitecturalStyleNew Englander
Garage Spaces2.00
GarageYes
ZoningCB
LISTING UPDATED: 06/19/2026 02:52 PM
Property Details for 473 South Main Street
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1668071 |
| Days on Market | 3 |
| Taxes | $3,978 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1848 |
| Lot Size | 0.24 AC / 10,454 SF |
| County | Penobscot County |
Location
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Building Information for 473 South Main Street
Stories-Year Built1848Building Size-Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,454 SF
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$1,777 per month
30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest
Principal and Interest
$1,445
Property Taxes
$332
HOA Dues
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1Property Information for 473 South Main Street
Summary
Location and General Information
- Zip Code: 2428
- Directions: From Brewer, travel on South Main Street/Route 9 toward Eddington. Continue approximately 4.7 miles from downtown Brewer; 473 South Main Street will be on the right-hand side. Look for the sign.
- Town: Brewer
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04412
- County: Penobscot
- Geo Latitude: 44.774111
- Geo Longitude: -68.779977
- Tax Lot: 30
- Site:Sidewalks: Yes
- Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
- Location:Intown: Yes
- Location:Near Shopping: Yes
- Location:Near Town: Yes
- Transportation:Major Road Access: Yes
- Transportation:Near Airport: Yes
- Transportation:Public Transport Access: Yes
- Recreational Water:River/Brook/Stream: Yes
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Water View2: No
- Tree Growth YN2: false
Parking
- Parking Features: Concrete, 1 - 4 Spaces, Off Street
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, Off Street
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 7804
- Tax Map Number: 25
- Tax Year: 2025
- Parcel Number: BRER-000025-000000-000030
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $3,978.00
Property
Green Features
- HERS Certified: No
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Electric: Yes
- Heat Fuel: Oil
- Heat System: Forced Air
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 1152.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2455.0
- Lot Size Acres: 0.24
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 3607.0
- Lot Size Area: 0.24
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 10454.4
- Bedrooms Total: 5
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Street Number: 473
- 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: Unknown
- Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
- Property Information:2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
- Property Information:# Rooms: 9.00
- 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: 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:Concrete: Yes
- Driveway: Concrete3
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: 1848
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Appliances Included:Cooktop: Yes
- Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
- Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
- Utilities:Pole: 1
- Utilities:Utilities On: Yes
- Gas:No Gas: Yes
- Water Heater: Electric2
- Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Cooktop
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- # Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:3 Car: Yes
- Roof: Shingle
- Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
- Vehicle Storage: 3 Car
- Patio and Porch Features: Deck
- Basement Entry: Interior
Interior Features
- Basement: Full, Unfinished
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Interior Features: Shower
- Cooling: None
- Heating: Oil, Forced Air
- Foundation Details: Block, Poured Concrete, Stone
- Accessibility Features: Level Entry
- Room Total: 9
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.00
- Cooling YN: No
- Heating YN: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop:Formica: Yes
- Furnished: Unfurnished
- Amenities: Fence, Shower
- Kitchen Amenities: Eat-in Kitchen
- Mud Room: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop: Formica
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Length: 13.0
- Room Width: 18.0
- Room Level: First
Room 2
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Length: 14.0
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Level: First
Room 3
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Level: Second
Room 4
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Length: 10.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Level: Second
Room 5
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Length: 7.0
- Room Width: 21.0
- Room Level: Second
Room 6
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Length: 13.0
- Room Width: 14.0
- Room Level: First
Room 7
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Length: 14.0
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Level: First
Room 8
- Room Type: Mud Room
- Room Level: First
Room 9
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Level: First
Property History for 473 South Main Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 19, 2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1668071 | $290,000 | — |
| Jun 5, 2001 | Expired Maine Listings #472333 | $79,900 | — |
| Dec 6, 2000 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #472333 | $84,900 | — |
| Sep 4, 1999 | Expired Maine Listings #268304 | $83,000 | — |
| Mar 4, 1999 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #268304 | $83,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 06/19/2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1668071 | $290,000 |
| 06/05/2001 | Expired Maine Listings #472333 | $79,900 |
| 12/06/2000 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #472333 | $84,900 |
| 09/04/1999 | Expired Maine Listings #268304 | $83,000 |
| 03/04/1999 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #268304 | $83,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 473 South Main Street
Taxable ValueLand$25,500Additions$232,800Total$258,300
Tax Record2025$3,978 ($332 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,093 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,093 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,152 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,454 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1848ZoningCBCountyPENOBSCOTAPNBRER M:25 L:30
Schools near 473 South Main Street
This home is within Brewer Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Brewer Community School PublicPK to 8 | ||
Brewer 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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