48 Main Rd
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Description
Welcome to 48 Main Rd in Charleston! Steeped in history and charm, this 1800s center-hall colonial was once the Charleston Hotel and a boarding house before becoming a beloved family home. For over 20 years it has been filled with warmth, laughter, and peace--and now it's ready for its next chapter. With 2,780 square feet of living space, this spacious home offers 5 bedrooms (including one on the first floor), 2 full bathrooms, and a large fenced backyard--perfect for kids, pets, and gatherings....Welcome to 48 Main Rd in Charleston! Steeped in history and charm, this 1800s center-hall colonial was once the Charleston Hotel and a boarding house before becoming a beloved family home. For over 20 years it has been filled with warmth, laughter, and peace--and now it's ready for its next chapter. With 2,780 square feet of living space, this spacious home offers 5 bedrooms (including one on the first floor), 2 full bathrooms, and a large fenced backyard--perfect for kids, pets, and gatherings. The first floor features a bedroom, living room, center hall with cedar storage closets and basement access, a large laundry room with two closets, and a full bath with updated flooring and fresh paint. The formal dining room flows into a generous eat-in kitchen with great counter space and access to a recently rebuilt deck overlooking the beautiful fenced backyard. The home sits on a full acre with walking trails, wildflowers, and peaceful sunrises. Upstairs you'll find four bedrooms, two of which have been fully remodeled, along with a beautifully renovated full bath featuring tiled shower, dual vanities, and custom shelving. A versatile bonus room offers space for a family room, gym, or additional bedroom, and another bedroom at the back of the home includes exterior access to the second-floor deck--perfect for quiet evenings or stargazing. Major updates include a brand-new roof (2024), newly built and sealed wood fence (2024), recently replaced hot water heater and well pump, and a regularly serviced furnace. Heating options include an oil furnace and a cozy pellet stove. Located across from Faith Bible College International, the home is just 30 minutes to Bangor, 15 minutes to Dover-Foxcroft, and 40 minutes to Newport and I-95. Charleston residents pay low taxes (1,800 with homestead exemption) and are part of the highly respected RSU 68 School system, which includes Sedomocha and Foxcroft Academy. Don't miss your chance to call this home.
- Listed by Laura Preston • NextHome Experience
Property Details for 48 Main Road
Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyleColonial
GarageNo
ZoningResidential
ViewScenic, Trees/Woods
Open Houses
LISTING UPDATED: 03/20/2026 02:14 PM
Property Details for 48 Main Road
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1653525 |
| Days on Market | 7 |
| Taxes | $2,647 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1820 |
| Lot Size | 1.00 AC / 43,560 SF |
| County | Penobscot County |
Location
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Building Information for 48 Main Road
Stories-Year Built1820Building Size-Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF
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$1,870 per month
30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest
Principal and Interest
$1,650
Property Taxes
$221
HOA Dues
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1Property Information for 48 Main Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Zip Code: 3141
- Directions: GPS Location. Located across from Faith Bible College International.
- Town: Charleston
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04422
- County: Penobscot
- Geo Latitude: 45.082291
- Geo Longitude: -69.039082
- Tax Lot: 36
- Site:Level: Yes
- Site:Open: Yes
- Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
- Site:Wooded: Yes
- Location:Near Golf Course: Yes
- Location:Rural: Yes
Parking
- Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Carport
- Attached Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 10545
- Tax Map Number: 8
- Tax Year: 2025
- Parcel Number: CRLN-000008-000000-000036-000001
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $2,647.00
School Information
- School District: RSU 68/MSAD 68
Property
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Gas: Yes
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2700.0
- Lot Size Acres: 1.0
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 2700.0
- Lot Size Area: 1.0
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 43560.0
- Bedrooms Total: 5
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Street Number: 48
- Property Information:Surveyed: No
- 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: 10.00
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
- Property Information:Color: Gray
- 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: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: 1820
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
- Water Source: Private
- Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
- Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
- Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
- Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
- Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
- Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
- Gas:Bottled: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- # Fireplaces: 0
- Fireplace: No
- Vehicle Storage:Carport: Yes
- Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
- Basement: Interior, Walk-Out Access, Full, Sump Pump, Unfinished
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom
- Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
- Heating: Pellet Stove, Forced Air
- Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter
- Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
- Room Total: 10
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.00
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Heating YN: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop:Formica: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Length: 13.0
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Level: First
Room 2
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Length: 13.0
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Level: First
Room 3
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Length: 15.0
- Room Width: 17.0
- Room Level: First
Room 4
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Length: 10.0
- Room Width: 14.0
- Room Level: First
Room 5
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Length: 13.0
- Room Width: 17.0
- Room Level: First
Room 6
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Length: 13.0
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Level: Second
Room 7
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Length: 13.0
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Level: Second
Room 8
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Length: 9.0
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Level: Second
Room 9
- Room Type: Bonus Room
- Room Length: 15.0
- Room Width: 17.0
- Room Level: Second
Room 10
- Room Type: Bedroom 5
- Room Length: 11.0
- Room Width: 17.0
- Room Level: Second
Property History for 48 Main Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 6, 2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1653525 | $339,900 | — |
| Jul 7, 2006 | Sold Maine Listings #772474 | $132,000 | — |
| May 16, 2006 | Pending Maine Listings #772474 | — | |
| May 16, 2006 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #772474 | — | |
| Nov 4, 2005 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #772474 | $139,900 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 03/06/2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1653525 | $339,900 |
| 07/07/2006 | Sold Maine Listings #772474 | $132,000 |
| 05/16/2006 | Pending Maine Listings #772474 | — |
| 05/16/2006 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #772474 | — |
| 11/04/2005 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #772474 | $139,900 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 48 Main Road
Taxable ValueLand$42,000Additions$205,420Total$247,420
Tax Record2025$2,647 ($221 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyPENOBSCOTAPNCRLN M:008 L:036-001
Schools near 48 Main Road
This home is within Regional School Unit 68 Msad 68.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | 5 to 8 | |||
| Public - | PK to 4 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Se Do Mo Cha Middle School Public5 to 8 | ||
Se Do Mo Cha Elementary School PublicPK to 4 |
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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