53 Main St
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Description
This classic 1930s Cape offers timeless proportions and a setting that feels both settled and spacious. With four bedrooms plus a bonus room, and a flexible floor plan that includes a first-floor bedroom, the home provides options for a variety of living arrangements. Original hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, and thoughtful built-ins speak to the durability and care typical of homes from this era. Set on 1.16 acres, the property provides generous outdoor space and a sense of privacy without...This classic 1930s Cape offers timeless proportions and a setting that feels both settled and spacious. With four bedrooms plus a bonus room, and a flexible floor plan that includes a first-floor bedroom, the home provides options for a variety of living arrangements. Original hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, and thoughtful built-ins speak to the durability and care typical of homes from this era. Set on 1.16 acres, the property provides generous outdoor space and a sense of privacy without feeling removed from town. The yard offers open areas suitable for gardening, recreation, or simply enjoying the outdoors. A full walk-out basement adds useful storage and future potential, while town water, and an oversized detached two-car garage bring everyday convenience. Located intown with quick access to I-295, nearby recreation, and local amenities, this property offers a convenient village setting. From the home, it's an easy stroll to the town center for summer farmers markets or down to the waterfront landing, combining everyday livability with access to Bowdoinham's seasonal highlights. A solid home with room to personalize, offering the next owner an opportunity to build on a strong foundation in one the most desired neighborhoods.
- Listed by Amanda Wheeler • U&R Real Estate
Property Details for 53 Main Street
Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyleCape Cod
Garage Spaces2.00
GarageYes
ZoningResidential
LISTING UPDATED: 01/29/2026 03:00 PM
Property Details for 53 Main Street
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1650687 |
| Days on Market | Listed Today |
| Taxes | $4,345 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1935 |
| Lot Size | 1.16 AC / 50,529 SF |
| County | Sagadahoc County |
Location
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Building Information for 53 Main Street
Stories-Year Built1935Building Size-Lot Size1.16 AC / 50,529 SF
Payment Calculator
$2,214 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
Principal and Interest
$1,852
Property Taxes
$362
HOA Dues
$0
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Property Information for 53 Main Street
Summary
Location and General Information
- Zip Code: 4421
- Directions: GPS accurate
- Town: Bowdoinham
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04008
- County: Sagadahoc
- Geo Latitude: 44.009923
- Geo Longitude: -69.899313
- Tax Lot: 040
- Site:Open: Yes
- Site:Rolling/Sloping: Yes
- Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
- Location:Intown: Yes
- Location:Near Town: Yes
- Location:Near Turnpike/Interstate: Yes
- Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
Parking
- Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Detached
- Attached Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 2024R
- Tax Map Number: U01
- Tax Year: 2024
- Parcel Number: BOWN-000001-000000-000040U
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $4,345.00
School Information
- School District: RSU 75/MSAD 75
Property
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Heat Pump: Yes
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1452.0
- Lot Size Acres: 1.16
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1452.0
- Lot Size Area: 1.16
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 50529.6
- Bedrooms Total: 4
- Bathrooms Full: 1
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Street Number: 53
- Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
- Property Information:Seasonal: No
- Property Information:# Rooms: 8.00
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
- 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: .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: 1935
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
- Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
- Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
- Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
- Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
- Gas:No Gas: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Aluminum Siding, Wood Frame
- # Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:2 Car: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:Detached: Yes
- Roof: Shingle
- Other Structures: Outbuilding
Interior Features
- Basement: Interior, Walk-Out Access, Full
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, One-Floor Living
- Cooling: None
- Heating: Steam
- Room Total: 8
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 1
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.00
- Cooling YN: No
- Heating YN: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: First
Room 2
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: First
Room 3
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: First
Room 4
- Room Type: Bonus Room
- Room Level: First
Room 5
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Level: First
Room 6
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Second
Room 7
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Second
Room 8
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Level: Second
Property History for 53 Main Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1650687 | $380,000 | — |
| Jul 26, 2022 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1494988541 | $335,000 | — |
| Jul 26, 2022 | Sold Maine Listings #1530945 | $335,000 | — |
| Jun 22, 2022 | Pending Maine Listings #1530945 | — | |
| Jun 22, 2022 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1530945 | — | |
| May 29, 2022 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1530945 | $369,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 01/29/2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1650687 | $380,000 |
| 07/26/2022 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1494988541 | $335,000 |
| 07/26/2022 | Sold Maine Listings #1530945 | $335,000 |
| 06/22/2022 | Pending Maine Listings #1530945 | — |
| 06/22/2022 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1530945 | — |
| 05/29/2022 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1530945 | $369,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 53 Main Street
Taxable ValueLand$62,100Additions$144,800Total$206,900
Tax Record2024$4,345 ($362 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,452 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,452 SqFtStories4Lot Size51,401 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1935CountySAGADAHOCAPNBOWN M:U01 L:040
Schools near 53 Main Street
This home is within Regional School Unit 75 Msad 75.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | K to 5 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bowdoinham Community School PublicK to 5 | ||
Mt Ararat Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Mt Ararat High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Bowdoin Central School PublicK to 5 |
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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