56 Congress St

$164,900
Price
2
Beds
1,161 Sq. Ft.
$142 / Sq. Ft.
1,161
Sq. Ft.
$142
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Enjoy an ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and natural beauty in this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home located directly across from Millinocket Stream, the public boat launch, Kermit Crandall Park, and the scenic Michaud Walking Path. With peaceful water and park views right outside your door, this property offers an inviting setting for both year-round living and recreational enjoyment. Renovated with many updates in 2022, the home features a new kitchen and a refreshed bathroom, along with updated...Enjoy an ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and natural beauty in this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home located directly across from Millinocket Stream, the public boat launch, Kermit Crandall Park, and the scenic Michaud Walking Path. With peaceful water and park views right outside your door, this property offers an inviting setting for both year-round living and recreational enjoyment. Renovated with many updates in 2022, the home features a new kitchen and a refreshed bathroom, along with updated wiring and plumbing and a new heat pump for efficient heating and cooling. Outdoor living is a highlight, with a front and back porch and a private deck off the primary bedroom overlooking the water and park. In the backyard, a charming gazebo creates a wonderful entertaining space for gatherings, grilling, or simply relaxing in a quiet outdoor setting. A detached one-car garage provides convenient storage for vehicles, tools, or recreational gear. Whether you're seeking a cozy home, a getaway near the water, or a property with great access to outdoor recreation, this well-located and nicely updated residence is full of potential.
  1. Listed by James Plourde • North Woods Real Estate, LLC

Property Details for 56 Congress Street

Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyle
Other, Cottage, Bungalow
Garage Spaces
1.00
Garage
Yes
Zoning
R1
View
Scenic
LISTING UPDATED: 12/02/2025 02:07 PM

Property Details for 56 Congress Street

StatusActive
MLS #1644245
Days on Market30
Taxes$1,233 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1910
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
CountyPenobscot County

Location

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Building Information for 56 Congress Street

Stories-Year Built1910Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF

Payment Calculator

$918 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$815

Property Taxes

$103

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 56 Congress Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Millinocket Stream
  • Zip Code: 1312
  • Directions: Coming from the south on Central Street turn left onto Conress Street. Follow Congress to home on right across from the boat landing. Sign up
  • Town: Millinocket
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 04462
  • County: Penobscot
  • Geo Latitude: 45.652715
  • Geo Longitude: -68.707186
  • Tax Lot: 108
  • Site:Sidewalks: Yes
  • Location:Intown: Yes
  • Location:Near Golf Course: Yes
  • Location:Near Public Beach: Yes
  • Location:Near Shopping: Yes
  • Transportation:Major Road Access: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Public: Yes
  • Recreational Water:River/Brook/Stream: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Detached
  • Attached Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 17012
  • Tax Block: U05
  • Tax Map Number: 4485
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Parcel Number: MLNK-000005-000000-000108U
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,233.00
School Information
  • School District: Millinocket Public Schools
Property
Green Features
  • Green Features:Low Flow Commode: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Energy Star Appliances: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Programmable Thermostat: Yes
Heating and Cooling
  • Water Heater:Electric: Yes
  • Water Heater:Tank: Yes
Lot Information
  • SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1161.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Source of Acreage: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1161.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.11
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4791.6
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Street Number: 56
  • Property Information:Surveyed: Yes
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim w/Covenant
  • Property Information:Deed: All
  • Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
  • Property Information:2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
  • Property Information:# Rooms: 7.00
  • Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
  • Property Information:Color: White
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
  • Property Information:Source of Road Frontage: Public Records
  • 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: 1910
Utilities
  • Electric: True
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
  • 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
  • Appliances Included:Other Appliances: piano
  • Utilities:Utilities On: Yes
  • Gas:Bottled: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • # Fireplaces: 0
  • Fireplace: No
  • Vehicle Storage:1 Car: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Detached: Yes
  • Roof: Metal, Pitched, Shingle
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Glassed-in Porch: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Patio: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
Interior Features
  • Basement: Interior, Brick/Mortar, Full, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Wood, Laminate
  • Interior Features: Walk-in Closets, Bathtub, Shower, Storage
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Forced Air
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Room Total: 7
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 1
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.00
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Solid Surface: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Second
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Level: Second
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: First
Room 4
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: First
Room 5
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: First
Room 6
  • Room Type: Sunroom
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Level: First
Room 7
  • Room Type: Sunroom
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 7.0
  • Room Level: First

Property History for 56 Congress Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1644245

$164,900
Nov 30, 2023

Sold

Maine Listings #1576909

$147,900
Nov 16, 2023

Pending

Maine Listings #1576909

Nov 16, 2023

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1576909

Nov 7, 2023

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1576909

$149,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/22/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1644245

$164,900
11/30/2023

Sold

Maine Listings #1576909

$147,900
11/16/2023

Pending

Maine Listings #1576909

11/16/2023

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1576909

11/07/2023

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1576909

$149,900

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

Public Records for 56 Congress Street

Taxable ValueLand$6,000Additions$47,600Total$53,600
Tax Record2025$1,233 ($103 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size4,792 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningR1CountyPENOBSCOTAPNMLNK M:U05 L:108

Schools near 56 Congress Street

This home is within Millinocket Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Granite Street School
PublicPK to 5

Stearns High School
Public6 to 12

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56 Congress Street is a single family home for sale in Millinocket, ME 04462. This property was listed for sale on November 22, 2025 by North Woods Real Estate, LLC, it's currently listed at $164,900. It has been on the market for a total of 30 days and was last sold on November 30, 2023. This listing's school district is Millinocket Public Schools. Nearby schools include Granite Street School and Stearns High School. 56 Congress Street is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,161 sqft single family home built in 1910.

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