254± Acres with Historic Farmstead & Expansive Forest in Temple, Maine
Tucked away in the peaceful hills of Temple, just 10 minutes from downtown Farmington, lies a truly remarkable opportunity—254± unspoiled acres paired with a charming circa-1830s farmhouse. This kingdom-style property, 95 percent forested, offers exceptional privacy, serenity, and boundless potential for homesteading, recreation, conservation, or simply living immersed in nature.
Set along a quiet dead-end road, the historic farmhouse is surrounded by old rock walls, mature perennial gardens, and the timeless beauty of rural Maine. Once home to renowned poet Denise Levertov, the natural setting continues to inspire creativity and reflection.
The 3-4-bedroom home is accompanied by a 494± SF workshop and a large traditional barn, offering space for hobbies, storage, or revitalization as a working farmstead. Need more room? The attached workshop could be converted to living space to fit your needs. Approximately 11± acres of open fields surround the home—ready for gardens, livestock, or pasture—while the balance of the acreage is enrolled in Maine's Tree Growth Program, keeping taxes favorable.
The forest is predominantly hardwood with mixed softwood stands, rich in timber, wildlife, and scenic diversity. The land features extensive frontage on Gus Mitchell Brook, rolling topography, and a hilltop ledge with sweeping mountain views—a stunning site for a future home or off-grid cabin. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate direct access to Temple's ATV and trail network, while nature lovers can enjoy abundant wildlife including whitetail deer, moose, bear, wild turkey, and countless bird species.
A rare combination of history, size, and natural beauty, this Temple property offers a lifestyle rooted in the land—private, peaceful, and profoundly Maine.
Active under contract
$879,000
147 Mitchell Brook Road, Temple, ME 04984
3beds
2,153sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1830
254 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$408/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Historic farmhouseOpen fieldsAbundant wildlifeMixed softwood standsPeaceful hillsExceptional privacyRich in timber
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 03, 2025 at 04:42am
Listed by:
AFM Real Estate
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1641885
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: Second
Heating
- Forced Air, Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum, Painted/Stained, Softwood
- Basement: Bulkhead,Exterior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,153
- Total interior livable area: 2,153 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,153
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Fields, Mountain(s), Scenic, Trees/Woods
- Body of water: Gus Mitchell Brook
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 6000,Waterfrontage Owned: 6000
Lot
- Size: 254 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Zoning: Rural
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1830
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Temple
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $408/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $4,985
- Date on market: 10/25/2025
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | Contingent | $879,000$408/sqft |
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| 10/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $879,000+46.5%$408/sqft |
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| 5/3/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2022 | Listed for sale | $600,000$279/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,500/mo
Principal & interest
$3408
Property taxes
$784
Home insurance
$308
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 04984
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAW G Mallett SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 5.2 mi
- 3/10Mt Blue Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.9 mi
- 3/10Mt Blue High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.7 mi
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