Cozy Cottage Retreat on the Little Kennebec River. Escape to tranquility with this charming cottage retreat offering 375 feet of saltwater frontage on the Little Kennebec River. Set on 3.15 acres of open fields gently sloping to the water, this property provides breathtaking distant water views and a peaceful, private setting. Inside, the tastefully decorated 1-bedroom, 1-bath home features a thoughtfully designed layout with wood planked vaulted ceilings, durable and stylish luxury vinyl flooring, and a spacious bathroom complete with a soaking jet tub and separate shower. A pellet stove provides efficient, cozy heating for year-round comfort. Enjoy the outdoors from the inviting screened-in porch or entertain guests on the large deck overlooking the water. Additional conveniences include a separate utility building with washer and dryer and an extra storage shed for tools and lawn equipment. Whether you're seeking a serene weekend escape or a year-round residence, this property delivers. Ideally located just a short drive from town amenities including local shops, restaurants, a hospital, and a university campus. Outdoor enthusiasts will love nearby access to the 87-mile Downeast Sunrise Trail, along with abundant coastal and recreational opportunities.
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$250,000
318 West Kennebec Road, Machias, ME 04654
1beds
800sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2023
3.15 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$313/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious bathroomInviting screened-in porchSoaking jet tubLuxury vinyl flooringSeparate showerWood planked vaulted ceilingsBreathtaking distant water views
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Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1663249
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Features: Jetted Tub, Separate Shower
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Heat Stove
- Level: First
Heating
- Pellet Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Other
Features
- One-Floor Living
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 800
- Total interior livable area: 800 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 800
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic
- Body of water: Little Kennebec River
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 375,Waterfrontage Owned: 375
Lot
- Size: 3.15 Acres
- Features: Open Lot, Pasture, Rolling Slope
Details
- Parcel number: MCHAM001L015
- Zoning: Shoreland
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Composition
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2023
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Utilities On
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Machias
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $313/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $184,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,173
- Date on market: 5/21/2026
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000+275.9%$313/sqft |
Source:  Maine Listings #1663249 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2021 | Sold | $66,500-4.9%$83/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1427558 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2019 | Listed for sale | $69,900$87/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Queen City Real Estate #1427558 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,721 -10.1% | $184,500 +38.4% |
| 2023 | $3,026 +4.6% | $133,300 |
| 2022 | $2,893 +3.5% | $133,300 -1.3% |
| 2021 | $2,795 | $135,000 |
| 2020 | $2,795 -4.6% | $135,000 |
| 2019 | $2,930 | $135,000 |
| 2018 | $2,930 +2.8% | $135,000 |
| 2017 | $2,849 -2.8% | $135,000 -6.5% |
| 2015 | $2,931 +1.5% | $144,400 |
| 2014 | $2,888 | $144,400 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 04654
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Rose M Gaffney SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 4.4 mi
- 1/10Machias Memorial High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.3 mi
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- 318 West Kennebec Road
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