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  • $155,000

    42 Front Street, Sumner, ME 04292

    7beds
    1,635sqft
    : 
    Multi Family
    Built in 1860
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $95/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    New roofUpdated windowsGenerous living spaceSpacious top-floor unit
    Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully updated and historically significant 3-unit building in the heart of Sumner. Once serving as the town's post office, this well-known Front Street landmark blends timeless character with modern convenience—ideal for investors or owner-occupants alike. Each of the three units features its own separate meter and a brand-new, energy-efficient heating system. Major updates throughout the building include a new roof and updated windows, ensuring long-term comfort and reduced maintenance costs. The spacious top-floor unit offers generous living space and is large enough to accommodate a family comfortably—perfect for owner-occupancy or generating strong rental income. With thoughtful updates and historical charm, this property stands out as a turnkey investment in a prime location. Whether you're looking to expand your rental portfolio or live in one unit while offsetting your mortgage with rental income from the others, this versatile property checks all the boxes.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: December 19, 2025 at 10:12am

    Listed by:

    Meservier & Associates

    Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1619527MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 7
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • None
      Features
      • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
      • Basement: Bulkhead
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,635
      • Total interior livable area: 1,635 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,635
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Lot
      • Size: 7,840.8 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: SUMNMU03L043
      • Zoning: Rural Residential

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      • Architectural style: New Englander
      • Property subtype: Multi Family
      Materials
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1860

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Private Sewer
      • Water: Private
      • Utilities for property: Utilities On

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Sumner

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $95/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $138,032
      • Annual tax amount: $1,794
      • Date on market: 4/18/2025

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        7/16/2025Price change$155,000-8.8%$95/sqft
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        5/20/2025Price change$170,000-8.6%$104/sqft
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        4/18/2025Listed for sale$186,000+431.4%$114/sqft
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        12/17/2018Sold$35,000-17.6%$21/sqft
        Source: Maine Listings #1355218 Report a problem
        9/6/2018Listed for sale$42,500$26/sqft
        Source: Fontaine Family-The Real Estate Leader #1355218 Report a problem
        8/5/2018Listing removed$42,500$26/sqft
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        11/5/2017Price change$42,500-10.5%$26/sqft
        Source: The Maine Real Estate Network #1288747 Report a problem
        9/18/2017Price change$47,500-34%$29/sqft
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        8/14/2017Price change$72,000+26.3%$44/sqft
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        11/13/2016Listed for sale$57,000$35/sqft
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        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$1,794 +30.1%$138,032 +111.3%
        2023$1,379 +2.2%$65,333
        2022$1,349 $65,333
        2021$1,349 $65,333
        2020$1,349 +1.4%$65,333
        2019$1,330 +5.5%$65,333
        2018$1,261 +72.7%$65,333 +63.8%
        2017$730 +8%$39,881
        2016$676 +3.4%$39,881
        2015$654 +2.5%$39,881
        2014$638 +1.9%$39,881
        2013$626 $39,881
        2012$626 +0.6%$39,881
        2011$622 $39,881 +8.6%
        2009-- $36,730

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        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $940/mo
        Principal & interest
        $799
        Property taxes
        $141
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