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    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

    Not available

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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
    Source: Maine Listings #1619527 Report a problem
    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
    Source: The Maine Real Estate Network #1288747 Report a problem

    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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