Looking for a simpler pace of life in the Maine countryside? Welcome to 696 Island Falls Road in Sherman, where this cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 940 square feet of comfortable living space in a wonderfully peaceful Aroostook County setting. Inside, you'll find a home with warmth, character, and plenty of potential. A living room addition completed in recent years provides extra gathering space and is awaiting a few finishing touches from its next owner. The walk-up attic offers even more possibilities for future living space, a home office, hobby room, or additional storage. You'll be well prepared for Maine's seasons with multiple heating options, including a furnace, new heat pump, and nearly new Amish-built wood cookstove. Even better, the property includes a woodshed stocked with firewood, helping the next owner get a head start on winter heating. A metal roof adds another practical feature to this country home. Outside, enjoy three decks where you can relax, sip your morning coffee, or simply take in the quiet surroundings. Two Amish-built storage sheds provide plenty of room for tools, equipment, gardening supplies, or recreational gear. Located in a peaceful rural area with Amish farms and settlements nearby, this property offers the kind of setting where life can move at a little slower pace while still providing the comforts of home. Whether you're searching for an affordable year-round residence, a Maine getaway, or a smaller home with room to add your own finishing touches, 696 Island Falls Road offers character, practicality, and potential. Come see what you can make of this special little piece of northern Maine!
Active
$149,900
696 Island Falls Road, Sherman, ME 04776
2beds
960sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.9 Acres Lot
$148,000 Zestimate®
$156/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Woodshed stocked with firewoodMetal roof
- 4 days
- 149
- 2
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
True North Realty, Inc.
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1682989
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub, Storage
- Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl
- Basement: Bulkhead,Exterior Entry,Crawl Space,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 960
- Total interior livable area: 960 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 960
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, 5 - 10 Spaces
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.9 Acres
- Features: Rural, Open Lot, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: SHENM09L027
- Zoning: rural non zoned
- Other equipment: Internet Access Available
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Ceiling Fans
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Sherman
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $156/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $34,500
- Annual tax amount: $842
- Date on market: 10/2/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$148,000
$141,000 - $155,000
$1,589/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $149,900$156/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $825 +32.9% | $34,500 |
| 2023 | $621 -18.2% | $34,500 |
| 2022 | $759 -4.8% | $34,500 |
| 2021 | $797 -7.6% | $34,500 |
| 2020 | $863 -5.6% | $34,500 |
| 2019 | $914 +1.9% | $34,500 |
| 2018 | $897 +29.8% | $34,500 +19.8% |
| 2017 | $691 +9% | $28,800 |
| 2016 | $634 +10.1% | $28,800 |
| 2015 | $576 | $28,800 |
| 2014 | $576 | $28,800 |
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