Nestled in the quiet charm of western Maine, 79 Auburn Road in Peru offers a perfect blend of rural tranquility and everyday convenience. This inviting property sits on a generous 17+ acre lot surrounded by natural beauty, including an impressive 1,000 feet of waterfront along Spear Brook, providing plenty of space to relax, garden, or enjoy outdoor activities year-round. The home features a warm and functional layout with comfortable living spaces filled with natural light. Whether you're gathering in the cozy living room, preparing meals in the practical kitchen, or unwinding after a long day, every corner feels welcoming and easy to make your own. Bedrooms are well-sized, offering flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. Outside, the property truly shines with open yard space and expansive stream frontage, ideal for entertaining, pets, or simply enjoying Maine's changing seasons. The peaceful setting offers privacy while still being conveniently located near the amenities of Rumford and Mexico, where you'll find grocery stores, dining, healthcare, and local shops. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate close proximity to the scenic Androscoggin River for fishing, kayaking, and riverside walks, as well as hiking. In the winter months, enjoy skiing and snowboarding just a short drive away at Black Mountain of Maine, or access extensive snowmobile and ATV trail systems throughout the region. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a serene getaway, this property presents a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the beauty, recreation, and close-knit community of western Maine!
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Price cut: $5.1K (5/16)
$489,900
79 Auburn Road, Peru, ME 04290
2beds
2,400sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
17.21 Acres Lot
$476,900 Zestimate®
$204/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Expansive stream frontageOpen yard spaceWarm and functional layoutPractical kitchenPeaceful setting offers privacy
- 44 days |
- 856 |
- 65 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Keller Williams Realty
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1657117
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bonus room
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Interior Entry,Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,400
- Total interior livable area: 2,400 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,400
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic, Trees/Woods
- Body of water: Spear Stream
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 1051,Waterfrontage Owned: 1051
Lot
- Size: 17.21 Acres
- Features: Near Town, Level, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: PRRUM14L45
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Chalet
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Fiberglass
Condition
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private, Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Peru
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $204/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $137,167
- Annual tax amount: $3,200
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$476,900
$453,000 - $501,000
$2,007/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/16/2026 | Price change | $489,900-1%$204/sqft |
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| 5/3/2026 | Price change | $495,000-0.8%$206/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,000+42.6%$208/sqft |
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| 11/1/2024 | Sold | $350,000+0.9%$146/sqft |
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| 9/13/2024 | Pending sale | $347,000$145/sqft |
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| 9/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $347,000$145/sqft |
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| 9/2/2024 | Contingent | $347,000$145/sqft |
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| 8/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $347,000$145/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,846 +7.5% | $137,167 |
| 2023 | $2,647 +7.2% | $137,167 |
| 2022 | $2,469 -11.7% | $137,167 -1.2% |
| 2021 | $2,796 -0.6% | $138,900 |
| 2020 | $2,813 | $138,900 |
| 2019 | $2,813 -17.5% | $138,900 -22.6% |
| 2017 | $3,409 +2.2% | $179,400 |
| 2016 | $3,337 +4.3% | $179,400 +2.1% |
| 2015 | $3,198 -1.6% | $175,700 |
| 2014 | $3,250 +5.7% | $175,700 |
| 2013 | $3,075 | $175,700 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 04290
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Dirigo Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10T W Kelly Dirigo Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 4/10Dirigo High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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- Maine
- Oxford County
- Peru
- 04290
- 79 Auburn Road





