Situated in the town of Appleton, a hidden gem in Maine, this farmhouse-style home features three bedrooms and one bath. Ample living space on the first floor allows for the potential of another bedroom, formal dining room, or space to work from home. A large barn with a new roof is sure to be a great bonus space with the possibility of owning smaller livestock and/or providing extra storage. Nearly an acre of land provides privacy with the space to make your own outdoor scantuary. Don't miss this opportunity to watch the sun rise each day from your front porch, while overlooking the beautiful neighboring lavender farm!
Single-familyProperty Type
1830Year Built
0.97 acresLot Size
$186Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Elizabeth Freeman• Portside Real Estate Group
Listed by Crystal Hincks• Portside Real Estate Group
Bought with Elizabeth Freeman• Portside Real Estate Group
Bought with Crystal Hincks• Portside Real Estate Group
Country Living can be yours with this 1830's farmhouse. Complete with a two-story red barn and an acre of land, large enough and ample sunlight to start planting your gardens this springtime. First floor has a lovely open feel with a corner wood stove in the livingroom to warm you up on those chilly winter nights. Upstairs there are the three comfortable bedrooms. At list price, Seller is willing to contribute $5000 towards closing costs to assist in offsetting work needed with the barn. Call today and make it yours.
MREIS #1265168
Feb 1, 2017
Sold
$128,000
$90/sq ft
Aug 29, 2016
Price Changed
$131,900
$93/sq ft
Aug 9, 2016
Price Changed
$132,600
$93/sq ft
Jun 2, 2016
Listed
$132,900
$93/sq ft
+25
Wonderful Maine Farmhouse with a great Barn. Tastefully remodeled. Updated Kitchen and Bath. Washer/Dyer on 1st Floor. New Flooring on 1st Floor. Great porch to sit out and enjoy the beautiful views and the scent of lavender. Lavender Farm across the road. Large Post & Beam Barn. New heating system, Newer roof. Lovely yard with room to have vegetable and flower gardens.
MREIS #1092025
Sep 5, 2013
Sold
$118,000
$83/sq ft
MREIS #1061308
Jul 9, 2012
Listed
$129,000
$91/sq ft
MREIS #1033121
Oct 20, 2011
Listed
$59,000
$41/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,450 (+11.8%)
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2024
$3,087 (+12.8%)
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2023
$2,737
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2022
$2,737 (−5.7%)
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2021
$2,902
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2020
$2,902
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2019
$2,902
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2018
$2,902 (+5.1%)
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2017
$2,762 (+6.1%)
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2016
$2,603 (+5.4%)
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2015
$2,470 (+14.4%)
$38,000 + $89,000
$127,000
2014
$2,159
$38,000 + $89,000
$127,000
Tax history for 166 Searsmont Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,450 (+11.8%)
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2024
$3,087 (+12.8%)
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2023
$2,737
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2022
$2,737 (−5.7%)
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2021
$2,902
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2020
$2,902
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2019
$2,902
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2018
$2,902 (+5.1%)
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2017
$2,762 (+6.1%)
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2016
$2,603 (+5.4%)
$38,000 + $89,300
$127,300
2015
$2,470 (+14.4%)
$38,000 + $89,000
$127,000
2014
$2,159
$38,000 + $89,000
$127,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Knox County
APN
406621
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room 1 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Room 5 Information
Type: Laundry
Level: First
Room 6 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 7 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Bulkhead, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Interior Features: Bathtub
Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Accessibility Features: 32 - 36 Inch Doors
Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Clapboard, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,425
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1830
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,425
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $42,253.20
Lot Size (Acres): 0.97
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Open, Level, Wooded, Near Town, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: RES
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,902
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Baseboard
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 166 Searsmont Road, Appleton, ME 04862
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Knox County
APN: 406621
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
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Transit
Appleton Village School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$252,000 – $305,000
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