PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Enjoy sweeping westerly views of the White Mountains, including Mount Washington, from this private 27± acre off-grid parcel in Maine's Western Foothills. This surveyed lot features a updated established driveway with a bridge over the small unnamed brook leading to a potential build site. The gently sloping to level terrain makes the land easy to use and develop. Deeded access to the Crooked River offers added opportunities for renowned fly fishing and recreation. With several year-round off-grid homes nearby, the road is generally maintained by neighbors; in the absence of a formal road association, property owners share responsibility for maintenance. Benefit from low taxes as the property is enrolled in the Maine Tree Growth Program. Conveniently located within 30 minutes of Bethel, Norway, Bridgton, Sunday River, Mt. Abram, and Pleasant Mountain, this parcel is ideal for a private retreat or future off-grid home. North Conway is just under an hour for tax-free shopping and outdoor adventures. Portland is 1 1/2 hours and Boston is 3 hours. Nearby public access to lakes, rivers, and hiking trails provides endless outdoor recreation. An additional 13- acre parcel is available - see MLS 1646321
Vacant landProperty Type
26.8 acresLot Size
$7,724Price/Acres
1 spaceParking
Listed by John Colannino• AFM Real Estate
Listed by Rebecca {Becky} Colannino• AFM Real Estate
Seclusion and privacy are pretty much a promise on this lovely wooded parcel with gorgeous westerly view cleared and ready for you to enjoy. Perfect setting for your cabin or picnic/tent area in the woods. Beautiful ledge front falls from cleared area and the 28+acre parcel offers a variety of terrain to climb about ledges and hike challenging trails. A good hike over a bit rugged terrain will take you directly across the steep descending lot to the deeded common area on Crooked River. No neighbors nearby or lights to be seen on this remote parcel but it's within 10 mins to Route 5 for easy 20 minute or less drives into Bethel, Waterford or Norway-Bridgton areas. What a wonderful hidden spot for that cabin or little house off the grid. .OR to just retreat to. Road is seasonal currently but has been used year road previously with private owners plowing. High carriage vehicles best. Taxes are estimated as most recent tax bill included the whole parcel.
MREIS #1479223
Apr 7, 2021
Sold
$382,000
Jan 6, 2021
Listed
$390,000
MREIS #1427767
Nov 22, 2019
Sold
$245,000
Sep 23, 2019
Price Changed
$225,000
Aug 4, 2019
Listed
$245,000
MREIS #1367814
Aug 31, 2018
Listed
$34,900
MREIS #1233376
Sep 15, 2015
Price Changed
$39,000
Aug 14, 2015
Listed
$49,000
MREIS #1161265
Apr 21, 2015
Sold
$35,000
MREIS #877215
Jan 18, 2008
Listed
$59,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Last updated by owner on May 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces
Exterior
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $1,167,408
Lot Size (Acres): 26.8
Lot Size Source: Survey
Lot Features: Rural, Right of Way
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Zoning: General
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Unnamed stream & Crooked River
Water Body Type: Brook, River
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Electric: Off Grid
Sewer: Septic Needed, Soil Test Available
Water Source: Well Needed on Site
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 0 French Hill Road, Albany Twp, ME 04217
Directions: From Route 5/35 between Bethel and Lynchville, turn onto French Hill Rd. Stay to the right on French Hill Road at the intersection of Rowling Road. Property is the 2nd driveway on the right and sign is up.
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Style: Vacant Land
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County: Oxford County
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Home facts updated by county records on May 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Crescent Park School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 10.0mi
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Climate risks
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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
6% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Very good sunlight
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.