Perfect village location for this classic Cape with sweet vintage details and smart upgrades, such as a brand new roof! Convenient first floor bedroom and bathroom, and three more on the second floor with another full bathroom. The sunny kitchen opens onto a generous dining room with vintage built-ins and the welcoming living room boasts an original mantel with a gas stove. Sip coffee or cocktails on the enclosed porch or get some sun on the private back deck overlooking a tidy green lawn. The roomy garage offers many possibilities -- from vehicle storage to office to studio. The fabulous intown setting offers immediate access to all that Camden offers - including the harbor, shops and restaurants -- and has made this home a very successful vacation rental. Continue in that vein if you wish (it is sold tastefully furnished) or move right in and enjoy it yourself!
Est. $2,820 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 48 Mechanic St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1670853
Aug 28, 2026
Sold
$625,000
$351/sq ft
Jul 8, 2026
Listed
$649,000
$364/sq ft
MREIS #1650088
Jan 29, 2026
Price Changed
$699,000
$392/sq ft
Jan 22, 2026
Listed
$755,000
$424/sq ft
MREIS #1634145
Sep 8, 2025
Price Changed
$699,000
$392/sq ft
Aug 13, 2025
Listed
$755,000
$424/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$6,249 (+21.4%)
$227,700 + $367,400
$595,100
2023
$5,146 (+4.6%)
$129,400 + $243,500
$372,900
2022
$4,922 (−2.3%)
$129,400 + $243,500
$372,900
2021
$5,038 (+2.1%)
$100,700 + $227,500
$328,200
2020
$4,933 (+0.8%)
$100,700 + $227,500
$328,200
2019
$4,893 (+11.7%)
$100,700 + $227,500
$328,200
2018
$4,381 (+3.5%)
$114,500 + $179,900
$294,400
2017
$4,233 (+8.6%)
$114,500 + $179,900
$294,400
2016
$3,896 (+3.0%)
$52,900 + $197,000
$249,900
2015
$3,781 (+7.8%)
$52,900 + $197,000
$249,900
2013
$3,509
$52,900 + $197,000
$249,900
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,792
Year built
1820
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Knox County
APN
194804
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 3, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces
Vehicle Storage: 2 Car
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Room 2 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Features: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 3 Information
Type: Sunroom
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Heat Stove
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: First
Room 6 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Second
Room 7 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Features: Dining Area
Room 8 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior Entry, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 8
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom
Furnished: Furnished
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Clapboard
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Post & Beam
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,782
Building Area Source: Seller
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1820
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,782
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $10,890
Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Intown, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Sidewalks
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $6,249
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities On: No
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Electric
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 48 Mechanic Street, Camden, ME 04843
Directions: From the harbor, take Mechanic Street and house will be on the left, across from the river.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,792
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1820
Year Renovated: —
County: Knox County
APN: 194804
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 3, 2025
Around this home
Schools
Camden-Rockport Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 87° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
71% 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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Historical weather
Camden, ME • 04843
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 20% for direct sun exposure in Camden. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$664,000 – $804,000
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