Bring your vision and make this unique property your own! Located on the Garland Road in Charleston, Maine, this unfinished cabin with an attached garage sits on 10 beautiful acres featuring a mix of open fields and mature woods, offering the perfect balance of privacy and usable land. Stripped down to the studs, the cabin provides a true blank canvas to design and finish exactly the way you've always imagined. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence, a recreational getaway, or a hunting camp, the possibilities are endless. The spacious attached garage includes unfinished space above that could be transformed into a guest suite, apartment, home office, or additional living area. If you need more space for your toys, there is also a detached 2 car garage. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the property's direct access to the ITS snowmobile trail system, making it easy to ride right from your doorstep. The property is also located just minutes from the 6,500+ acre Bud Leavitt Wildlife Management Area, offering outstanding opportunities for hunting, hiking, wildlife watching, and exploring Maine's natural beauty. Enjoy the peace and quiet of rural living while remaining conveniently close to everyday amenities. Dover-Foxcroft, with its hospital, grocery stores, restaurants, and shopping, is just a short drive away, while Bangor and Bangor International Airport are approximately 30 minutes from the property. If you've been searching for an affordable opportunity to create your own Maine retreat on acreage with direct trail access, this property is ready for your ideas and imagination.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
10 acresLot Size
$304Price/Sq.Ft.
4 garage spacesParking
Listed by Peter McPhail• United Country Lifestyle Properties of Maine
This small cabin-style home on three private acres in Charleston, Maine offers the perfect blend of rural charm and potential. Charleston is a peaceful community with a population of about 1,640 residents, making it an ideal setting for anyone seeking space and quiet. The home has already had important updates completed, including brand-new roof shingles, fresh exterior paint, and replaced sills, providing a solid exterior to build upon. Inside, the home is unfinished, giving you a blank canvas to design and complete however you choose--whether you envision a cozy year-round residence, a weekend getaway, or a vacation rental retreat. The property includes an attached two-car garage along with a detached two-car garage, offering plenty of room for vehicles, storage, a workshop, or hobby space. Outdoors, the location is hard to beat. The property is within walking distance of the Bud Leavitt Wildlife Management Area, which spans over 6,500 acres and offers opportunities for hunting, hiking, bird watching, snowmobiling, and limited ATV riding on gravel roads. For outdoor enthusiasts, it's a true four-season playground right at your doorstep. Despite its quiet setting, the home is conveniently located. Dover-Foxcroft, with its hospital, grocery stores, and restaurants, is only about 13 miles away, an easy 15-20 minute drive. Bangor and Bangor International Airport are just 28 miles away, placing city amenities and travel within about 30-40 minutes. For bigger trips, Boston is approximately 234 miles from the property, making regional travel accessible while still allowing you to enjoy the privacy and tranquility of rural Maine living. This property is an excellent opportunity for someone ready to bring their own vision to life while enjoying the benefits of recent structural updates, garage space, acreage, and unmatched access to Maine's outdoors.
MREIS #1635801
Sep 9, 2025
Price Changed
$149,900
$240/sq ft
Aug 28, 2025
Listed
$175,000
$280/sq ft
MREIS #1626655
Jul 16, 2025
Sold
$250,000
$400/sq ft
Jun 13, 2025
Listed
$175,000
$280/sq ft
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Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,483 (+5.9%)
$80,659 + $57,930
$138,589
2024
$1,401 (+5.7%)
$59,260 + $37,380
$96,640
2023
$1,326 (+4.0%)
$60,090 + $37,380
$97,470
2022
$1,275 (+0.7%)
$58,510 + $37,380
$95,890
2021
$1,266 (−4.1%)
$57,800 + $37,380
$95,180
2020
$1,320 (+3.4%)
$51,090 + $31,150
$82,240
2019
$1,276 (−0.5%)
$51,170 + $31,150
$82,320
2018
$1,282 (−2.0%)
$51,530 + $31,150
$82,680
2017
$1,308 (+4.6%)
$51,660 + $31,150
$82,810
2016
$1,251 (+4.2%)
$52,240 + $31,150
$83,390
2014
$1,201
$54,060 + $31,150
$85,210
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Penobscot County
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
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Redfin Estimate for 155 Garland Rd
$189,721
$179 under list price of $190K
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