This rare gem offering an opportunity for you to enjoy as an investment property or family happy place sure to provide a lifetime of memories. Recent improvements are too extensive to mention here but include new propane furnace, kitchen, appliances, bathrooms, lighting, interior finishes, dock, fire pit, drilled well, patio, and exterior paint. It's going to be hard to decide what to enjoy first. .. a party boat ride on the 11 miles of water, a glass of wine on the wrap around porch, a game of corn hole on the lawn by the water, cribbage on the patio or roasting marshmallows under the stars at the fire pit? You'll love the location situated within an easy commute to Bangor or Ellsworth and less than an hour to Acadia National Park. Don't worry. .. if you can't live here year round the property is currently used as a successful short term rental and is perfect for traveling nurses to experience Maine during their 3 month assignments. The tall pines, loons, ducks and adirondacks are waiting to show you the magic of Maine on soothing Chemo Pond. Schedule your showing today!
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Market trends in 04428, ME
Last updated July 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-List Price
93.5%
+1.8% MoM
Median sale price
$270K
$30K MoM
Avg. days on market
77d
18 days MoM
Recently sold homes
9
5 MoM
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Sale history for 189 Scotts Point Rd
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1571600
Dec 29, 2023
Sold
$630,000
$343/sq ft
Oct 30, 2023
Price Changed
$649,900
$353/sq ft
Oct 24, 2023
Price Changed
$669,900
$364/sq ft
Oct 15, 2023
Price Changed
$685,000
$372/sq ft
Sep 29, 2023
Price Changed
$699,000
$380/sq ft
Sep 10, 2023
Listed
$750,000
$408/sq ft
MREIS #1529598
Jul 22, 2022
Sold
$474,900
$258/sq ft
Jun 19, 2022
Price Changed
$474,900
$258/sq ft
May 24, 2022
Listed
$499,000
$271/sq ft
+45
Would you love to enjoy the lake year round. .. .but don't want to lose that lovin' feelin' for camp? Here it is! This family compound has 3 levels of living space to sprawl out in with all the amenities to enjoy! Picking a favorite spot will be tough though. .. the wrap around enclosed porch with panoramic water views is an amazing place to enjoy a glass of wine or afternoon card game. Cozy up in the family room for movies on a rainy day. Set up the corn hole game in the level back yard and fight over who's closest. .. or build a fire in the fire pit and roast marshmallows while the loons sing to you. Hop on the boat to enjoy the more than 11 miles of water playground to tube, water ski, swim, or paddle around in kayaks. It is impossible for Chemo Pond to not become your next favorite happy place filled with family memories to last a lifetime. Perfectly situated between Bangor and Ellsworth and less than an hour to Acadia National Park. This property has been used as a successful Air BnB and has no rental restrictions. Schedule your showing today!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$3,682 (+79.6%)
$74,000 + $125,000
$199,000
2023
$2,050 (−4.9%)
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2022
$2,155 (−2.7%)
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2021
$2,215
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2020
$2,215 (−0.7%)
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2019
$2,230 (+7.2%)
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2018
$2,080
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2017
$2,080 (−1.4%)
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2016
$2,110 (−2.1%)
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2015
$2,155 (+21.8%)
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2014
$1,770
$70,000 + $70,500
$140,500
Tax history for 189 Scotts Point Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$3,682 (+79.6%)
$74,000 + $125,000
$199,000
2023
$2,050 (−4.9%)
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2022
$2,155 (−2.7%)
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2021
$2,215
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2020
$2,215 (−0.7%)
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2019
$2,230 (+7.2%)
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2018
$2,080
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2017
$2,080 (−1.4%)
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2016
$2,110 (−2.1%)
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2015
$2,155 (+21.8%)
$70,000 + $80,700
$150,700
2014
$1,770
$70,000 + $70,500
$140,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
2006
Sq. Ft.
1,317
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Penobscot County
APN
583986
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Room 4 Information
Type: Sunroom
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Room 6 Information
Type: Bonus Room
Level: Basement
Room 7 Information
Type: Family Room
Level: Basement
Room 8 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Walk-Out Access, Finished, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 8
Furnished: Furnished
Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Log Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,839
Building Area Source: Measured
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Patio, Porch
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1955
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,264
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 575
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $12,632.40
Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Open, Level, Wooded, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Residential
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Chemo Pond
Water Body Type: Pond
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,155
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump, Direct Vent Furnace
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Gas
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 189 Scotts Point Road, Clifton, ME 04428
Directions: GPS is accurate
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,317
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Penobscot County
APN: 583986
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Eddington School
Public PreK-1 • Assigned • 5.3mi
Holbrook School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 5.4mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 89° expected this year, 15 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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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.4 hours in
June and 2.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.