Welcome to 81 Downing Road, Exeter, Maine! Set on an impressive 70-acre parcel of rolling countryside, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home offers peaceful rural living with endless possibilities. Whether you're dreaming of a small hobby farm, a private retreat, a hunting camp, or space to roam and explore, this property delivers. Inside, you'll find a warm and inviting layout with comfortable living spaces ready for your personal touch. The surrounding acreage features open fields and wooded areas —perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, gardeners, or anyone seeking privacy and connection with nature. Enjoy the serenity of country life while still being within easy reach of nearby towns and amenities. If you've been looking for a property with character, potential, and plenty of room to breathe, 81 Downing Road is ready to welcome you home.
Single-familyProperty Type
70 acresLot Size
$217Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by Scott Reiff Denise Reiff• Coldwell Banker Realty
Year round home or camp? you decide. 55 gorgeous acres w maple and apple trees in WMD 17. Located on a quiet country road where deer and wild turkeys are your neighbors. low taxes. Homestead here. Home features 3 beds, 1 bath, first floor laundry, spacious kitchen and living room w woodstove. Attached workshop and shed, small front porch. Outbuildings for more storage. All the big ticket items are done with a newer fha furnace, roof shingles and septic system. call now.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,596 (+2.2%)
$67,000 + $70,000
$137,000
2024
$1,561 (+14.4%)
$69,000 + $65,000
$134,000
2023
$1,364 (+47.6%)
$55,000 + $55,000
$110,000
2021
$924 (+1.1%)
$54,000 + $12,000
$66,000
2020
$914 (−3.2%)
$54,000 + $12,000
$66,000
2019
$944 (−7.7%)
$54,000 + $12,000
$66,000
2018
$1,023 (−10.9%)
$54,000 + $12,000
$66,000
2017
$1,148 (+13.0%)
$54,000 + $12,000
$66,000
2016
$1,016 (+1.1%)
$54,000 + $12,000
$66,000
2015
$1,005 (+5.5%)
$53,800 + $11,900
$65,700
2014
$953
$53,800 + $11,900
$65,700
Tax history for 81 Downing Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,596 (+2.2%)
$67,000 + $70,000
$137,000
2024
$1,561 (+14.4%)
$69,000 + $65,000
$134,000
2023
$1,364 (+47.6%)
$55,000 + $55,000
$110,000
2021
$924 (+1.1%)
$54,000 + $12,000
$66,000
2020
$914 (−3.2%)
$54,000 + $12,000
$66,000
2019
$944 (−7.7%)
$54,000 + $12,000
$66,000
2018
$1,023 (−10.9%)
$54,000 + $12,000
$66,000
2017
$1,148 (+13.0%)
$54,000 + $12,000
$66,000
2016
$1,016 (+1.1%)
$54,000 + $12,000
$66,000
2015
$1,005 (+5.5%)
$53,800 + $11,900
$65,700
2014
$953
$53,800 + $11,900
$65,700
*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
—
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
58 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
914
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Penobscot County
APN
458106
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 3 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Bonus Room
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Room 6 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 6
Interior Features: Pantry, Storage
Furnished: Unfurnished
Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dryer
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Laminate
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,312
Building Area Source: Public Records
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 999
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,312
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $3,049,200
Lot Size (Acres): 70
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Pasture/Field, Open, Level, Wooded, Rural
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
Zoning: RES
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1,561
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Wood Stove, Forced Air
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 81 Downing Road, Exeter, ME 04435
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 914
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 58 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Penobscot County
APN: 458106
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
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Transit
Ridge View Community School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 9.0mi
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Dexter Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.2mi
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Estimated sale price
$271,000 – $328,000
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