Discover the perfect blend of lifestyle and investment. This beautifully maintained 2.9-acre property features a fully turn-key single-family home with an ADU apartment, located in highly sought-after Gorham. The main level offers a bright and functional layout with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, an open-concept kitchen and living area, and direct access to a spacious back deck that overlooks a huge backyard with a custom-built, oversized fire pit — perfect for gatherings. The property is thoughtfully designed for outdoor living and self-sufficiency, featuring a chicken coop, sheds in both the front and back yards, and an established garden setup — ideal for those who love to grow their own food, keep backyard hens, or simply enjoy the Maine lifestyle. The real value lies below: a lower-level ADU apartment with its own private entrance. Whether you're hosting short-term guests, securing long-term tenants, or offering flexible living arrangements, this space is income-ready from day one. With a strong rental history for both long-term and short-term stays, this is a rare find for investors or owner-occupants looking to offset their mortgage.
Single-familyProperty Type
1968Year Built
2.97 acresLot Size
$283Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by Meredith Quirk• Maine Real Estate Co
Listed by T W Conner Richardson• Maine Real Estate Co
One of a kind opportunity to own a one floor living (2 bedroom, 1 bath) home with a new accessory apartment (1 bedroom, 1 bath) situated on a private 2.13 acre lot within 5 minutes of Gorham Village. New electrical with 200 amp service, heat detectors connected to security system, includes Laundry hook-up on both floors, large deck and 2 outbuilds. Won't last!
MREIS #1367220
Oct 12, 2018
Sold
$220,000
$116/sq ft
Aug 24, 2018
Listed
$209,000
$110/sq ft
+18
Clean, comfortable and convenient! Enjoy the cozy living area on the main level, an updated kitchen with granite, and a nice size family room on the lower level. An over-sized deck overlooks a pretty back yard where a patio and fire pit are ready for your house warming party! This home offers convenience to all Gorham amenities and is a quick drive to the mall. After enjoying the city life, a quick drive home makes you feel like you've stepped back into the serene country life.
MREIS #1001909
Jun 7, 2011
Sold
$166,000
$88/sq ft
Feb 4, 2011
Listed
$169,900
$90/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,677 (+0.7%)
$73,200 + $242,800
$316,000
2024
$4,645 (+6.9%)
$73,200 + $242,800
$316,000
2023
$4,345 (+7.0%)
$73,200 + $242,800
$316,000
2022
$4,061 (+33.5%)
$73,200 + $242,800
$316,000
2021
$3,042 (+2.1%)
$54,000 + $102,800
$156,800
2020
$2,979 (+0.3%)
$54,000 + $102,800
$156,800
2019
$2,971 (+13.9%)
$54,000 + $102,800
$156,800
2018
$2,608 (+6.4%)
$54,000 + $89,300
$143,300
2017
$2,450 (+0.6%)
$54,000 + $89,300
$143,300
2016
$2,436 (+4.3%)
$54,000 + $89,300
$143,300
2015
$2,336 (+7.5%)
$54,000 + $89,300
$143,300
2014
$2,173
$49,700 + $75,200
$124,900
Tax history for 49 Straw Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,677 (+0.7%)
$73,200 + $242,800
$316,000
2024
$4,645 (+6.9%)
$73,200 + $242,800
$316,000
2023
$4,345 (+7.0%)
$73,200 + $242,800
$316,000
2022
$4,061 (+33.5%)
$73,200 + $242,800
$316,000
2021
$3,042 (+2.1%)
$54,000 + $102,800
$156,800
2020
$2,979 (+0.3%)
$54,000 + $102,800
$156,800
2019
$2,971 (+13.9%)
$54,000 + $102,800
$156,800
2018
$2,608 (+6.4%)
$54,000 + $89,300
$143,300
2017
$2,450 (+0.6%)
$54,000 + $89,300
$143,300
2016
$2,436 (+4.3%)
$54,000 + $89,300
$143,300
2015
$2,336 (+7.5%)
$54,000 + $89,300
$143,300
2014
$2,173
$49,700 + $75,200
$124,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.