This is a unique property perched on the Penobscot with views up and down the river. It needs some TLC but it's a great opportunity to personalize and modernize. One of a kind interior with a large rock fire place shared by the living room and first floor bedroom. You will enjoy the wide pine floors, vaulted ceiling, claw foot tubs and an oversized laundry room with an old slate sink. Enjoy the wood fired cook stove in the kitchen - it comes in handy year round on cold or damp days. Large office with exterior door. One bedroom has glass windows on two sides that look out over the land and down the river. The large living space has sliding glass doors overlooking the in-ground pool and offers a view down the river. Add to this a 40 foot glassed in porch and you have room for a very large family gathering. The second floor bedrooms are separated by a unique cat walk that looks down on the first floor living space. In the basement is a large finished area with a wood stove making for a great game room. Outside there is a large garden spot which includes asparagus, raspberries, strawberries and blueberries. There is also an established composting area. The breeze from the river keeps the house comfortable in the summer and full of fresh air. This all sits on 4 acres that is within walking distance of local schools, ball fields, tennis courts and a major grocery store. The land can be subdivided for 2 additional river front lots - see the enclosed map that shows a possible division. Don't be surprised to see bald eagles as well!
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
4 acresLot Size
$167Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Earl Black• Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
Bought with Christa Boyajian• Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Carpet
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Metal
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,440
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Glass Enclosed
Pool/Spa Information
Pool Features: In Ground
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1930
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,440
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $174,240
Lot Size (Acres): 4
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Open, Right of Way, Intown, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Neighborhood
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
Zoning: RA Shoreland
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Penobscot
Water Body Type: River
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,635
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove, Hot Air
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Oil
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 22 Rowell Road, Hampden, ME 04444
Directions: Rt 1A to Hampden from Bangor. Go by Irving Station to Cottage St on the left. Follow Cottage to VFW St on left. Take VFW St to Rowell Rd. Driveway on right. Sign is up.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,440
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Penobscot County
APN: 253575
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
George B Weatherbee School
Public 2-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Reeds Brook Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
Hampden Academy
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° 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
Hampden, ME • 04444
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.5 hours in
June and 2.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$389,000 – $470,000
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