Welcome to this charming 1890s home offering endless potential for first-time buyers, downsizers, or savvy investors. With three bedrooms and one bath, this property presents a blank canvas awaiting your personal touch and updates. Situated in a desirable and convenient location, one mile from University of Maine and only a short walk to Webster Park or Downtown Orono.
Single-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
6,534 sq ftLot Size
$200Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Jessica Mertz• Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,095
Year built
1890
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Penobscot County
APN
429484
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
MDR
VILLAGE RESIDENTIAL
Medium-Density Residential District
The Medium-Density Residential District MDR is designated for land where central water and sewer facilities are available or where the installation of these facilities is feasible. Residential and other compatible and complementing uses are permitted in this district at densities dependent upon utility service available. This district is intended to house the majority of the town's permanent residents in areas and at densities consistent with the utilities.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Public service
Fire house
Police station
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room 1 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 5 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Dirt Floor, Crawl Space
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 5
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom
Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,095
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Porch
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1890
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,095
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $6,534
Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Level, Sidewalks, Intown, Neighborhood
Zoning: MDR
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,140
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Electric
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
School Information
High School District: RSU 26
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 59 Hillside Road, Orono, ME 04473
Directions: From Main Street turn onto N Main Ave, stay right on N Maine Ave. Turn left onto Hillside Rd
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,095
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: —
County: Penobscot County
APN: 429484
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Asa C Adams School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Orono Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Orono High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° 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
Orono, ME • 04473
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.4 hours in
June and 2.8 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
7.4 hrs
2.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$208,000 – $252,000
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