Come and take a look at this lovely residence located in Penobscot, Maine. This charming 1820s cape-style home features three bedrooms, two bonus rooms, and two bathrooms, providing 2400+/- square feet of living space. You'll appreciate the home's historical charm, with its original details, such as exposed beams, wood floors, and a fireplace that adds character. The home has a few modern upgrades, such as the kitchen counters and heat pumps for air conditioning. The first floor has the living room, kitchen, dining room, a full bathroom, and two bonus rooms. The second floor offers three bedrooms and one full bathroom. The dining room showcases wood beams and a cathedral ceiling, creating a spacious and elegant atmosphere. Let's remember the barn that provides plenty of storage space and a paved driveway for easy access. Surrounded by beautiful scenery, including mature apple trees, gardens, a patio, and a lovely lawn, the home also offers picturesque views of Blue Hill Mountain. This location has high-speed internet. This property is conveniently located near Blue Hill, Bucksport, Castine, and Ellsworth, offering easy access to various amenities and attractions. With 2.8 acres of land and the largest lilac bush, this home is perfect for those who appreciate historical charm and scenic beauty.
Single-familyProperty Type
1820Year Built
2.8 acresLot Size
$183Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by Susan {Sue} Mooney• Realty of Maine
Bought with Debra Hutchins• Blue Hill Peninsula Realty + Rentals
Bought with Annalee Grindal• Blue Hill Peninsula Realty + Rentals
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Market trends in 04476, ME
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-List Price
94.0%
2.7% MoM
Median sale price
$504K
$49K MoM
Avg. days on market
145d
111 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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1 MoM
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Sale history for 608 N Penobscot Rd
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1588291
Jul 19, 2024
Sold
$436,000
$182/sq ft
May 3, 2024
Listed
$429,000
$179/sq ft
MREIS #1349887
Oct 10, 2018
Sold
$192,500
$80/sq ft
Aug 31, 2018
Price Changed
$209,000
$87/sq ft
Jul 11, 2018
Price Changed
$219,900
$92/sq ft
Jun 15, 2018
Price Changed
$224,900
$94/sq ft
May 11, 2018
Listed
$229,000
$95/sq ft
+21
Well maintained 1820's Cape with many original details. 3 Bedroom 2 Bath, Dining-room with Cathedral ceiling, Fireplace, exposed beams, and wood floors. Large Barn and paved drive. Picturesque views of Blue Hill Mountain. Grounds include mature apple trees, gardens, patio and manicured lawn. This is a true classic! Conveniently located near Blue Hill, Bucksport, Castine & Ellsworth!
MREIS #1287828
Feb 2, 2018
Sold
$162,500
$68/sq ft
May 11, 2017
Price Changed
$275,000
$115/sq ft
Mar 11, 2017
Price Changed
$295,000
$123/sq ft
Nov 5, 2016
Listed
$325,000
$135/sq ft
+28
Beautiful Cape home with open kitchen, dining, living areas and spectacular views. This immaculate, 7 rm, 2 full bath house with many new upgrades on 2 acres is extremely functional. A large family room with fireplace at one end of the house with a private office area at the other end. An open living room with curved balconies overhead. 2nd floor bdrms set apart with an en suite off the master bdrm. All this plus a large barn. NOTICE!!! Property to be auctioned on Oct. 26th, 11:00AM through Keenan Auctions.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,602 (+7.5%)
$56,300 + $217,300
$273,600
2024
$2,421 (+6.3%)
$44,800 + $173,100
$217,900
2023
$2,277 (+5.4%)
$44,800 + $173,100
$217,900
2022
$2,161 (+5.5%)
$39,000 + $150,600
$189,600
2021
$2,048 (+3.9%)
$39,000 + $150,600
$189,600
2020
$1,972 (−1.4%)
$39,000 + $150,600
$189,600
2019
$2,000 (+8.8%)
$39,000 + $150,600
$189,600
2018
$1,839 (−23.1%)
$39,000 + $150,600
$189,600
2017
$2,392 (+4.4%)
$50,400 + $150,600
$201,000
2016
$2,291 (+5.2%)
$50,400 + $150,600
$201,000
2014
$2,177
$56,000 + $167,300
$223,300
Tax history for 608 N Penobscot Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,602 (+7.5%)
$56,300 + $217,300
$273,600
2024
$2,421 (+6.3%)
$44,800 + $173,100
$217,900
2023
$2,277 (+5.4%)
$44,800 + $173,100
$217,900
2022
$2,161 (+5.5%)
$39,000 + $150,600
$189,600
2021
$2,048 (+3.9%)
$39,000 + $150,600
$189,600
2020
$1,972 (−1.4%)
$39,000 + $150,600
$189,600
2019
$2,000 (+8.8%)
$39,000 + $150,600
$189,600
2018
$1,839 (−23.1%)
$39,000 + $150,600
$189,600
2017
$2,392 (+4.4%)
$50,400 + $150,600
$201,000
2016
$2,291 (+5.2%)
$50,400 + $150,600
$201,000
2014
$2,177
$56,000 + $167,300
$223,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.