Welcome to 740 N. Penobscot Rd. Penobscot! Thoughtfully designed and constructed by local builder, Andy Peake in 2018, this 1100 +/- sq. feet saltbox is privately situated just a few hundred feet from the road, with over 2000' feet of wildlife and woods behind, on this 28.8 acre surveyed parcel. This charming off-grid home features true rough cut 2x6 walls and exposed beams. Lots of windows enhance the southern exposure, leading to happy houseplants and lowered heating costs. Solar panels and wind turbine were installed in 2019, you can choose to remain off-grid and update the batteries, or have electricity run from the road. A two bedroom septic design has been completed for this property, and is available. Bring your imagination with you, as this homestead has plenty of room to expand, for gardens, greenhouses, and more. It's 10 minutes to Bucksport or Blue Hill, 20 to Castine and MMA, or reach Belfast, Ellsworth or Bangor in 45. Priced attractively to sell quick, don't miss this amazing opportunity.
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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
94.9%
+1.0% MoM
Median sale price
$315K
$189K MoM
Avg. days on market
34d
110 days MoM
Recently sold homes
3
1 MoM
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Sale history for 740 N Penobscot Rd
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1584923
May 16, 2024
Sold
$260,000
$228/sq ft
Apr 3, 2024
Listed
$265,000
$232/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,533 (+7.4%)
$68,100 + $93,100
$161,200
2024
$1,427 (+6.3%)
$54,200 + $74,200
$128,400
2023
$1,342 (+11.5%)
$54,200 + $74,200
$128,400
2022
$1,204 (+5.6%)
$47,200 + $58,400
$105,600
2021
$1,140 (+3.8%)
$47,200 + $58,400
$105,600
2020
$1,098 (+5.4%)
$47,200 + $58,400
$105,600
2019
$1,042 (+119.8%)
$47,200 + $51,600
$98,800
2018
$474 (−15.7%)
$47,200 + $1,700
$48,900
2017
$562 (+4.5%)
$47,200
2016
$538 (+5.3%)
$47,200
2014
$511
$52,400
Tax history for 740 N Penobscot Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,533 (+7.4%)
$68,100 + $93,100
$161,200
2024
$1,427 (+6.3%)
$54,200 + $74,200
$128,400
2023
$1,342 (+11.5%)
$54,200 + $74,200
$128,400
2022
$1,204 (+5.6%)
$47,200 + $58,400
$105,600
2021
$1,140 (+3.8%)
$47,200 + $58,400
$105,600
2020
$1,098 (+5.4%)
$47,200 + $58,400
$105,600
2019
$1,042 (+119.8%)
$47,200 + $51,600
$98,800
2018
$474 (−15.7%)
$47,200 + $1,700
$48,900
2017
$562 (+4.5%)
$47,200
2016
$538 (+5.3%)
$47,200
2014
$511
$52,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
24.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
998
Year built
2018
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hancock County
APN
1345922
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
Interior
Virtual Tour
Room 1 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Second
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Room 4 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 6 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 6
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Slab
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,140
Building Area Source: Measured
Exterior Features
Other Structures: Outhouse/Privy
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 2018
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,140
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $1,254,528
Lot Size (Acres): 28.8
Lot Size Source: Survey
Lot Features: Wooded, Near Town, Rural
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
Zoning: Unknown
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1,341.78
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove
Electric: Other Electric, Wind Turbine Seller Owned, Off Grid
Sewer: Septic Design Available, Septic Needed
Utilities On: No
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 740 N Penobscot Road, Penobscot, ME 04476
Directions: From the Shell Gas Station in Orland, turn onto ME-15 S for 3.7 miles. Turn right onto ME-199 S. In 1.5 miles, home is on right. Sign is up. From Blue Hill, travel on ME-15 N 8.6 miles. Turn left onto ME-199 S. In 1.5 miles, home is on right. Sign is up.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 998
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 24.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2018
Year Renovated: —
County: Hancock County
APN: 1345922
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Penobscot Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 88° 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
Penobscot, ME • 04476
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.5 hours in
June and 3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$289,000 – $350,000
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