Step back in time and experience the charm of this beautifully preserved Victorian home, offering 2,800 square feet of living space filled with character and timeless elegance. Set on a meticulously landscaped 2.34-acre mini-estate, this property is a rare find with a perfect blend of period details and modern comforts. The main level features a spacious kitchen with granite countertops, a pantry, and a classic cast iron woodstove, along with a half bath for convenience. Entertain in the formal dining room, relax in the parlor, and enjoy gatherings in the living room, all adorned with original woodwork, trim, and vintage velour wallpaper. A first-floor bedroom adds flexibility for guests or one-level living. Upstairs, you'll find four bedrooms with gleaming wood floors and two full bathrooms. The third floor offers a large, light-filled unfinished space with endless possibilities for additional living area, studio, or home office. The detached barn features two finished office spaces on the lower level. Above, a 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment could be an income-producing rental. The barn froze 2024, plumbing, heating and boiler needs replacement. Two garages provide ample storage—one for the main house and another on the adjoining lot, which includes its own septic system and drilled well. Enjoy the outdoors with 238 feet of frontage on Spear Stream, six heritage apple trees, oriental pear trees, blueberries, blackberries, and perennial gardens. Relax on the large front porch with its grand colonnade beams, unwind in the gazebo or on the side porch, and find tranquility in your own sauna retreat. A workshop/potting shed and a whole-house propane generator complete this impressive package. All buildings are uniformly painted in a period-appropriate palette, ensuring the estate's cohesive and authentic aesthetic. Properties like this don't come around often—schedule your private showing today and experience the grandness of this Victorian estate firsthand!!!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
2.65 acresLot Size
$94Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Charlotte Lane• Coldwell Banker Sandy River Realty
Contact: 207-778-6333
Bought with Renee Knox• Fontaine Family-The Real Estate Leader
First time on the market in over 30 years, the Staples house is a meticulously maintained Victorian mini-estate. It features a 2800 square foot main house, a large barn with 2 bedroom apartment above, 2 detached garages, gazebo, and beautifully manicured grounds. The main house has hardwood floors throughout, kitchen with pantry and granite countertops, formal dining room, sauna, front and side porches, and an unfinished third floor. This area could be transformed into additional living space. House, barn, and garages are uniformly painted in a style typical of the period. The interior woodwork an trim are preserved in their original condition. The spacious 2.34 acre lot has 238' of frontage on Spear stream, and contains a legal half-acre lot. Lot has separate well and septic which can be split off from the rest of the property. A rare find, and a must see to be fully appreciated.
Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Other Equipment: Generator, Internet Access Available
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Roof: Fiberglass
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 3,680
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Porch
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Barn(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1880
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 3,680
Levels: Multi-Level
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $115,434
Lot Size (Acres): 2.65
Lot Size Source: Survey
Lot Features: Neighborhood
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: RES
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Spear Stream
Water Body Type: Stream
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,836
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Pellet Stove, Wood Stove
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Private, Well
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Location
School Information
High School District: RSU 55/MSAD 55
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 72 Main Street, Peru, ME 04290
Directions: From Towles Country Store and Dunkin Donuts in Dixfield head West on US-2 W/ Main St toward Weld Street. Turn left on N Main Street crossing the bridge. 72 Main Street will be 0.7 miles on the left.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.12 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Oxford County
APN: 408470
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Dirigo Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
3/10
T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
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Dirigo High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
4/10
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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 90° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
6% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Peru, ME • 04290
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Sun exposure
81/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$468,000 – $567,000
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