This charming farmhouse, known as The Harris Homestead, has been lovingly lived in by the same family for years. It features two bedrooms, 1 full bath, a den, a first-floor laundry room, an attached 1-car garage, a detached 2-car garage, attic storage, a paved driveway with turn-around area and lovely perennial gardens. The location feels rural although convenient to Minot Center and is minutes from Auburn shopping. There is a drilled well, a private septic system and a storage shed. The home comes fully applianced with refrigerator, gas range, dishwasher, microwave, freezer, washer and dryer. Home is being sold in AS-IS condition. The exterior trim and eaves have some peeling paint. This home was occupied until recently and all components are up and running. OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED.
Single-familyProperty Type
1863Year Built
0.67 acresLot Size
$268Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Kelly Pitman• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northeast Real Estate
Bought with Rachel Lorraine• Maine Real Estate Agency
Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Laminate, Carpet
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,058
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Year Built: 1863
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,058
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $29,185.20
Lot Size (Acres): 0.67
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Level, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Rural Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1,926
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Has Cooling
Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 28 Hardscrabble Road, Poland, ME 04274
Directions: From Minot Avenue (Route 11) turn onto Empire Road (near Minot Country Store). Continue over the Little Androscoggin River and turn left onto Hardscrabble Road. Home is on the right. See the Harris Homestead sign in the front yard.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,058
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.67 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1863
Year Renovated: —
County: Androscoggin County
APN: 276621
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 31, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Poland Community School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 3.9mi
4/10
Bruce M Whittier Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi
7/10
Poland Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi
4/10
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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 92° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
11% 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$270,000 – $327,000
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