488 Cottage Road in Portage offers a move-in ready home with extensive updates already completed. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home features a 2-car attached garage and has seen major renovations throughout, including updates to the siding, kitchen, bathroom, heating system, and more. The interior feels clean and refreshed, with practical living space and modern improvements that make the home easy to enjoy right away. Located only a few miles from the public beach, boat landing, and the recreation opportunities around Portage Lake, this property offers a convenient location for year-round living or a northern Maine getaway. A solid home, a long list of improvements, and close proximity to one of the area's best outdoor destinations make this one well worth a look.
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
0.95 acresLot Size
$200Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Daniel Castle Courtney Castle• NextHome Discover
Bought with Daniel Castle Courtney Castle• NextHome Discover
Est. $1,636 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 488 E Cottage Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1663505
May 22, 2026
Sold
$235,000
$200/sq ft
Apr 13, 2026
Listed
$235,000
$200/sq ft
MREIS #1050979
Sep 14, 2012
Sold
$118,700
$101/sq ft
+11
Lots of new improvements in this well maintained raised ranch home! 3 bedroom, 1 bath, open living / dining / kitchen, sunlight bright. New flooring, fresh paint, newer windows, metal roof, new frt and side porches. Energy efficient with oil and wood heat
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Single Family Residential
County
Aroostook County
APN
603000500200C
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Last updated by owner on Nov 27, 2024.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Attached Garage: Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces
Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room 1 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior Entry, Daylight, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 5
Furnished: Unfurnished
Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
Roof: Metal
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,176
Building Area Source: Public Records
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1975
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,176
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $41,382
Lot Size (Acres): 0.95
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1,819
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Water Source: Well
Water Heater: Electric
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 488 E Cottage Road, Portage Lake, ME 04768
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County: Aroostook County
APN: 603000500200C
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 27, 2024
Around this home
Schools
Ashland District School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 12.0mi
8/10
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