A one of a kind find, a possible family compound, business opportunity and or multi-family use. Spanning 213+/- acres of natural un-harvested timber land running along both sides of the road. This surveyed property includes a brook, elevated countryside & room for possible development. The original home is early 19th century w/ major additions built on in 2009. Offering 4BR/3BA this home features spacious rooms w/ cathedral ceilings, natural light, pine ceilings & wood floors. Amenities incl. double kitchens & laundry rooms, lower level heated 2 car garage, decks & more. That's not all, property includes a massive 30,000+ square foot chicken barn once renovated & used as a rope manufacturing company. The building features 3-phase power converter, three stories, plumbing, workshops, well & septic, heat, loading dock & more. The opportunities are truly endless. Property is cross posted with different options and acreages, see MLS #'s 1537019,1563958,1563952,1537015.
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Granite, Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Metal, Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 3,522
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Barn(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1900
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 3,522
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $9,278,280
Lot Size (Acres): 213
Lot Size Source: Survey
Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Pasture/Field, Open, Agricultural, Farm, Wooded, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: None
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $6,122.74
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Stove, Hot Water, Direct Vent Furnace, Baseboard
Electric: Three Phase, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 231 Ward Road, Prospect, ME 04981
Directions: From the intersection of Route 1A & Route 174 in Prospect, take Hawes Bridge Rd. 2.2 miles to a right onto Clark Rd and then a right onto Ward Rd. Continue 1.1 miles approx. to 219 & 231 Ward Rd. on your right. Chicken barn is 219 & house is 231. Sign up.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 198 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Waldo County
APN: 597938
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
G Herbert Jewett School
Public PreK-K • Assigned • 5.9mi
Bucksport Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 6.5mi
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Bucksport High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.1mi
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° 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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Estimated sale price
$910,000 – $1.10M
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