Welcome to 298 Main Street, a charming and versatile Waterville home offering possibilities for first-time buyers, downsizers, college families, or those looking for a property with rental potential. This 3-bedroom, 1½-bath 1928 home offers 1,344 square feet filled with character, including hardwood floors, original woodwork and crown molding, a hand-turned staircase, cast-iron radiators, and a sunny glassed-in porch. A full basement, walk-up attic, one-car garage, corner lot, and two driveway entrances add practical space and flexibility. Just minutes from I-95, the location puts everyday conveniences close at hand, with shopping, restaurants, and downtown Waterville nearby. Colby College and Thomas College are both a short drive away, an appealing location for college families, faculty, visitors, or buyers considering long- or short-term rental opportunities. Waterville has plenty to offer year-round. Enjoy the city's growing downtown, the Colby College Museum of Art, Waterville Opera House, Maine Film Center, and the annual Maine International Film Festival. Nearby Quarry Road Trails offers four-season outdoor recreation, including cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, running, and mountain biking. Waterville's central location in Maine's Kennebec Valley also makes it a great home base for exploring the state. Portland's celebrated restaurants, waterfront, and international airport are about 75 minutes south, while Bangor and Bangor International Airport are roughly an hour north. Maine's lakes, coast, and western mountain ski country are all within easy reach. Whether you're buying your first home, looking to simplify, purchasing a home while a family member attends college, or exploring an investment property, 298 Main St. offers a hard-to-find combination of classic Maine character, convenience, accessibility, and possibility.
Much loved 1920's vintage home conveniently located intown near shopping & other conveniences. Easy access to I-95. 3 Bedrooms, walk up attic, full basement & 1 car garage. Lovely hardwood floors & original woodwork. (Home to be sold ''as is''. (Any repairs or renovations required for financing shall be buyer's responsibility. )
MREIS #851568
Jun 14, 2007
Listed
$118,900
$88/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,106 (+31.5%)
$13,500 + $169,200
$182,700
2024
$2,362 (+0.5%)
$10,400 + $107,700
$118,100
2023
$2,350 (+54.3%)
$10,400 + $107,700
$118,100
2022
$1,523 (+1.4%)
$7,800 + $51,100
$58,900
2021
$1,502 (−1.0%)
$7,800 + $51,100
$58,900
2020
$1,517
$7,800 + $51,100
$58,900
2019
$1,517 (+1.9%)
$7,800 + $51,100
$58,900
2018
$1,488 (+8.3%)
$7,800 + $51,100
$58,900
2017
$1,374 (+2.3%)
$7,800 + $51,100
$58,900
2016
$1,343 (−17.1%)
$7,800 + $51,100
$58,900
2015
$1,621 (+1.5%)
$12,200 + $46,100
$58,300
2014
$1,597
$12,200 + $46,100
$58,300
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5,227 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
1,344
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,344
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kennebec County
APN
384552
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
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 93° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
13% 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
Waterville, ME • 04901
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 26% for direct sun exposure in Waterville. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
5.3 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 298 Main St
$223,496
$1,504 under list price of $225K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $115K to $308K.