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Single-familyProperty Type
1862Year Built
6,098 sq ftLot Size
$173Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Laurie Smallidge• Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
Have you been looking for a house that doesn't break the bank? Well your in luck. Welcome to 198 3rd street a house that has the original charm of the 1800s with a modern touch. This house offers 4 Bedrooms. 2 full baths. The lay out is very open and flows very nice. When you enter the house you will be greeted by a 3 season sun porch that you can sip coffee in the morning or ice tea on those late summer nights. Just because your in the city doesn't mean you can't have the county feels. In the back yard you have a open space for all your guest to enjoy BBQ. The kitchen is fairly spacious and has lots of cabinet space in the house. The home has undergone numerous renovations throughout the years, including brand-new foundation walls. Energy efficiency with natural gas. The 4th Bedroom can be a great master bedroom or a in-law has a separate entrance. I can assure you that you will want to act quickly on this.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$3,775 (+6.3%)
$17,700 + $185,800
$203,500
2023
$3,550 (+8.1%)
$17,700 + $167,700
$185,400
2022
$3,284 (+4.5%)
$17,700 + $143,300
$161,000
2021
$3,144 (+1.4%)
$16,400 + $124,600
$141,000
2020
$3,102 (+4.3%)
$15,900 + $117,800
$133,700
2019
$2,974 (+5.6%)
$15,900 + $113,400
$129,300
2018
$2,816 (+4.0%)
$15,900 + $106,800
$122,700
2017
$2,708 (+2.5%)
$15,900 + $104,200
$120,100
2016
$2,642 (+2.5%)
$15,900 + $101,500
$117,400
2015
$2,577 (+2.7%)
$15,900 + $101,500
$117,400
2014
$2,509
$15,900 + $99,200
$115,100
Tax history for 198 3rd St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$3,775 (+6.3%)
$17,700 + $185,800
$203,500
2023
$3,550 (+8.1%)
$17,700 + $167,700
$185,400
2022
$3,284 (+4.5%)
$17,700 + $143,300
$161,000
2021
$3,144 (+1.4%)
$16,400 + $124,600
$141,000
2020
$3,102 (+4.3%)
$15,900 + $117,800
$133,700
2019
$2,974 (+5.6%)
$15,900 + $113,400
$129,300
2018
$2,816 (+4.0%)
$15,900 + $106,800
$122,700
2017
$2,708 (+2.5%)
$15,900 + $104,200
$120,100
2016
$2,642 (+2.5%)
$15,900 + $101,500
$117,400
2015
$2,577 (+2.7%)
$15,900 + $101,500
$117,400
2014
$2,509
$15,900 + $99,200
$115,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,820
Year built
1862
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Penobscot County
APN
285949
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
URD-1
Urban Residence 1 District
The Urban Residence 1 District is established to enhance and protect the essential established characteristics of certain traditional, low-density residential areas of mostly single-family detached dwellings or, where such development is desired, to promote and encourage a suitable environment for family life.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 6 Information
Type: Family Room
Level: First
Room 7 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Full, Sump Pump
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Laminate
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,820
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Porch
Fencing: Fenced
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1862
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,820
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $6,098.40
Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Open, Corner Lot, Level, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Near Town
Zoning: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,775
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Gas
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 198 3rd Street, Bangor, ME 04401
Directions: Located on the corner of Third Street and Sydney Street. GPS Friendly.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,820
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1862
Year Renovated: —
County: Penobscot County
APN: 285949
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Vine Street School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
James F. Doughty School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
Bangor High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
6/10
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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 91° 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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Historical weather
Bangor, ME • 04401
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.5 hours in
June and 2.9 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$299,000 – $362,000
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