About this home
Back on the market with major improvements! If you've been looking for a historic home to renovate, restore, or make your own, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for! Dating back to approximately 1790, this antique Cape is believed to be one of Fairfield's oldest surviving homes. Rich in history and full of potential, this property offers an opportunity to own a piece of Maine's past. Since being listed earlier this year, the property has undergone several significant improvements, including a brand-new 5-bedroom septic system, a new deck, new windows and doors, and an updated downstairs bathroom! Currently configured as a two-family home, the property offers flexibility for investors, owner-occupants, or anyone looking to convert it back into a spacious single-family residence. The main home features a large kitchen with ample cabinet space, a separate dining room, a cozy living room with a wood stove, and a spacious family room with built-in shelving. A first-floor bedroom and full bathroom complete the main level. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms and another full bathroom. The vacant apartment features two generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom, offering potential for rental income, multigenerational living, or additional living space. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout much of the home add to its timeless character. Situated on 2.1 surveyed acres, the property also features a large three-car garage, a paved driveway, and an in-ground swimming pool that has not been used in many years. Looking for more land? This property is also available with a total of 8 acres for $365,000! With several big-ticket improvements already completed, the next owner can continue bringing this historic property back to life. Whether you're looking for an investment, renovation project, or a home with character and acreage, the possibilities are endless. Don't miss your chance to make this piece of Fairfield history your own!
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Listed by Listing Agent · Real Broker · MLS #1687071
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Details at a glance
Interior5 property facts
- Rooms
- 12
- Heating
- Electric, Oil, Wood, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Wood Stove
- Cooling
- Heat Pump
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood
- Fireplaces
- 1
Building5 property facts
- Style
- Duplex
- Year built
- 1790
- Garage
- 3
- Foundation
- Stone
- Roof
- Shingle
Land & utilities4 property facts
- Lot size
- 2.1 acres
- Water
- Private, Well
- Sewer
- Private Sewer
- Zoning
- Rural
Financial2 property facts
- Annual taxes
- $3,664
- Assessment year
- 2026
Location
Estimated monthly cost
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Known monthly costs$1,797 / monthAdjust
- Principal & interest
- $1,492
- Property tax
- $305
- Insurance
- Not entered
- HOA
- Not entered
Listing annual taxes: $3,664. Initial monthly tax is one twelfth of that amount. HOA amount was not supplied.
Partial estimate: add insurance, monthly HOA to include those costs. Blank amounts are unknown.
The initial 6.5% rate is illustrative, not a current rate or lender quote. Excludes utilities, maintenance, closing costs and mortgage insurance, which may apply with a down payment below 20%. Taxes and insurance can change.
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