NOT LISTED FOR SALE

17 Bruce St Machias, ME 04654

-- Bed
4 Baths
1,650 Sq Ft
6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: February 10, 2025

Last sale price $337,500 $205 Per Sq Ft

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean Front
  • Deck
  • Interior Lot
  • Nearby Water Access
  • No HOA
  • Cooling Available

About This Home

As of February 2025

LOOKING FOR A MULTI-FAMILY INVESTMENT PROPERTY WITH NO RENOVATIONS NEEDED? The heavy lifting has been done with this in-town, multi-family property consisting of four studio apartments with dedicated off-street parking for each unit. In the current configuration, the two main level units are unfurnished while the two second level units are fully furnished. Over the past several months, the units have been occupied by a combination of short-and long-term tenants. There are numerous possibilities for future tenants such as traveling medical professionals, workforce housing, university faculty or students, and vacation rentals. Another option is to owner occupy one unit and generate income from the other three.
The cozy units have been tastefully finished and reflect both simplicity and functionality. Each unit has a kitchen with upgraded cabinetry and solid surface countertops, a bathroom with shower, and a sizable combined living room/bedroom area. The second level units share an outdoor deck. There is the possibility to expand up by using the large attic to provide more living space for one or both second level units. Each unit has an energy efficient heat pump. The convenient intown location is within walking distance to amenities such as shops, eateries, library, post office, university, and much more. The Machias Bay area is the perfect spot for residents and visitors to enjoy a wide-range of outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, biking, and ATVing. Nearby Jasper Beach, Roque Bluffs State Park, and the Bold Coast Trail are local treasures. Machias was settled in 1763 and serves as the commercial, educational, medical, cultural, and governmental center of Maine's easternmost county.
A rare find in today's marketplace, this multi-family property was extensively renovated in 2024. This is an excellent investment opportunity in Machias with a strong demand for rental properties. Furniture in the second level units conveys. Seller concessions available.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Shirley Erickson

The Christopher Group, LLC Listed on: 11/30/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Andy Yau

RE/MAX Shoreline

RE/MAX Shoreline

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,987

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Ocean Front
  • Interior Lot
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Concrete Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • 1,650 Sq Ft Home
  • Laminate Flooring

Parking

  • No Driveway
  • Paved Parking
  • On-Site Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Nearby Water Access
  • River Nearby
  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near shops
  • City Lot

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heat Pump System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Natural Gas Not Available
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Security camera system
  • Tax Lot 65
  • Assessor Parcel Number 17BruceStreetMachias04654

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 4 Units

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Building Details

  • Operating Expense $7,750
  • Gross Income $48,300

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,987

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential Income
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Directions: From Route 1 in downtown Machias, turn on Center Street. Take first right on Court Street and then take second left on Bruce Street. Follow Bruce Street to #17 on the right.
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1650.0
  • Architectural Style: Other Style
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Location Information:Leased Land: No
  • Contract Information:List PriceSqFt: 218.12
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Lot Size Acres -: 0.14
  • Property Information:Total Baths: 4.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1650.0
  • Property Information:Garage: No
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Water Info:Water Frontage2: No
  • Water Info:Water View2: No
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Heat System:Baseboard: Yes
  • Parking:Off Street: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Water:Public3: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Heat System:Heat Pump: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Electric: Yes
  • Cooling:Heat Pump3: Yes
  • Water Heater:Electric2: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Poured Concrete: Yes
  • Floors:Laminate: Yes
  • Gas:No Gas: Yes
  • Roof:Composition2: Yes
  • Property Information:Number of Units: 4
  • Income Expenses Gross Income: 48300.0
  • Income Expenses Operating Expenses: 7750.0
  • Parking:On Site2: Yes
  • Parking:Paved3: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Oceanfront: Yes
  • Recreational Water:RiverBrookStream: Yes
  • Equipment:Internet Access Available: Yes
  • Driveway:No Driveway: Yes
  • Advertising Remarks:Advertising Remarks: LOOKING FOR A MULTI-FAMILY INVESTMENT PROPERTY WITH NO RENOVATIONS NEEDED? The heavy lifting has been done with this in-town, multi-family property consisting of four studio apartments with dedicated off-street parking for each unit. In the current configuration, the two main level units are unfurnished while the two second level units are fully furnished. Over the past several months, the units have been occupied by a combination of short-and long-term tenants. There are numerous possibilities for future tenants such as traveling medical professionals, workforce housing, university faculty or students, and vacation rentals. Another option is to owner occupy one unit and generate income from the other three. The cozy units have been tastefully finished and reflect both simplicity and functionality. Each unit has a kitchen with upgraded cabinetry and solid surface countertops, a bathroom with shower, and a sizable combined living room/bedroom area. The second level units share an outdoor deck. There is the possibility to expand up by using the large attic to provide more living space for one or both second level units. Each unit has an energy efficient heat pump. The convenient intown location is within walking distance to amenities such as shops, eateries, library, post office, university, and much more. The Machias Bay area is the perfect spot for residents and visitors to enjoy a wide-range of outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, biking, and ATVing. Nearby Jasper Beach, Roque Bluffs State Park, and the Bold Coast Trail are local treasures. Machias was settled in 1763 and serves as the commercial, educational, medical, cultural, and governmental center of Maine's easternmost county. A rare find in today's marketplace, this multi-family property was extensively renovated in 2024. This is an excellent investment opportunity in Machias with a strong demand for rental properties. Furniture in the second level units conveys. Seller concessions available.
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  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: None, Not Applicable
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Location:Interior Lot: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level, Interior Lot, Intown, Near Shopping, Neighborhood
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exclusions: Security camera system
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Patio And Porch Features:Deck: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: No Driveway, 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site, Paved, Off Street

Utilities

  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Baseboard
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6098.4
  • Parcel #: 17BruceStreetMachias04654
  • Zoning: None

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 4
  • Annual Gross Income: 48300.0
  • Annual Operating Expense: 7750.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1987.0
  • Tax Lot: 65
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 27, 2015
Closed on
Jun 11, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jefferson Clark
RE/MAX Hills and Harbors Realty
Buyer's Agent
Nicole Ball
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
List Price
$35,000
Sold Price
$36,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
2.86%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
0.0365%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$36,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $268,000
Closed $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/10/2025 02/10/25 Sold $337,500 -6.2% $205 / Sq Ft
12/07/2024 12/07/24 Pending -- -- --
11/30/2024 11/30/24 For Sale $359,900 +899.7% $218 / Sq Ft
06/10/2015 06/10/15 Sold $36,000 +2.9% $18 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/21/2015 04/21/15 Pending -- -- --
03/25/2015 03/25/15 For Sale $35,000 -- $18 / Sq Ft
Source: Maine Listings

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,071 $120,400 $31,900 $88,500
2024 $1,776 $120,400 $31,900 $88,500
2023 $1,682 $74,100 $22,300 $51,800
2022 $1,604 $73,900 $22,300 $51,600
2021 $1,530 $73,900 $22,300 $51,600
2020 $1,530 $73,900 $22,300 $51,600
2019 $1,604 $73,900 $22,300 $51,600
2018 $1,604 $73,900 $22,300 $51,600
2017 $1,559 $73,900 $22,300 $51,600
2015 $1,797 $88,500 $22,300 $66,200
2014 $1,770 $88,500 $22,300 $66,200
2013 -- $88,500 $22,300 $66,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1610395

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