$165,000
$15K PRICE DROP

23 S Main St Athens, ME 04912

Estimated payment $1,025/month

Total Views 5,184
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,500 Sq Ft
$66 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Barn
  • New Englander Architecture
  • Corner Lot
  • Athens Community School Rated A-
  • Attic
  • No HOA

About This Home

Welcome to 23 Main Street in the heart of Athens—a highly visible and character-filled property with lots of potential. Situated on the corner of Main Street (Route 150) and School Street, this landmark building offers the perfect opportunity to launch or expand your business in a charming rural setting with steady traffic en route to Bingham, Abbot, and Greenville. This. The property has a freshly painted exterior, new well pump in 2023,and new roof in 2021. The first floor, formerly a general store and local restaurant, still features the original bar stools—a nostalgic nod to its vibrant past. With an open layout and flexible commercial space, it's ready for your creative vision, whether you're considering a cafe, retail shop, or office.
Upstairs, you'll find a 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment, ideal for owner-occupancy or additional rental income. A modern heat pump ensures year-round comfort. The third floor provides high ceiling storage space, offering room to grow with your needs.
Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to bring new life to this space - or an investor seeking a mixed-use property in a high-visibility location, 23 Main Street is worth a closer look.
Schedule your showing today and explore all the ways this unique property can work for you.

Listing Agent

Christopher Voynik

Listings Direct Listed on: 06/06/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,831

Year Built

  • Built in 1913

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Property is zoned Bus

Home Design

  • New Englander Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,500 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Home Office
  • Formica Countertops
  • Attic

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Dirt Floor
  • Natural lighting in basement

Parking

  • Tandem Parking
  • Gravel Driveway
  • On-Site Parking
  • Off-Site Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heat Pump System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Natural Gas Not Available
  • Private Water Source
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic System
  • Private Sewer
  • Internet Available
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Shed
  • City Lot
  • Barn

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Community Storage Space

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 46
  • Assessor Parcel Number 23MainStreetAthens04912

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,831

Year Built

Built in 1913

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Directions: From downtown Skowhegan take Rt 150 (North Ave). Follow North Ave for 12 miles. Property is on the right. Property is across from Athens Fire Dept. GPS will take you to the wrong address!
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2500.0
  • Architectural Style: Other, New Englander
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Efficiency: Thermostat
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Location Information:Leased Land: No
  • Location Information:HERS Certified: No
  • Contract Information:List PriceSqFt: 66.0
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Lot Size Acres -: 0.14
  • Property Information:Total Baths: 2.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2500.0
  • Property Information:Garage: No
  • Site:Corner Lot: Yes
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Water Info:Water Frontage2: No
  • Water Info:Water View2: No
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Basement:Daylight: Yes
  • Basement:Walkout Access: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Heat System:Baseboard: Yes
  • Heat System:Hot Water: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Oil: Yes
  • Floors:Carpet: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Basement Entry:Interior: Yes
  • Amenities:Storage: Yes
  • Heat System:Heat Pump: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Electric: Yes
  • Cooling:Heat Pump3: Yes
  • Water Heater:Electric2: Yes
  • Amenities:Laundry - Hookup: Yes
  • Amenities:Shower: Yes
  • Basement:Unfinished: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Poured Concrete: Yes
  • Amenities:Laundry - 2nd Floor: Yes
  • Living Room:Living Room: Yes
  • Floors:Laminate: Yes
  • Gas:No Gas: Yes
  • Parking:On Site2: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Block3: Yes
  • Exterior:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Amenities:Bathtub: Yes
  • Office:Office: Yes
  • Sewer:Private Sewer: Yes
  • Basement:Dirt Floor: Yes
  • Amenities:Attic: Yes
  • Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
  • Basement:Slab2: Yes
  • Water:Private2: Yes
  • Driveway:Gravel: Yes
  • Equipment:Internet Access Available: Yes
  • Site:RollingSloping: Yes
  • Parking:Off Site: Yes
  • Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
  • Sewer:Septic Existing on Site: Yes
  • Water:Well Existing on Site: Yes
  • Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
  • Kitchen Countertop:Formica: Yes
  • Equipment:Cable: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Utility Info Electric On Site: Yes
  • Water Heater:Tank: Yes
  • Basement:Sump Pump: Yes
  • Style:New Englander: Yes
  • Electric:Fuses: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Programmable Thermostat: Yes
  • Parking:Tandem2: Yes
  • Other Structures:Shed: Yes
  • Other Structures:Barn: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Advertising Remarks:Advertising Remarks: Welcome to 23 Main Street in the heart of Athens—a highly visible and character-filled property with lots of potential. Situated on the corner of Main Street (Route 150) and School Street, this landmark building offers the perfect opportunity to launch or expand your business in a charming rural setting with steady traffic en route to Bingham, Abbot, and Greenville. This. The property has a freshly painted exterior, new well pump in 2023,and new roof in 2021. The first floor, formerly a general store and local restaurant, still features the original bar stools—a nostalgic nod to its vibrant past. With an open layout and flexible commercial space, it's ready for your creative vision, whether you're considering a café, retail shop, or office. Upstairs, you'll find a 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment, ideal for owner-occupancy or additional rental income. A modern heat pump ensures year-round comfort. The third floor provides high ceiling storage space, offering room to grow with your needs. Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to bring new life to this space - or an investor seeking a mixed-use property in a high-visibility location, 23 Main Street is worth a closer look. Schedule your showing today and explore all the ways this unique property can work for you.
  • Property Information 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable
  • Has Basement: Interior, Walk-Out Access, Dirt Floor, Daylight, Full, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Bathtub, Pantry, Shower, Storage
  • Full Basement: Yes
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Kitchen Kitchen Level: Second
  • Living Room Living Room Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1:Bedroom 1 Level: Second

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Open, Corner Lot, Intown, Near Town
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter, Slab
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Barn(s)
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel, Off Site, On Site, Tandem

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Upper Level, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Hot Water, Heat Pump, Baseboard
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: On Site, Fuses, Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Well, Private

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6098.4
  • Parcel #: 23MainStreetAthens04912
  • Zoning: Bus

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1830.55
  • Tax Lot: 46
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

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
2024 $2,179 $106,295 $23,610 $82,685
2023 $2,147 $98,700 $26,800 $71,900
2022 $1,743 $82,000 $26,800 $55,200
2021 $1,763 $82,000 $26,800 $55,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/09/2025 07/09/25 Price Changed $165,000 -2.9% $66 / Sq Ft
06/24/2025 06/24/25 Price Changed $170,000 -2.9% $68 / Sq Ft
06/17/2025 06/17/25 Price Changed $175,000 -2.8% $70 / Sq Ft
06/06/2025 06/06/25 For Sale $180,000 -- $72 / Sq Ft
Source: Maine Listings

Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1625707

Maine Listings

APN: ATHE M:015 L:046

Maine Somerset County Athens 04912

23 S Main St, Athens, ME

For Sale

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