$115,000
SOLD APR 29, 2026

42 Front St Sumner, ME 04292

-- Bed
2 Baths
1,635 Sq Ft
7,841 Sq Ft Lot Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 29, 2026

$70 Per Sq Ft

38% Below List Price

337 on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • New Englander Architecture

About This Home

As of April 2026

Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully updated and historically significant 2-unit building in the heart of Sumner. Once serving as the town's post office, this well-known Front Street landmark blends timeless character with modern convenience--ideal for investors or owner-occupants alike. Each of the three units features its own separate meter and a brand-new, energy-efficient heating system. Major updates throughout the building include a new roof and updated windows, ensuring long-term comfort and reduced maintenance costs. The spacious top-floor unit offers generous living space and is large enough to accommodate a family comfortably--perfect for owner-occupancy or generating strong rental income. Potential for third unit, subject to septic upgrade and municipal approval. With thoughtful updates and historical charm, this property stands out as a turnkey investment in a prime location. Whether you're looking to expand your rental portfolio or live in one unit while offsetting your mortgage with rental income from the others, this versatile property checks all the boxes.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marla Winship

Meservier & Associates Listed on: 04/18/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

NON-MREIS AGENT

Non MREIS Agency

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,794

Year Built

  • Built in 1860

Home Design

  • 1,635 Sq Ft Home
  • New Englander Architecture
  • Shingle Roof

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Private Water Source
  • Private Sewer

Additional Features

  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 43
  • Assessor Parcel Number SUMN-000003-000000-000043U

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 2 Units

Building Details

  • Operating Expense $3,462
  • Gross Income $7,800

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,794

Year Built

Built in 1860

Lot Details

7,841 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential Income
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1635.0
  • Architectural Style: New Englander
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1860
  • Contract Information:List PriceSqFt: 94.8
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Water Info:Water View2: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Bulkhead
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront: No
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Water Source: Private

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7840.8
  • Parcel #: SUMN-000003-000000-000043U
  • Zoning: Rural Residential

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Annual Gross Income: 7800.0
  • Annual Operating Expense: 3462.13

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1794.42
  • Tax Lot: 43
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2025
Closed on
Apr 29, 2026
Sold by
Cote Robert
Bought by
Laverty Patton
Seller's Agent
Marla Winship
Meservier & Associates
Buyer's Agent
NON-MREIS AGENT
Non MREIS Agency
List Price
$186,000
Sold Price
$115,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$71,000
-38.17%
Views
74

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
24467.96%
Original Mortgage
$95,000
Outstanding Balance
$95,000
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$65,000

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2018
Closed on
Dec 17, 2018
Sold by
Whitmore James
Bought by
Cote Robert R
Seller's Agent
Doreen Jackson
Fontaine Family-The Real Estate Leader
Buyer's Agent
Doreen Jackson
Bean Group
List Price
$42,500
Sold Price
$35,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,500
-17.65%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.52%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2008
Sold by
Campbell Steven and Bachelder Tony A
Bought by
Whitmore James
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $0 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/29/2026 04/29/26 Sold $115,000 -25.8% $70 / Sq Ft
03/21/2026 03/21/26 Pending -- -- --
07/16/2025 07/16/25 Price Changed $155,000 -8.8% $95 / Sq Ft
05/20/2025 05/20/25 Price Changed $170,000 -8.6% $104 / Sq Ft
04/18/2025 04/18/25 For Sale $186,000 +431.4% $114 / Sq Ft
12/17/2018 12/17/18 Sold $35,000 -17.6% $32 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/27/2018 09/27/18 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2018 06/12/18 For Sale $42,500 -- $38 / Sq Ft
Source: Maine Listings

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
2025 $2,153 $138,032 $31,680 $106,352
2024 $1,794 $138,032 $31,680 $106,352
2023 $1,379 $65,333 $19,520 $45,813
2022 $1,349 $65,333 $19,520 $45,813
2021 $1,349 $65,333 $19,520 $45,813
2020 $1,349 $65,333 $19,520 $45,813
2019 $1,330 $65,333 $19,520 $45,813
2018 $1,261 $65,333 $19,520 $45,813
2017 $730 $39,881 $19,520 $20,361
2016 $676 $39,881 $19,520 $20,361
2015 $654 $39,881 $19,520 $20,361
2014 $638 $39,881 $19,520 $20,361
2013 $626 $39,881 $19,520 $20,361
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1619527

Maine Listings

APN: SUMN-000003-000000-000043U

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