489 Back Rd Skowhegan, ME 04976
Estimated payment $1,286/month
Highlights
- 5.66 Acre Lot
- New Englander Architecture
- No HOA
- Wood Flooring
- 2 Fireplaces
- Shed
About This Home
Welcome to a truly special piece of Maine heritage: 489 Back Road, a tranquil, pastoral retreat that whispers stories of the past. This historic 5.66 acre parcel sits in idyllic Skowhegan, surrounded by rolling fields, mature trees, and sweeping views -- yet has the heart of a deeply rooted legacy. The property includes a spacious 2,218-square-foot home offering 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, ready to be reimagined. With its solid structure and generous layout, the home is a true canvas of possibilities, inviting you to update, restore, or redesign it to suit your vision. Originally part of the land where a young Abner Coburn was raised, this property holds profound historical significance. Coburn, who went on to become Maine's 30th governor, spent his boyhood here along the Back Road. Whether you are a history enthusiast, nature lover, or someone seeking refuge in the quiet beauty of rural Maine, 489 Back Road stands ready to welcome you into a legacy as timeless as the landscape itself.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,810
Year Built
- Built in 1790
Home Design
- New Englander Architecture
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,218 Sq Ft Home
- 2 Fireplaces
- Interior Basement Entry
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Hot Water Heating System
- Private Water Source
- Well
- Private Sewer
Additional Features
- Shed
- 5.66 Acre Lot
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 12-5
- Assessor Parcel Number SKOW-000013-000000-000012-000005
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $2,810 | $155,500 | $41,400 | $114,100 |
| 2023 | $3,014 | $170,100 | $56,000 | $114,100 |
| 2022 | $2,335 | $133,600 | $43,600 | $90,000 |
| 2021 | $2,119 | $115,500 | $43,100 | $72,400 |
| 2020 | $1,911 | $117,000 | $44,600 | $72,400 |
| 2019 | $2,017 | $117,000 | $44,600 | $72,400 |
| 2018 | $2,151 | $118,200 | $45,800 | $72,400 |
| 2017 | $2,368 | $118,400 | $46,000 | $72,400 |
| 2016 | $854 | $110,900 | $43,300 | $67,600 |
| 2015 | $1,995 | $109,000 | $41,400 | $67,600 |
| 2014 | $1,866 | $108,800 | $41,200 | $67,600 |
| 2013 | $1,763 | $107,500 | $39,900 | $67,600 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2026 02/18/26 | Price Changed | $199,999 | -10.2% | $90 / Sq Ft |
| 11/21/2025 11/21/25 | For Sale | $222,600 | -- | $100 / Sq Ft |
Source: Maine Listings
MLS Number: 1644109
APN: SKOW-000013-000000-000012
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