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Property Description
Set along 745 feet of Penobscot River shoreline, this unique coastal Maine property offers panoramic views of the iconic Penobscot Narrows Bridge, timeless character, and exceptional investment potential. Main home features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths (one on main level), blending charm w/ thoughtful modern updates. Beautifully landscaped grounds and mature plantings create a peaceful waterfront setting perfect for year-round living or a seasonal retreat. Above the detached two-car garage, with its own private entrance, is a 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment with a previous rental history--ideal for guests, extended family, or supplemental income. Conveniently located between Midcoast and Downeast Maine, the property is just minutes from Fort Knox State Historic Site, the Penobscot Narrows Observatory, and an easy drive to Ellsworth, Mount Desert Island, and Acadia National Park. Positioned along a popular tourism corridor, the expansive grounds offer exciting possibilities for additional investment endeavors. Recent improvements include a renovated kitchen w/ new cabinetry, plumbing, and water filtration; updated bathrooms; rebuilt sunroom w/ new windows and siding; new windows in both the main home and apartment; pine tongue-and-groove finishes; garage exterior improvements; Samsung mini-split heating and cooling systems; electrical upgrades; and numerous cosmetic enhancements throughout. A rare opportunity to own a waterfront property that combines Maine history, income potential, and room to grow! Maine is calling!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1407 US Route 1
General
- Price: $595,000
- Taxes: $3,375 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MREIS
- MLS ID: 1670694
- Updated: 7/8/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
- Furnishings: Negotiable
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Internet Access Available
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces, Detached, Storage
Location
- County: Waldo
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Electric, Gas Bottled, Oil, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Radiator
Utilities
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available, Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Well: Yes
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: New Englander
- Construction: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access, Full, Unfinished
- Roof: Metal
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Square Feet: 1,354
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Finished Total: 1,354 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,354 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1933
Lot Features
- Property View: Scenic
- Lot Size (Acres): 5.82
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 253,519.2
- Zoning: rural & shoreland
- Lot Description: Near Public Beach, Other, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Landscaped
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Name: Penobscot River
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,375
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Lot Number: 15
Listed by Portside Real Estate Group (207) 288-5818
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Schools
Schools serving 1407 US Route 1
School District:Regional School Unit 25
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
G Herbert Jewett School 66 Bridge Street, Bucksport, ME 04416 | PK-K | 1.5 mi |
Miles Lane School 52 Miles Lane, Bucksport, ME 04416 | 1-4 | 1.9 mi |
Bucksport Middle School 100 Miles Lane, Bucksport, ME 04416 | 5-8 | 2.1 mi |
Bucksport High School 102 Broadway, Bucksport, ME 04416 | 9-12 | 1.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1407 US Route 1
Date
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Price
Change
Source
7/07/2026
Listed
$595,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1407 US Route 1, Prospect, ME 04981 (MLS# 1670694) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 1407 US Route 1 is currently listed for $595,000 and was received on July 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 1407 US Route 1? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Prospect? You can browse all Prospect real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

