Residential Land with Home for Sale in Skowhegan, Maine
489 Back Rd, Skowhegan, ME 04937
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 aEUR" 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.
Location
- Street address
- 489 Back Rd
- County
- Somerset County
- Elevation
- 538 feet
Property details
- Acreage
- 5.66 acres
- MLS #
- MREIS 1644109
- Posted
Parcels
- SKOW-000013-000000-000012-000005
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Franchise
- Next Home
Lot
- Features
- Rolling/ Sloping, Rural
Exterior
- Structures
- Storage
Structure
- Basement
- Full, Unfinished
- Water
- Private, Well
- Sewer
- Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Heating
- Hot Water, Wood, Wood Stove
- Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
Interior
- Room Count
- 9
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom x 2, Bedroom x 3, Bonus Room, Den, Dining Room
- Flooring
- Carpet, Vinyl
- Features
- Attic, Bathtub
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2025 | New listing | $222,600 | — | MREIS |