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.
- MLS# 1644109
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths
- Lot Size 5.66 acres (246,550 sq. ft)
- Sewer Septic Tank, Private Sewer
- Property Type Single Family
- County Somerset
- Year Built 1790
- Water Well, Private
- Square Feet 2,218 sq. ft
Interior Features
- Appliances Refrigerator, Electric Range
- Flooring Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Cooling None
- Heating Wood Stove, Hot Water
Exterior / Lot Features
- Exterior Shed(s)
- Roof Shingle
- Lot Size Acres 5.66
- Lot Size SQFT 246,549.60
- Lot Features -
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $2,810
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
Overview
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 4/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 14/100.
Property Change History
Points of Interest near 489 Back Road, Skowhegan, ME 04976
Frequently Asked Questions for 489 Back Road
Source: Realty.com
489 Back Road, Skowhegan, ME 04976 is a Single Family 2,218 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 77 photos available of this 3 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $222,600. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 77 photos of 489 Back Road.
Our records indicate that 489 Back Road was built in 1790.
The full address for this home is 489 Back Road, Skowhegan, ME 04976.
489 Back Road has been listed on Realty.com since Thu November 20, 2025
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 4/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 14/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 489 Back Road. Bloomfield Elementary School (Grades: 1 - 3), Skowhegan Area Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Skowhegan Area High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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