Courtesy: Amnet Realty
207-225-5888
Tucked away in Peru, this early 1800s farmhouse is the kind of project property buyers wait for offering classic New England character, a rural setting, and plenty of potential for the right renovation. Believed to date back to 1812, the home sits on approximately 1.6 acres and features a compact footprint with three bedrooms and one bath, making it an ideal candidate for a full remodel and reimagining. The property benefits from an updated drilled well and an updated septic system, providing a strong head start on major infrastructure items. Whether you're looking to restore the charm of a vintage farmhouse, create a simple country retreat, or take on an investment rehab project, this property offers a solid foundation and room to grow with space for gardens, outbuildings, or future improvements. Being sold as-is, this is a great opportunity for buyers ready to bring their vision and craftsmanship to revive a piece of Maine's history.
Courtesy: LAER
207-622-2220
: Year-Round Waterfront Cottage on Worthley Pond Tucked along the tranquil shores of Worthley Pond, this charming year-round cottage offers the perfect balance of comfort, recreation, and classic Maine lakeside living. With 60 feet of owned waterfront and a private dock, this is your chance to enjoy all four seasons on the water. The home features 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, plus a finished walkout basement that provides flexible space for a family room, recreation area, or additional sleeping quarters. Inside, you'll find a bright, open layout with pond views and easy access to outdoor spaces. Step outside to a beautifully landscaped half-acre lot designed for relaxation and fun. The back deck is ideal for outdoor dining or enjoying morning coffee surrounded by nature. Walk across the road to your private shoreline, perfect for swimming, kayaking, or fishing right from your dock. Additional features include a detached garage and storage shed for all your seasonal gear and equipment. Whether you're entertaining guests, looking for a peaceful retreat, or searching for a year-round home with lake access, this property has it all. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own waterfront on Worthley Pond—schedule your private showing today and start living the lake life you've always dreamed of. All ready to go for you .All furniture, fixtures and appliances included Sleep ability for eight people and all bedding is included .A turn key vacation home or an investment property as a rental . Or a stunning lakeside home for you and your family. This home is bathed in natural light and has an open concept first floor with living and kitchen area that is 23 by 13 . Two bedrooms and a bath are here along with sun porch dining. Downstairs has a 25.9 by 19.8 recreation room and bath -laundry. Go out towards the water and a fire pit and patio and a short walk to the 60 feet of waterfront and the dock system A backyard deck along with large yard and 2story garage
Courtesy: AFM Real Estate
207-745-5230
Enjoy the spectacular western mountain views from this private ±73-acre retreat off High Street in Peru. Perched at roughly 1,000 feet in elevation, the property features a recently built 12' x 17' off-grid cabin with kitchen, bath, and woodstove, plus an 8½' x 25' storage shed. An improved driveway leads to the buildings. A dug well—ten feet below grade with four well tiles—gravity feeds water to the cabin. The 1,000-gallon concrete holding tank is town-approved, with a septic design on file. An electric hot-water heater runs off a portable generator, and power is nearby. The town-maintained road ends about 250 feet from the property line. Enjoy the tiny house OR build a year-round retreat! Elevations range from ~700 feet along the western boundary to 1,300 feet in the northeast corner. Recent timber harvesting opened dramatic views of both nearby and distant peaks, including Mount Zircon (2,222'), Speckled Mountain, Spruce Mountain, Saddleback (4,116'), Jackson Mountain, Mount Reddington, and Old Speck. Snowmobile and ATV trails cross the property, offering direct access for outdoor enthusiasts. Old logging roads and a seasonal stream provide additional opportunities for exploring, hunting, or hiking. Conveniently located just 10 minutes from Dixfield, with Sunday River, Mt. Abram, Norway, Auburn, and Rumford/Black Mountain Ski Area all within a 20- to 50-minute drive. Worthley Pond and the Androscoggin River are minutes away with public boat launches, and popular hiking destinations such as Black Mountain, Bald Mountain, and Mount Zircon are nearby. Property is not enrolled in Maine's Tree Growth Tax Program, though enrollment could significantly reduce taxes. Note: Town records list 51 acres; however, boundary evidence and a forester's review indicate the acreage is consistent with the advertised ±73 acres. The property comprises two tax lots. Also listed as land MLS 1644069
Peru is located in Maine. Peru, Maine has a population of 1,590. Peru is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 26.1% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 24.25%.
The median household income in Peru, Maine is $66,544. The median household income for the surrounding county is $51,384 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Peru is 50.3 years.
The average high temperature in July is 78.2 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 6.5 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 49.3 inches per year, with 81.5 inches of snow per year.
