Turnkey Year-Round Waterfront Home on Stanley Pond! A rare opportunity to own a beautifully renovated, waterfront property with its own private sandy beach on Stanley Pond. This hidden gem in Western Maine offers a bright, sun-filled interior and extensive updates, including Life Proof flooring, granite countertops, fully remodeled baths, new appliances, heat pumps, on-demand hot water, water filtration system, numerous replacement windows, new deck, updated garage and entry doors, shutters and landscaping. Enjoy exceptional outdoor living with a spacious area overlooking the dock, fire pit, and the crystal-clear waters of Stanley Pond—well known for excellent trout fishing. A two-car garage provides ample storage for vehicles and recreational gear. A truly unique waterfront offering. Schedule your showing and experience the beauty of Stanley Pond.
If a building can have ''strength of character,'' this is it. This never-before-listed, hand-cut, cedar-clad, timber frame home in private, picturesque Porter, Maine is the kind of property buyer's wait years to see hit the market. Current floor plan includes first floor studio workspace with amazing natural light through large windows, a breezy screened-in porch for summer sleeping and winter wood storage, and the possibility for easy reconfiguration to suit your vision if desired. The second-floor apartment with bed, bath, kitchen and living space has amazing views and deck looking out over gardens, mature forest, and yards. Exceptionally eco-conscious, this home benefits from wood heat, solar EV panels, and a high efficiency water heater. Two barns close by give additional storage space, opportunities for animals, or room for projects. Nearby public pond access on Bickford and Colcord Ponds, trail networks within walking distance, and your own 7.5-acre parcel of land leave plenty of local outdoor options throughout the year. Skiers will appreciate the 20- and 40-minute drive to King Pine and Pleasant Mountain respectively. Seemingly in a remote oasis far from the rat race, this slice of heaven is only two hours from Boston, and 30 minutes from North Conway, NH. See MLS 1649567 for additional land.
The private road is in place and the single-family is framed, enclosed, demised and waiting for a buyer to complete it. Buy it as a home, a development project or pursue approvals to extract its sand and gravel. This 88-acre tract benefits from $250,000+ improvements, including an 800'+ gravel ROW road with telephone poles and wire to the main pole, 2,100 +/- SF framed single-family in shell condition demised with six rooms, three bedrooms, two baths, cathedral ceiling and a three-bay 2,100 +/- SF full walkout basement. An HHE-200 (septic plan), surficial soil investigation report, boundary survey and a tree growth management plan were completed. Will be able to subdivide the property in 2026. Zoning requires two-acre minimum lot. Whales Back Mountain, 1605', straddling the New Hampshire state line just north of Parsonsfield and east of Freedom, NH, is part of the property. The proximity to southern New Hampshire makes the sand and gravel extraction option appealing if the buyer intends to secure applicable approvals. It's also listed as land (1579364).
This 1840 Cape Cod property presents a rare opportunity for buyers looking to restore, renovate, or reimagine a home with timeless New England character. Featuring 8 rooms, 3 bedrooms, and 1 full bathroom, this classic residence provides a flexible layout that can be adapted to a wide range of needs. The home is being sold as is and requires updates, making it an attractive option for those interested in adding value through renovation. Located in the town of Porter, the property sits in a convenient in-town setting within walking distance to local amenities such as the laundromat, library, town office, and a nearby convenience store. Its traditional Cape Cod style and 19th-century architecture provide a strong foundation for restoration, whether for future owner occupancy, rental potential, or resale. The interior's room count allows for multiple possible configurations, home office setups, or expanded living areas once updated. The spacious backyard adds additional outdoor space for future landscaping, gardening, or other improvements as permitted. With its age, character, and location, this property stands out as a strong candidate for buyers seeking a project with long-term potential. Buyers are encouraged to conduct their own due diligence regarding condition, systems, and intended use. Opportunities to purchase an 1840 Cape Cod home with this level of possibility are increasingly uncommon, this property provides the chance to bring new life to a historic New England structure in a convenient village setting.
Discover an opportunity to own 450 feet of private, owned waterfront along the beautiful Ossipee River. This 1940s 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers exceptional potential for investors, builders, or anyone seeking a project with incredible natural surroundings. The home itself is in very poor condition and will require significant rehab or possible full rebuilding. Inside, the layout includes three bedrooms, a full bath, and common living spaces ready to be reimagined. A detached garage, also in very poor condition, sits on the property and offers additional rebuild potential for storage or workshop space. What truly sets this property apart is the expansive waterfront: peaceful, private, and ideal for anyone who loves outdoor recreation, fishing, or simply the serenity of life by the river.


Porter is located in Maine. Porter, Maine has a population of 1,469. Porter is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 16.18% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 24.25%.
The median household income in Porter, Maine is $43,981. 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 Porter is 50.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 79.9 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 5.5 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 49.4 inches per year, with 78.1 inches of snow per year.