Welcome to a rare opportunity to own a historic residential and commercial investment property in a prime Route 1 location. This stately 1820 Colonial, once part of the original Rankinville Salt Marsh Farm, offers exceptional versatility and timeless charm. With excellent sight lines, high traffic visibility, and pedestrian sidewalk access, the location is ideal for maximizing business exposure while maintaining residential convenience. Inside, the property showcases classic architectural details including tin ceilings, maple floors, and abundant natural light, all framed by views of the marsh. A working fireplace adds warmth and character, while modern heat pumps ensure efficient heating and cooling throughout the year. A private patio and separate paved parking enhance accessibility for both commercial and residential occupants. Upstairs, cathedral ceilings with original wooden beams and knee braces create a spacious, airy ambiance. At the rear of the building, a beautifully updated studio apartment offers privacy and comfort with its own deck and private entry. This unit includes a recently remodeled kitchen/dining area, one bedroom, two full bathrooms, and a loft that adds charm and flexible living space.
3 Unit, Multifamily homes in Wells are very rare so here is your opportunity to live in one unit and rent the other 2! This home which was built in 1958 and been occupied by the original builder & his family until now was built with a craftsmanship to last for years. The main home which is the first floor ranch part of the home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and 2 living rooms, a true dining room and a kitchen. There is a 2 car garage attached to this part of the home. Over the 2 car garage is a ''garage apartment'' which has its own separate entrance to the right of the garage and consists of 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom and an open concept kitchen & living room. The 3rd unit has its own separate entrance and parking area in the back yard of the home and offers 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom along with an open concept kitchen & dining area and a living room with a stone fireplace. There is also a bonus room to use as you see fit as this room is accessed thru the bedroom. This unit is referred to as the ''Walk out Basement Apartment''. There are 6 total garage bays on this property (one around the side-basement area, 2 in the garage, and an additional 3 bay garage in the front yard). This home has a newer furnace that is shared heat by the main house and the basement apartment, metal roof, vinyl siding, and hardwood floors in the main home. There is a large back yard that abuts the woods in the back of the home and a 3 season screened sunroom off the back of the home to enjoy the back yard. This property offers many opportunities as it is located in the General Business District with high visibility. Come take a peek at this unique property.
Welcome to 46 Buffum Road in Wells—a truly unique two-unit property offering rare flexibility for investors, developers, second-home buyers, or year-round residents alike. Set on a recently surveyed 1.86-acre lot in both the General Business and Residential A districts, this versatile offering includes two stand-alone residential units. The main farmhouse, dating back to the 1800s, offers 1,992 sq. ft. with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Highlights include a spacious mudroom entry, an open breakfast nook and living area anchored by a stunning stone wood-burning fireplace, a sunroom, formal dining room, and galley-style kitchen with generous cabinetry. A large first-floor primary suite features a full bath and walk-in closet, while an office, laundry area, and second full bath complete the main level. Upstairs you'll find two more bedrooms and a third full bath. The charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage—built in the early 1900s and recently remodeled—offers 884 sq. ft. with a galley kitchen, large living room, dining area, and laundry. Each unit has fully separate utilities—including electric, public water, public sewer, heating systems, water heaters, and laundry—with all appliances included. Outside, enjoy open fields framed by tall trees, and multiple outbuildings for storage including a detached two-car garage/barn, several sheds, and the whimsical 'Kippy Kottage.' Just up the road from Webhannet Falls and only 1.5 miles to the sand and surf of Wells Beach, this peaceful setting feels worlds away yet remains close to restaurants, shopping, schools and all the Southern Maine Seacoast has to offer. A truly special property with endless potential. Call today to setup a private showing!


Wells is located in Maine. Wells, Maine has a population of 11,156. Wells is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 24.08% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 27.9%.
The median household income in Wells, Maine is $71,090. The median household income for the surrounding county is $73,856 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Wells is 50.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 79.5 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 12.6 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 51.1 inches per year, with 51.4 inches of snow per year.