There's much more to this home than meets the eye! From the street, 18 Elm Street has the easygoing appeal of a classic ranch, but step inside and you'll discover 1,620 square feet of living space with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, including a daylight lower level that offers plenty of room to spread out. The main level welcomes you with beautiful hardwood floors and comfortable living spaces, while downstairs you'll find additional bedrooms, a family room and workshop area. Whether you need space for family, guests, hobbies, a home office, or simply a place to unwind, this home offers wonderful flexibility. The current owner has invested in an impressive list of improvements during the past four years, including a whole-house Generac generator, three heat pumps, new electrical panel, new hot water heater, and radon mitigation system. With many of these important upgrades already completed, the next owner can simply settle in and enjoy. An attached 2-car garage provides convenient covered parking and storage, while the . 39-acre lot offers a pleasantly private setting—a wonderful spot to relax and enjoy your own space. Conveniently located in Dexter, this property combines the simplicity of ranch-style living with the unexpected bonus space of a daylight lower level. The seller has loved calling this property home and hadn't planned on leaving, but a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity abroad is creating an opportunity for someone new to make it theirs. Don't let the view from the street fool you—18 Elm Street is full of surprises. With four bedrooms, two baths, 1,620 square feet, an attached garage, valuable recent improvements, and more space than you might expect, this is one you'll want to see from the inside!
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
0.39 acresLot Size
$160Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Marjorie Turner• True North Realty, Inc.
Listed by Paul Turner Sr.• True North Realty, Inc.
A rare find in Central Maine, a well-kept ranch on a corner lot. The property is gorgeous, with established flowers, a small patio in the backyard, and lovely landscaping. This beautiful home boasts hardwood floors throughout the first floor, open concept living, and sunny interiors. Enjoy the ease of one-floor living, with the opportunity for expansion in the basement. The basement could be used as an in-law apartment, space for kids or guests, or anything that you could dream up. Schedule a showing today to see all this adorable home has to offer.
MREIS #1461714
Aug 24, 2020
Sold
$169,900
$105/sq ft
Jul 24, 2020
Listed
$169,900
$105/sq ft
+33
If you've been looking for one floor living this is it! This home was meticulously built by Kiwanis and not a single detail was overlooked. As soon as you enter this open concept home, you'll be blown away. With tons of natural light and stunning wood floors, you won't want to leave. Thinking this could be a good fit but need a little extra space? The partially finished walkout basement allows for an extra bedroom, bathroom, and library/den. Or you have the option of making the library/den into a bedroom should you have the need. As if the house wasn't enough, this home boasts a . 39 acre lot. The yard is immaculate and has plenty of room for a patio and fire-pit. There's also a spacious outbuilding that's currently being used as a wood shop, but could also be an adorable guest cottage or she-shed. Schedule a showing today and see for yourself how beautiful this home is!
MREIS #580193
Aug 28, 2002
Listed
$125,900
$78/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,842 (+1.5%)
$14,600 + $128,200
$142,800
2024
$2,799 (−0.4%)
$14,600 + $128,200
$142,800
2023
$2,811 (+21.5%)
$14,500 + $128,200
$142,700
2022
$2,314 (+2.0%)
$13,200 + $102,500
$115,700
2021
$2,268
$13,200 + $102,500
$115,700
2020
$2,268
$13,200 + $102,500
$115,700
2019
$2,268
$13,200 + $102,500
$115,700
2018
$2,268 (+2.6%)
$13,200 + $102,500
$115,700
2017
$2,210 (+2.7%)
$13,200 + $102,500
$115,700
2016
$2,152
$13,200 + $102,500
$115,700
2015
$2,152 (+5.1%)
$13,200 + $102,500
$115,700
2014
$2,048
$13,200 + $102,500
$115,700
Public record
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0.39 Acres
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Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
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Penobscot County
APN
568569
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
14% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Dexter, ME • 04930
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 20% for direct sun exposure in Dexter. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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5.2 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 18 Elm St
$260,869
$969 over list price of $260K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $250K to $300K.