Live in one and rent the other! This 2-unit property in the heart of Ellsworth offers an exciting opportunity to create a home while generating rental income from the second unit. Both units are two stories, with the front unit offering the potential for 2-3 bedrooms and the rear unit featuring one bedroom with access to a private rear deck. Prefer a single-family home? The existing layout also lends itself to being converted to single-family use, offering flexibility as your needs change. The property includes off-street parking and a convenient in-town location, with sidewalks leading to downtown Ellsworth's shops, restaurants, services, waterfront, and other amenities. Updates are needed, giving the next owner an opportunity to update the property and bring their own vision to each space. Whether you're looking to offset homeownership expenses with rental income, begin building a real estate investment portfolio, or create a single-family home, this property offers plenty of possibilities in a convenient Downeast Maine location. * * Please note: Rendering images included with the listing are for visualization and inspiration only and do not represent the property's current condition or guarantee completed improvements.
Single-familyProperty Type
1850Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$116Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Casey Hardwick• Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
Bring your vision to this 2-unit property located in the heart of Ellsworth. Offering an opportunity for renovation and value creation, the property features two separate, two-story units with flexible layouts. The front unit offers the potential for 2-3 bedrooms, while the rear unit features one bedroom and access to a private rear deck. Off-street parking adds convenience, and the in-town location puts downtown Ellsworth's shops, restaurants, services, waterfront and other amenities within easy reach, with sidewalks providing pedestrian access to the center of town. Whether you're considering an owner-occupied multi-unit, an investment property, or a renovation project, this property offers possibilities in a convenient Downeast Maine location. Bring your ideas and explore what this Ellsworth multi-family property could become. Can easily be converted to a single-family home too. * * Please note: * * This property requires updating. Rendering images included with the listing are for visualization and inspiration only and do not represent the property's current condition or guarantee completed improvements.
MREIS #1683290
Oct 5, 2026
Listed
$255,000
$116/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$4,018 (+14.1%)
$23,875 + $206,375
$230,250
2023
$3,521 (+10.2%)
$22,920 + $180,600
$203,520
2022
$3,195 (+13.2%)
$22,920 + $180,600
$203,520
2021
$2,822 (−3.1%)
$19,100 + $137,400
$156,500
2020
$2,913 (−0.2%)
$19,100 + $136,100
$155,200
2019
$2,919 (+3.1%)
$19,100 + $136,100
$155,200
2018
$2,831 (+2.3%)
$19,100 + $136,100
$155,200
2017
$2,766 (+1.7%)
$19,100 + $134,800
$153,900
2016
$2,721 (+7.5%)
$19,100 + $134,800
$153,900
2014
$2,532 (+6.5%)
$19,100 + $134,800
$153,900
2012
$2,378
$19,100 + $134,800
$153,900
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,194
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,194
Year built
1850
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Hancock County
APN
219808
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Ellsworth, ME • 04605
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.4 hours in
June and 3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
7.4 hrs
3 hrs
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Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 5 Main St
$254,493
$507 under list price of $255K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $251K to $466K.