30 Benjamin Street, Mars Hill, ME, 04758
About This Home
Welcome to 30 Benjamin Street in Mars Hill, Maine. Situated on 4.81 acres, this well-maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of space, comfort, and country living. Step inside to a spacious main level featuring a beautifully updated kitchen with new appliances, a formal dining room, and a comfortable living room ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A large first-floor bedroom provides flexibility for guests, a home office, or convenient single-level living. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom with a large walk-in closet. A full bath serves the second floor, while a loft overlooking the entryway creates the perfect spot for a reading nook, office, or hobby space. The home offers multiple heating options, including a Harman pellet stove installed in 2023, heat pumps, an oil boiler, and a wood boiler. Heat pumps have been added to the first floor and primary bedroom within the last three years. Additional upgrades include a 200-amp electrical service and a 10-kW automatic standby generator for added peace of mind. Outside, a paved driveway leads to both the attached insulated two-car garage and a detached one-car garage. The detached garage features electricity and an attached screened porch complete with lights and outlets. Removable winter panels allow the porch to be enclosed for seasonal storage and extended use. A new patio sitting area completed in 2025 provides the perfect place to relax and enjoy the surrounding landscape. The grounds feature apple trees, raspberry bushes, rhubarb, and plenty of open space for gardening, recreation, or simply enjoying the peaceful setting. With modern updates, versatile living spaces, multiple heating options, and nearly five acres to enjoy, this property offers exceptional value in a desirable Mars Hill location. Schedule your showing today and see all that this property has to offer.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Metal,Shingle
- Construction materials: Wood Frame,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Gas Range,Refrigerator
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Doghouse,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Partial,Unfinished
Bedroom2
- Features: Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Bedroom3
- Features: Closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 156.51
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 14.1
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom,Bathtub,Pantry,Shower,Storage,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window features: Double Pane Windows
- Flooring: Laminate,Wood
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,166
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Heat Pump,Radiant,Pellet Stove
- Cooling features: Heat Pump
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,166
- Total interior livable area: 2,166 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen,Pantry
- Level: First
- Area: 195.8
- Dimensions: 17.8 x 11
Living Room
- Level: First
- Area: 217.8
- Dimensions: 19.8 x 11
Office
- Level: First
- Area: 248.52
- Dimensions: 22.8 x 10.9
Primary Bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 205.7
- Dimensions: 18.7 x 11
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Level Entry
Details
- Parcel number: MHILM15L072
- Zoning: res
- Other equipment: Internet Access Available
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s),Scenic,Trees/Woods
Lot
- Lot size: 4.81 Acres
- Features: Near Town,Ski Resort,Rolling Slope
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved,5 - 10 Spaces,Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Winter Weather
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Maine Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,592 | $19,104 |
| Home Insurance | $200 | $2,400 |
| Property Taxes | $415 | $4,980 |
| Electricity | $314 | $3,778 |
| Total | $2,521 | $30,252 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-10 | Listed for sale | $315,000 |
| 2022-11-14 | Sold | $153,500 |
| 2022-10-25 | Pending sale | $193,900 |
| 2022-09-30 | Listed for sale | $193,900 |
| 2022-09-29 | Contingent | $193,900 |
| 2022-09-26 | Listed for sale | $193,900 |
| 2022-09-20 | Pending sale | $193,900 |
| 2022-09-20 | Contingent | $193,900 |
| 2022-09-13 | Listed for sale | $193,900 |
| 2021-02-01 | Sold | $157,000 |
| 2020-11-02 | Pending sale | $172,500 |
| 2020-10-11 | Price change | $172,500 |
| 2020-08-22 | Listed for sale | $182,500 |
| 2017-04-20 | Sold | $128,750 |
| 2016-12-08 | Listed for sale | $129,900 |
| 2016-08-02 | Listing removed | $149,500 |
| 2016-05-31 | Price change | $149,500 |
| 2015-04-29 | Listed for sale | $157,500 |
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