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36 Kelley Road, Orono, ME, 04473

4beds
2baths
1,599sqft
$274,000
$171price/sqft
$2,209/moest. monthly cost
$88,360/yrincome needed

About This Home

Spacious 4-Bed, 2-Bath Home with Bonus Rooms & Income Potential - Just 5 Minutes from UMaine! Orono, Maine | 4 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Bonus Rooms | 1.42 Acres | 1,599 Sq Ft Located just 5 minutes from the University of Maine in Orono, this spacious and versatile home offers strong investment potential, a flexible layout, and a rare 1.42-acre lot. Whether you're looking to expand your rental portfolio or settle into a well-positioned residence, this property has the features and location to deliver. Property Highlights: 4 Bedrooms & 2 Full Bathrooms: Generous bedroom space ideal for student housing, roommates, or family living. 2 Additional Bonus Rooms: Use as home offices, workout spaces, media rooms, or private study areas — plenty of options to suit your lifestyle or rental setup. 1,599 Sq Ft of Living Space: Functional layout that balances private and communal areas for comfortable everyday use. Large 1.42-Acre Lot: A rare find in-town with room for outdoor living, privacy, or possible future improvements. Established Rental Use: Currently utilized as a rental property for UMaine students, offering excellent income potential for investors or owner-occupiers. Prime Location: Close to campus, downtown Orono, restaurants, and Route 2 — easy access for students, faculty, and professionals alike. Investment & Lifestyle Options: Maintain as a reliable college rental with strong demand Live-in owner setup with space for roommates or family Whether you're seeking steady rental income or a flexible home base in a thriving university town, this Orono property delivers both opportunity and value. Schedule your showing today and see the potential for yourself!

Getting Around

2
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
25
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

9/10
Asa C Adams SchoolGrades PK-51.2 mi
9/10
Orono Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.3 mi
7/10
Orono High SchoolGrades 9-121.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1960

Materials

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Wood Frame,Clapboard,Other

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Gas Range,Refrigerator,Washer

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Interior Entry,Full,Unfinished

Bedroom1

  • Level: First

Bedroom2

  • Level: Second

Bedroom3

  • Level: Second

Bedroom4

  • Level: First

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Features

  • Flooring: Carpet,Laminate,Other
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,599

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,599
  • Total interior livable area: 1,599 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Level: First

Other

  • Level: Second

Other

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: ORONM030000L029
  • Zoning: Residential

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.42 Acres
  • Features: City Lot,Near Turnpike/Interstate,Open Lot

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Gravel,1 - 4 Spaces,On Site
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1

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

  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherVery High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Ice Storm
Lightning
Hurricane

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Maine Counties

Flood
Hurricane
Severe Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,385$16,620
Home Insurance $104$1,248
Property Taxes $476$5,712
Electricity $244$2,930
Total$2,209$26,508

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$75,737/yr
40% on housing$66,270/yr
45% on housing$58,906/yr

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.1%
8.1%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.7%
7.7%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.2%
-1.2%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$171This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 04473$176
Penobscot County$142

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 04473$170
Penobscot County$181

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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-28Listed for sale$299,000
2026-04-20Contingent$299,000
2026-04-09Listed for sale$299,000
2025-10-14Listing removed$330,000
2025-08-22Price change$330,000
2025-08-05Price change$345,000
2025-07-20Price change$355,000
2024-04-02Pending sale$275,000
2024-04-01Sold$260,000
2024-03-02Contingent$275,000
2024-02-22Listed for sale$275,000
2023-06-30Listing removed--
2023-06-29Listed for rent$1,650
2023-06-07Listing removed--
2023-06-06Listed for rent$700
2023-06-01Listing removed--
2023-05-22Listed for rent$1,650

For Sale by Agent

AgentEllen (Ellie) Grant
BrokerageBetter Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group

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