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498 Freedom Road, Springfield, ME, 04487

1beds
--baths
150sqft
$99,900
$666price/sqft
$910/moest. monthly cost
$36,400/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to 498 Freedom Road in Prentiss, Maine, an affordable opportunity to own your own off-grid retreat on 45.4 surveyed acres of forestland. Built in 2021, this compact 150± square-foot tiny cabin proves that you don't need a large home to enjoy a big lifestyle. Whether you're looking for a recreational getaway, a hunting camp, a future homestead, or simply a place to disconnect from the noise of modern life, this property offers privacy, simplicity, and room to breathe. The one-room cabin is designed around efficient off-grid living. A wood stove provides heat during Maine's cooler seasons, while a solar power system with panels, inverter, and battery storage supplies electricity. The cabin rests on a concrete block foundation that also provides protected space for battery equipment and water storage. A drilled well supplies fresh water, making this property more functional than many remote camps. Several additional structures enhance the property, including a chicken coop, an outhouse, and storage buildings that provide space for equipment, tools, and outdoor gear. The land itself is equally appealing. The 45.4 surveyed acres feature mixed forest growth, varied terrain ranging from approximately 580 to 680 feet above sea level, and a small brook that crosses the southwest corner of the property. According to the NRCS soil survey, the property consists primarily of very stony Bangor Silt Loam soils, great for growing trees and potential for gardening after tree and rock removal. Located in Maine's unorganized territory, Prentiss offers one of the state's unique advantages: low property taxes with county and state management instead of local municipal government. There is no town office, fewer public services, and considerably lower carrying costs. Annual property taxes are only about $150, while the private road maintenance fee is approximately $250 per year. Despite its secluded location, you're within reach of many outdoor destinations.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
25
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
East Grand SchoolGrades PK-1216.6 mi
--
Kingman Elementary SchoolGrades PK-67.3 mi
5/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2021

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Wood Frame,Composition

Type & Style

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

Interior

Basement

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

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 1

Features

  • Flooring: Other
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 150

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Wood Stove
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 150
  • Total interior livable area: 150 sqft

Other

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Zoning: LUPC-P-SL2 & MGN

Features

  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Trees/Woods
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterbody name: Unnamed Brook
  • Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 300,Waterfrontage Owned: 300

Lot

  • Lot size: 45.40 Acres
  • Features: Rural,Rolling Slope,Wooded

Parking

  • Parking features: Gravel,5 - 10 Spaces

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
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Lightning

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 $505$6,060
Home Insurance $69$828
Property Taxes $92$1,104
Electricity $244$2,930
Total$910$10,920

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$31,200/yr
40% on housing$27,300/yr
45% on housing$24,266/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

$666This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 04487$107
Penobscot County$143

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 04487$222
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
2026-08-10Contingent$99,900
2026-07-07Listed for sale$99,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentPhilip McPhail
BrokerageUnited Country Lifestyle Properties of Maine

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