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72 Smithville Road, Steuben, ME, 04680

1beds
1baths
650sqft
$275,000
$423price/sqft
$1,989/moest. monthly cost
$79,560/yrincome needed

About This Home

Opportunity awaits at this charming property in the heart of Steuben! Situated just minutes from the local elementary school, the rugged coastline, and amenities in the neighboring town of Milbridge, this unique offering features a cozy 650± square foot home on a spacious lot, plus an additional buildable house lot--making it an excellent option for homeowners, investors, or those looking to create a family compound. The separate lot is already well on its way to becoming your next home site, with a well installed and a septic design in place, saving you valuable time and expense as you plan your future build. Whether you're looking for an affordable year-round residence, a seasonal getaway, rental income potential, or room to expand, this property offers flexibility that's hard to find. Enjoy the peace and beauty of Downeast Maine while remaining close to local amenities, the coast, and outdoor recreation. With endless possibilities and valuable improvements already completed, 72 Smithville Road is ready for its next chapter. Schedule your showing today and discover all this property features!

Getting Around

2
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
36
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
Ella Lewis SchoolGrades PK-50.5 mi
2/10
Sumner Middle SchoolGrades 6-89.6 mi
4/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2024

Materials

  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Wood Frame,Wood Siding

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

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

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bedroom1

  • Level: First

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Features

  • 1st Floor Bedroom,One-Floor Living,Shower
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 650

Great Room

  • Level: First

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Direct Vent Heater,Wood Stove
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 650
  • Total interior livable area: 650 sqft

Property

Details

  • Zoning: Residential

Features

  • Patio & porch: Porch
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Trees/Woods

Lot

  • Lot size: 9.62 Acres
  • Features: Rural,Level,Wooded

Parking

  • Parking features: Gravel,1 - 4 Spaces,On Site

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

  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormVery High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherVery High
  • Coastal Flooding
    Coastal FloodingRelatively High
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Ice Storm
Winter Weather
Coastal Flooding
Hurricane
Lightning
Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Tsunami

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 $1,390$16,680
Home Insurance $142$1,704
Property Taxes $213$2,556
Electricity $244$2,930
Total$1,989$23,868

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$68,194/yr
40% on housing$59,670/yr
45% on housing$53,040/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: 13.3%
13.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.7%
7.7%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.3%
-1.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$423This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 04680$108
Washington County$181

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 04680
Washington 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)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-25Listed for sale$275,000

For Sale by Agent

BrokerageNextHome Experience

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