




35 12th Fireroad, China, ME, 04358
About This Home
Have you been dreaming of owning an affordable waterfront getaway where memories are made for years to come? This could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Situated on beautiful China Lake with 57 feet of deeded, level waterfront, this property offers the perfect place to relax, swim, fish, boat, and enjoy everything lake life has to offer. Inside you'll find a functional layout featuring a full bathroom, a kitchen with plenty of cabinet space and room for a dining table, and a large open-concept living area with beautiful water views. The living room offers plenty of space for gathering with family and friends, relaxing by the cozy wood stove, or enjoying game night after a day on the lake. A sliding glass door provides easy access to the deck and waterfront yard. Just off the living room is a spacious bedroom with a closet. Outside, you'll find a separate guest house offering additional space for guests, extra sleeping quarters, a home office, or whatever your needs may be. An attached shed and additional storage shed provide plenty of room for all your lake toys and equipment. The level yard is ideal for outdoor games, campfires, entertaining, and enjoying the waterfront lifestyle. Conveniently located just 20 minutes from Augusta and Waterville, 75 minutes from Portland, and under 3 hours from Boston, this property offers the perfect balance of a peaceful lake setting and easy access to amenities. Whether you're looking for a seasonal retreat, investment property, or short-term rental opportunity, waterfront properties at this price point are becoming increasingly hard to find. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of China Lake!
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Materials
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Wood Frame,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Camp
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Cooktop
Basement
- Basement: None
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: First
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom
- Flooring: Wood
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 780
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Wood Stove
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 780
- Total interior livable area: 780 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Level Entry
Details
- Parcel number: CHINM47B012
- Zoning: RES
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterbody name: China Lake
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 57,Waterfrontage Owned: 57
Lot
- Lot size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Near Town,Rural,Level,Open Lot,Rolling Slope,Landscaped
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel,1 - 4 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
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Drought
- Hurricane
- 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 | $1,668 | $20,016 |
| Home Insurance | $131 | $1,572 |
| Property Taxes | $320 | $3,840 |
| Electricity | $244 | $2,930 |
| Total | $2,363 | $28,356 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-13 | Contingent | $329,900 |
| 2026-07-16 | Price change | $329,900 |
| 2026-06-26 | Price change | $349,900 |
| 2026-06-19 | Listed for sale | $369,900 |
For Sale by Agent
