44 forest Avenue, Bangor, ME 04401
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44 forest Avenue
Bangor, ME 04401

  • 6 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 4,601 sqft

$509,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026

$509,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026
6 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,601 sqft

Local Information

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Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northeast Real Estate
Bought with: ERA Dawson-Bradford Co.
Source: Maine Listings, MLS#1591889

Description

This home is an impressive turn of the century Victorian situated on a large corner lot. Located just across the street from Abraham Lincoln school and Chapin Park.
Original features include hardwood flooring, moldings and tin ceilings. Granite counter tops in modern kitchen. Adjacent mudroom, laundry and half bath. Family room with built ins off kitchen used as a library. Formal dining room and living room with fireplace. Spacious entry foyer leads to ornate stairway with stained glass windows.
the 2nd floor offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and a spacious entertainment room.
stairway to third floor providing 3 more bedrooms and full bath.
There is also a one bedroom apartment with a separate entrance for income.
The oversized garage offers plenty of parking and storage. Large lot.
Handicap accessible with ramp to side door and stair lift to second floor.
44 forest Avenue, Bangor, ME 04401 is a 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 4,601 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $350,000 on Nov 13, 2024 (13% below the $400,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $509,300, with a rent estimate of $3,911/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 44 forest Avenue

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Interior Entry,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Media Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 4601 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Range, RefrigeratorRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump,Hot Water,RadiatorHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Heat PumpHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 3Has a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: Elevator/Chair LiftFloors: Wood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: PorchNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Paved,1 - 4 Spaces
Frontage
Road Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 4601 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $400,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Oct 21 2024

Location

Direction & Address
City: Bangor

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 4601 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10018.8 sqft

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 1591889Above Grade Unfinished Area: 4601

Price History for 44 forest Avenue

DatePriceEventSource
11/15/2024$400,000ListingRemovedBHHS broker feed #1602005
11/14/2024$400,000PendingMaine Listings #1591889
11/13/2024$350,000Sold
Maine Listings #1591889
10/28/2024$400,000ContingentMaine Listings #1591889
09/30/2024$400,000PriceChange
Maine Listings #1602005
09/06/2024$410,000PriceChange
Maine Listings #1602005
08/17/2024$420,000PriceChange
Maine Listings #1591889
07/26/2024$425,000PriceChange
Maine Listings #1591889
07/10/2024$450,000PriceChange
Maine Listings #1591889
06/24/2024$474,000PriceChange
Maine Listings #1591889
06/03/2024$499,000Listed For SaleMaine Listings #1591889
07/22/2021$438,000Sold
Maine Listings #1492178
06/07/2021$425,000PendingMaine Listings #1492178
05/18/2021$425,000Listed For SaleMaine Listings #1492178
03/31/2021$385,000Sold
Maine Listings #1476112
02/03/2021$399,900PendingAgent Provided
01/18/2021$399,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/14/2020$409,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/21/2020$424,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/26/2020$434,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/12/2019$115,000Sold
N/A
12/20/2018$115,000PendingAgent Provided
10/31/2018$115,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/04/2018$124,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/06/2018$134,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/23/2017$134,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/20/2017$134,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Bangor

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$300K
$16.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
$189
$2MoM
Available listings
108
18MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$7,166
Assessment$374,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 44 forest Avenue

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
51 Grove Street, Bangor, ME
0.07
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$565,000
11/07/25
5
4
3,714
42 Maple Street, Bangor, ME
0.15
Single-Family Home
$359,000
10/20/25
4
2
2,220
290 French Street, Bangor, ME
0.35
Single-Family Home
$580,000
12/29/25
4
3
3,865
201 Broadway, Bangor, ME
0.31
Single-Family Home
$475,000
10/17/25
5
3.5
3,436
113 Elm Street, Bangor, ME
0.30
Single-Family Home
$372,000
11/21/25
4
2
2,250
126 Grove Street, Bangor, ME
0.20
Single-Family Home
$349,500
06/30/26
4
1.5
2,612
340 State Street, Bangor, ME
0.36
Single-Family Home
$370,000
07/08/25
6
2
2,577
120 Birch Street, Bangor, ME
0.25
Single-Family Home
$345,000
07/14/25
3
2
2,144
60 Elm Street, Bangor, ME
0.16
Single-Family Home
$327,000
07/31/25
3
2
2,045

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What Locals Say about Bangor

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  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say there's wildlife

  • 30 % Say there are community events

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    "I live close to the interstate and it is a quick 15-20 minute commute to work at the University of Maine. "
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