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168 Payson Road, Union, ME 04862

Knox County

Key Facts

3,285Sq Ft
1850Year Built
0.36Lot (acres)

Description

Historic Grist Mill with Water Rights - East Union Village Step into a piece of Maine history with this iconic grist mill, set on approximately 2 acre tranquil Mill Pond in the heart of East Union Village. With over 3,200 square feet of space, the building offers endless potential--whether for continued production, retail use, studio space, or storage. Operating as a grist mill since the early 1800s and grinding flour for the past 40 years, this property is steeped in tradition and remains a vital part of the community's identity. The property includes the mill building itself, the surrounding lot, and the dam at the mill, as well as additional land between Lermond Pond and Mill Pond, including the dam at that location. Crucially, the property conveys with historic water rights between Alford Lake and Lermond Pond, underscoring the owner's role in maintaining the water levels across this watershed area--a legacy of stewardship that continues today. This rare offering presents a unique opportunity to own a remarkable and picturesque property in need of restoration with both commercial potential and environmental significance. For additional information, please watch the video and call today!

Property Information

Property Type

Commercial Sale

Sub-Type

Industrial

Year Built

1850

Living Area

3,285 sq ft

Lot Size

0.36 acres

Zoning

Rural

MLS® Listing#

1667898

Property Features

Cooling

None

Heating

None

Flooring

Wood

Basement

None

Parking

On SiteGravelOff Street

Lot Features

Waterfront

Construction

Shingle SidingWood Siding

Foundation

StonePillar/Post/Pier

Roof

Composition

Other Structures

Barn(s)

Utilities

Natural Gas Not Available

Sewer

Private SewerSeptic Needed

Water Source

PrivateWell

Financial Details

HOA

None

Annual Taxes

$1,674

Tax year 2026

Affordability Calculator

$59,800

Estimated monthly payment

$1,591/mo

Principal $239,200 · Est. interest $333,705 over 30 yrs

Location

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Nearby Schools

  • Hope Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.7 mi away

  • Union Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.4 mi away

  • Come Spring School

    School · 1.9 mi away

  • Appleton Village School

    Elementary · 4.6 mi away

  • Appleton School Supertndnts Off

    School · 4.8 mi away

  • Warren Community School

    Elementary · 6.1 mi away

  • Ashwood Waldorf School

    Elementary · 6.1 mi away

  • Camden Hills Regional High School

    Secondary · 6.4 mi away

  • Camden-Rockport Elementary School

    Elementary · 6.6 mi away

  • Tree of Life Learning Center

    School · 6.8 mi away

  • Medomak Valley High School

    Secondary · 7.5 mi away

  • Camden-Rockport Middle School

    Secondary · 7.5 mi away

  • Community School

    School · 7.6 mi away

  • Five Town S

    School · 7.6 mi away

  • Medomak Middle School

    Secondary · 7.6 mi away

  • Peopleplace

    School · 7.7 mi away

  • World Ocean School

    School · 7.7 mi away

  • Watershed School

    School · 7.7 mi away

  • Children's House Montessori School

    Elementary · 7.8 mi away

  • Lincolnville Central School

    Elementary · 7.9 mi away

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