27 Elm Street, Fryeburg, ME 04037

$739,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 7 Baths: 9 Square Footage: 4,699 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 87,120 Status: Active
Current Price: $739,000 List Date: 3/04/2026 Last Modified: 4/02/2026

Overview

Description

Spacious and historic 7-bedroom New England home set on approximately 2 acres in the heart of Fryeburg Village, just moments from the historic Five Forks area. Offering nearly 4,700 square feet of living space, this beautifully preserved 1865 property combines classic architectural character with flexible living space rarely found in village homes. The residence features 7 bedrooms, each with its own private bath, along with welcoming gathering rooms, dining spaces, and a charming library. Period details throughout include crown molding, custom built-ins, and timeless craftsmanship that reflect the home's rich heritage. Originally built as a private residence and later home to Arctic explorer Admiral Robert E. Peary, the property carries a unique piece of local history while offering exceptional potential as a spacious private home or multi-generational residence. The location offers the best of Western Maine living with easy access to the Saco River, hiking trails, skiing, and year ...

Listing Details MLS# 1653308

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #
27
Street Name
Elm
Street Type
Street
County
Oxford
Town
Fryeburg
State/Province
ME
Zip Code
04037
Zip +4
1114
Leased Land
No
Book
5744
Page
806
Map
36
Lot
60
Zoning
VR
Zoning Overlay
Unknown
Association
No
Full Tax Amount $
9713
Tax Year
2025
Tree Growth Y/N
No

Contract Information

Original List Price
739000

Property Information

Surveyed
Unknown
Seasonal
No
Deed/Conveyance Type Offered
Warranty
# Rooms
14
# Bedrooms
7
# Fireplaces
2
Total Full Baths
9
Total Baths
9
Year Built
1865
SqFt Finished Above Grade
4699
SqFt Finished Total
4699
SqFt Source
Public Records
Garage
No
Lot Size Acres +/-
2
Source of Acreage
Public Records
Road Frontage
Yes
Road Frontage +/-
216
Source of Road Frontage
Public Records
Total Half Baths
0
SqFt Finished Below Grade
0

Water Info

Water Frontage
No
Water View
No

Levels

Multi-Level
Yes

More Information

Site

Level
Yes
Open
Yes

Location

Near Public Beach
Yes
Near Shopping
Yes
Near Town
Yes

Roads

Paved
Yes
Public
Yes

Construction

Wood Frame
Yes

Basement

Finished
Yes
Unfinished
Yes
Walk-Out Access
Yes

Foundation Materials

Granite
Yes
Poured Concrete
Yes

Exterior

Clapboard
Yes
Wood Siding
Yes

Roof

Metal
Yes

Heat System

Baseboard
Yes
Direct Vent Heater
Yes
Zoned
Yes

Heat Fuel

Electric
Yes
Propane
Yes

Cooling

None
Yes

Floors

Carpet
Yes
Laminate
Yes
Wood
Yes

Parking

5 - 10 Spaces
Yes
Off Street
Yes
On Site
Yes
Paved
Yes

Style

New Englander
Yes

Electric

Circuit Breakers
Yes

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1
Yes
Bedroom 1 Level
Second

Gas

Other Gas
Yes

Sewer

Private Sewer
Yes
Septic Tank
Yes

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2
Yes
Bedroom 2 Level
Second

Water

Public
Yes

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 3
Yes
Bedroom 3 Level
Second

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 4
Yes
Bedroom 4 Level
Second

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 5
Yes
Bedroom 5 Level
Second

Bedroom 6

Bedroom 6
Yes
Bedroom 6 Level
Second

Driveway

Paved
Yes

Bedroom 7

Bedroom 7
Yes
Bedroom 7 Level
Third

Basement Entry

Interior
Yes

Water Heater

Gas
Yes

Amenities

Storage
Yes

Den

Den
Yes
Den Level
First

Vehicle Storage

4+ Car
Yes

Dining Room

Dining Room
Yes
Dining Room Level
First

Kitchen

Kitchen
Yes
Kitchen Level
First

Library

Library
Yes
Library Level
First

Living Room

Living Room
Yes
Living Room Level
First

Other Room 1

Other Room 1
Yes
Other Room 1 Level
First

Other Room 2

Other Room 2
Yes
Other Room 2 Level
First

Property Features

Site: Level; Open Location: Near Public Beach; Near Shopping; Near Town Roads: Paved; Public Style: New Englander Levels: Multi-Level Construction: Wood Frame Basement: Finished; Unfinished; Walk-Out Access Basement Entry: Interior Foundation Materials: Granite; Poured Concrete Roof: Metal Exterior: Clapboard; Wood Siding Heat System: Baseboard; Direct Vent Heater; Zoned Heat Fuel: Propane Water Heater: Gas Cooling: None Floors: Carpet; Laminate; Wood Amenities: Storage Driveway: Paved Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces; Off Street; On Site; Paved Vehicle Storage: 4+ Car Electric: Circuit Breakers Gas: Other Gas Sewer: Private Sewer; Septic Tank Water: Public

Room Information

Room Name Level
Bedroom 1 Second
Bedroom 2 Second
Bedroom 3 Second
Bedroom 4 Second
Bedroom 5 Second
Bedroom 6 Second
Bedroom 7 Third
Kitchen First
Den First
Dining Room First
Living Room First
Library First
Other Room First
Other Room 2 First
Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Lifestyles
IDX
Last Updated: April - 02 - 2026
Broker Attribution: 603-447-2117

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