Fully-Rented 10-Unit Rooming House - Prime Investment Opportunity. Located in the heart of Calais, this handsome 10-unit rooming house offers a strong rental history and turnkey income potential. The main structure includes nine single occupancy rooms with shared full and half baths, common areas, weekly cleaning service of the common areas, a security system, and off-street parking. Utilities are included in rent, streamlining tenant management. The rear of the first floor features a private three-room apartment with its own dedicated heating and electrical systems—ideal for an on-site manager or prime rental. Set on a generous lot with a large rear lawn, this property is just steps from the post office, historic library, shops, restaurants, banks, and a scenic riverfront walking path along the St. Croix River. Calais shares its border with St. Stephen, New Brunswick, Canada making this a strategic location for cross-border professionals and travelers alike. Neighboring property at 13 Lowell Street (MLS#: 1638442) also available for package sale.
Active
$224,900
12 Lowell Street, Calais, ME 04619
10beds
4,214sqft
Est.:
Multi Family
Built in 1850
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$53/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large rear lawnCommon areasGenerous lotPrivate three-room apartment
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 24, 2025 at 06:29am
Listed by:
Realty of Maine
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1638434
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 10
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Direct Vent Heater, Hot Water
Cooling
- None
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, Shower
- Flooring: Carpet, Other, Vinyl, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Bulkhead,Interior Entry,Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 5
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,214
- Total interior livable area: 4,214 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,214
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 32 - 36 Inch Doors, Level Entry
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Stories: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Features: Business District, City Lot, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Rural, Level, Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: CALAM006B006L016
- Zoning: mixed use
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Metal,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Utilities On
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Fire Sprinkler System
Location
- Region: Calais
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $53/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $132,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,298
- Date on market: 9/22/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $224,900$53/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,247 +10.7% | $132,200 +23.8% |
| 2022 | $2,029 -8.3% | $106,800 +4.3% |
| 2021 | $2,212 -0.1% | $102,400 +17% |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,161/mo
Principal & interest
$872
Property taxes
$210
Home insurance
$79
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 04619
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Calais Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Calais Middle/High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 2.5 mi
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