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$206,211$25 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 74How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $78,800 on Aug 11, 2017

12 MECHANIC ST

DEXTER, ME 04930
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
8,409 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$206K
$152K low$260K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$78,800 · Aug 11, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,465 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$73,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$62,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPENOBSCOT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Ridge View Community SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Dexter Regional High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: School Administrative District 46

Neighborhood · ZIP 04930These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.153
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,531
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.71 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,451
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,317
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

12 Mechanic St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 72% of homes in Penobscot County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Penobscot County
  • Among the largest homes in Penobscot County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Dexter 04930
  • Older than 67% of homes in Dexter 04930

What homes are worth in Dexter 04930

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$43K$524K

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Dexter 04930.

How it measures up in Dexter 04930

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dexter 04930.

Estimated value$206,211
CheaperTypical $207,324Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$25
CheaperTypical $160Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area8,409 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,464 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.92 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 12 Mechanic St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDexter 04930Penobscot County
Estimated valuepricier than$206,21150% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$254% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than8,409 ft²97% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac14% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than195233% of homes36% of homes

About 12 Mechanic St

How much is 12 Mechanic St, Dexter, ME worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 Mechanic St, Dexter, ME is $206,211 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $152,219 to $260,203. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 Mechanic St, Dexter, ME last sell?

12 Mechanic St, Dexter, ME last sold on Aug 11, 2017 for $78,800, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12 Mechanic St, Dexter, ME?

12 Mechanic St, Dexter, ME has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 8,409 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 12 Mechanic St, Dexter, ME built?

12 Mechanic St, Dexter, ME was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12 Mechanic St, Dexter, ME?

12 Mechanic St, Dexter, ME is assigned to Ridge View Community School (elementary), rated D+; Dexter Regional High School (high), rated C-. All sit in School Administrative District 46. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 Mechanic St, Dexter, ME compare to other homes in Dexter 04930?

Among the 1,598 homes in Dexter 04930, it is worth more than 50% of them ($206,211 against a typical $207,324), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($25 against a typical $160), it is bigger than 97% of them (8,409 ft² against a typical 1,464 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.92 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1952 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Penobscot County, it is worth more than 28% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 12 Mechanic St, Dexter, ME?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12 Mechanic St, Dexter, ME was $1,465. The county assessed it at $73,600.

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