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$490,000$192 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

159 MECHANIC ST

CAMDEN, ME 04843
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,548 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.
2.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1820
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Pre-foreclosure (LIS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
A foreclosure-related notice has been recorded for this property.

Valuation

$490K
$418K low$562K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,131 (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.$533,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$164,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$368,600

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Historical
CountyKNOX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.10
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

M
Camden-Rockport Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Camden-Rockport Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.5 mi
H
Camden Hills Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: School Administrative District 28

Neighborhood · ZIP 04843These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.78%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,062
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.256 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,844
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,142
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

159 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 77% of homes in Camden 04843
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Camden 04843
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Knox County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Camden 04843
  • Among the oldest homes in Knox County

What homes are worth in Camden 04843

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

This home
$282K$3.2M

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Camden 04843.

How it measures up in Camden 04843

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Camden 04843.

Estimated value$490,000
CheaperTypical $692,356Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$192
CheaperTypical $394Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area2,548 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,732 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size2.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.55 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1820
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 159 Mechanic St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCamden 04843Knox County
Estimated valuepricier than$490,00023% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1923% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than2,548 ft²77% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.1 ac84% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than18202% of homesalmost no homes

About 159 Mechanic St

How much is 159 Mechanic St, Camden, ME worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Mechanic St, Camden, ME is $490,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $418,480 to $561,520. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Mechanic St, Camden, ME last sell?

159 Mechanic St, Camden, ME last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Mechanic St, Camden, ME?

159 Mechanic St, Camden, ME has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,548 square feet of living space and a 2.10-acre lot.

When was 159 Mechanic St, Camden, ME built?

159 Mechanic St, Camden, ME was built in 1820, making it 206 years old. It is a historical home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 Mechanic St, Camden, ME?

159 Mechanic St, Camden, ME is assigned to Camden-Rockport Middle School (middle), rated A; Camden-Rockport Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Camden Hills Regional High School (high), rated A. All sit in School Administrative District 28. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Mechanic St, Camden, ME compare to other homes in Camden 04843?

Among the 2,562 homes in Camden 04843, it is worth more than 23% of them ($490,000 against a typical $692,356), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($192 against a typical $394), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,548 ft² against a typical 1,732 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (2.1 ac against a typical 0.55 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1820 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Knox County, it is worth more than 62% 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 159 Mechanic St, Camden, ME?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Mechanic St, Camden, ME was $6,131. The county assessed it at $533,100.

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