Live, Work & Thrive in the Heart of Cornish!
Welcome to The Ayer House, a beautifully restored 1811 Colonial just steps from the vibrant Cornish Village—famous for its charming antique shops, restaurants, and small-town charm (named one of Downeast Magazine's Top Maine Towns!).
This iconic home blends historic elegance with modern updates, featuring newly renovated bathrooms and a stylish kitchen, all while preserving original character—wide pine floors, handcrafted trim, fireplaces, and classic period details throughout spacious rooms. Brand new Boiler for BBHW.
With its prime in-town location and flexible Village Center zoning, the possibilities are endless—make this your dream home, open a shop, or do both! The attached carriage house ell, once an antique and gift shop, offers even more space for creative or commercial use.
Whether you're looking to settle into a timeless home or launch your next venture in a thriving community, this property is your opportunity to Live, Work, and Play in historic Cornish
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$349,000
74 Main Street, Cornish, ME 04020
3beds
2,750sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1811
1.05 Acres Lot
$348,300 Zestimate®
$127/sqft
$3,260 Estimated rent
Home value
$348,300
$313,000 - $387,000
$3,260/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 15, 2025 at 07:18pm
Listed by:
Maine Real Estate Experts YvonneSellsMaine@gmail.com
Bought with:
Dream Home Realty LLC
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1625470
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Great room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Other
- Features: Parlor
- Level: First
Other
- Features: Breakfast Nook
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Interior Entry,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,750
- Total interior livable area: 2,750 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,750
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 1.05 Acres
- Features: Historic District, City Lot, Open Lot, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: CNSHMU04L003
- Zoning: Village Center Dist
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Clapboard
- Foundation: Stone, Granite
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1811
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Cornish
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2025 | Sold | $349,000-8.1%$127/sqft |
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| 7/23/2025 | Pending sale | $379,900$138/sqft |
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| 6/26/2025 | Price change | $379,900-3.8%$138/sqft |
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| 6/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $395,000$144/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,842 +18.7% | $417,600 +84.5% |
| 2023 | $3,236 +3.6% | $226,300 |
| 2022 | $3,123 +2.2% | $226,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 04020
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Sacopee Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 4/10Sacopee Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 mi
- 5/10South Hiram Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 3.6 mi
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- Maine
- York County
- Cornish
- 04020
- 74 Main Street