278 Highland Terrace, Mexico, ME 04257 (MLS # 1686033)
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Character, Space & Possibilities"”A Home That is Anything but Ordinary! Set on a sprawling, mature 3.4-acre corner lot just minutes from in-town conveniences, this charming Colonial offers a rare blend of timeless character, distinctive features, and room to spread out. From the beautiful tongue-and-groove detailing in the skylit laundry room to the expansive finished room above the heated two-car garage, this home is full of natural light and possibilities. Add a separate workshop, a private back porch, and numerous recent updates, and you have a property that invites you to imagine all the ways to make it your own. One of the home's standout features is the spacious, skylit laundry room, where natural light and beautiful tongue-and-groove details create a warm, inviting space, complete with direct entry to the heated two-car garage. Above the garage, an impressive finished bonus room offers incredible flexibility"”imagine a family room, home office, hobby space, game room, or creative retreat. An existing propane line is already in place, ready for a future heating connection. Outside, the possibilities continue. Enjoy the porch, explore the generous grounds, or put the separate workshop to use for projects, storage, hobbies, or extra workspace. The expansive acreage offers room to garden, play, entertain, or simply enjoy the privacy and freedom that come with owning a larger parcel"”all while remaining conveniently close to everyday amenities. With its classic Colonial charm, unique architectural details, versatile bonus space, heated two-car garage, separate workshop, and many recent improvements, this property offers a wonderful opportunity for buyers seeking something with personality and potential. If you've been looking for a home with character, space, and features you won't find everywhere, this distinctive property in Mexico deserves a closer look!
| LAST UPDATED | 10/28/2026 | YEAR BUILT | 1870 |
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| GARAGE SPACES | 3.0 | COUNTY | Oxford |
| STATUS | Active | PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | Wall Unit(s) |
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| AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
| APPLIANCES | Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer |
| BASEMENT | Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished, Yes |
| CONSTRUCTION | Frame, Wood Siding |
| GARAGE | Attached Garage, Yes |
| HEAT | Forced Air, Oil, Pellet Stove, Wood, Wood Stove |
| INTERIOR | Storage |
| LOT | 3.4 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Landscaped, Open Lot, Rolling Slope |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | 3.4 |
| MLS STATUS | Active |
| PARKING | Paved, Detached, Inside Entrance, Attached |
| SEWER | Private Sewer |
| STYLE | Colonial |
| TAXES | 3787 |
| UTILITIES | Propane |
| VIEW | Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION | Scenic |
| WATER | Public |
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