278 Highland Terrace
Mexico, ME 04257
For more information on this listing, contact us at: (207) 272-2202
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$328,000
278 Highland Terrace Mexico, ME 04257
Single Family Residence
Property Type
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,768
Sq. Ft.
1870
Year Built
Oxford
County
Listing Office
Office
Hearth & Key Realty
Hearth & Key Realty Broker Phone 207-713-3144
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!
MLS #
1686033
Monthly HOA
N/A
On Site
Not Available
Last Updated
10/28/2026
Location
Contact Agent
Maureen Zemrak
(207) 272-2202Property Details
Community Information
Architecture
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Year Built
1870
Style
Colonial
Construction Materials
Wood Frame, Wood Siding
Roof
Pitched, Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Basement
Interior Entry, Full, Unfinished
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Features
Paved, 5 - 10 Spaces, Detached, Inside Entrance
Garages Features
1 Car, 2 Car, Attached, Detached, Inside Entrance
Features / Amenities
Interior Features
Attic, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
Appliances
Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring
Laminate, Tile, Wood, Luxury Vinyl
Laundry
Main Level
Amenities
Attic, Main Level, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
Patio And Porch
Deck
Other Structures
Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Window
Double Pane Windows
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Heating
Oil, Pellets, Wood, Forced Air, Pellet Stove, Wood Stove
Water Heater
Electric, Tank
Total Rooms
8
Square Footage Finished Sq. Ft.
Above Grade
1768
Property Features
Lot Size
3.4 Acres
Lot Features
Near Shopping, Near Town, Neighborhood, Rural, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Landscaped
Waterfront Features
Nearby
View
Scenic
Roads
Paved, Public
Sewer
Private Sewer
Water
Public
Electric
Circuit Breakers, Generator Hookup
Gas
Bottled
Road Surface
Paved
Zoning
Residential
Directions
GPS is accurate. From Route 2, turn on Highland Terrace. Home is located at the corner of Richards Ave & Highland Terrace.
Tax and Financial Info
Tax Year
2025
Pets Allowed
No Restrictions
Rooms
| Level | Features | |
| Mud Room | First | |
| Bonus Room | Second | Above Garage, Vaulted Ceiling(s) |
| Kitchen | First | Kitchen Island |
| Laundry | First | Built-Ins, Skylight |
| Dining Room | First | |
| Bedroom 1 | Second | Double Vanity |
| Living Room | First | |
| Bedroom 2 | Second |
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