Maine Timberland for Sale

Maine timberland investment property for sale.  Located in Lakeville, Maine is a 124.8± acre parcel of unimproved timberland for sale.  The tract is made up of 3 40± acre surveyed lots along a well-maintained gravel road in Lakeville.  The property would be ideal for a buy and hold parcel to add to your investment mix.  The land could also be a cabin or off-grid homesite in a rural part of Maine, known for its recreational opportunities.

The topography of the timber tract is sloped.  The land rises from the low point of 300 feet above sea level to a high point of 540 feet above sea level.  The soils that make up the site are predominantly silty loams and the timber growing on the site is growing very well.  The soil is limited by the steepness of the land which makes it unsuitable for traditional farming.  There are areas that are level plateaus that could be cleared for an off-grid home or recreational cabin.

The stand of trees on the property is predominantly hardwood.  There is an abundance of beech located on the parcel.  Beech is a very good firewood and produces a nut crop that is sought after by deer, bear, ruffed grouse and more.  With rising energy prices, having an abundance of firewood available to harvest and sell could provide a steady income stream for the owner. 

The town of Lakeville is a very small community with a year-round population of just 104 people.  Seasonally there are more residents with the abundance of lakes in the area, there are many lakefront cottages that are frequented in the summer months.  The area is renowned for its fishing and hunting opportunities that are enjoyed by the residents and visitors of the region.  The lakes in the area provide angling opportunities for landlocked salmon, lake trout, brook trout as well as bass and chain pickerel.  In the woodlands you will find bragging size deer, moose and black bear.  Ruffed grouse and woodcock can be found in numbers sure to satisfy any upland hunter’s desire.  Call today to take a close look at this surveyed parcel of recreational timberland located on Homestead Drive in Lakeville, Maine.