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Machiasport, this 2.73-acre improved hillside lot is ready for your construction dreams. The lot has had a lot of gravel put in to level up a building spot as well as having the septic system and well put in place. This lot is ready to welcome your plans, location is on a quiet side road and not too far out of Machias as well as being close to places such as Fort O'Brian state park and Jasper Beach. Machiasport, Maine is a coastal town in Washington County with a population of around 962 at the 2020 census. It's known for its historic port, picturesque harbor, and connections to early Maine history. The town's economy is tied to the ocean, with industries like fishing, aquaculture, and tourism playing a significant role. Incorporated 1826 Settled in 1763 Machiasport, was once part of the town of Machias (Machias Port), attracted the attention of explorers and traders as a valuable port at an early date. Before the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth there were French and English trading posts on Cross Island (in neighboring Cutler) as well as Birch Point, now known as Clarks Point. Evidence of the Native American settlement is also found along the shoreline. The settlement occurred after extensive fires in western Maine in the 1760s forced families to seek out hay and timber lands. Captain Thomas Buck of Plymouth, Massachusetts, is said to have carried the first settlers in 1763. Machiasport was separated from Machias and incorporated as the Town of Machiasport in 1826. Machiasport is a picture-perfect Maine village, with a remarkable cluster of white clapboard historic buildings overlooking Machias Bay. Set among tall maples and pines, these historic structures, the Federal-period Gates House (circa 1810) and Cooper-House (circa 1826), the Congregational Church (1832), and the bold Italianate Liberty Hall (1873), all capture the lively spirit and history of this lovely town.