So there it is, a cabin on a lake for $124,900.

Could it be for real?

Your Scribe has taken it as his duty to find cabins for sale that are "reasonably" priced.

I am not saying what reasonable is, but you can be sure it is on this side of the lowest-priced caretaker's shack in Camden.

Here is a listing that makes one think: Attean Township (near Jackman) - Quaint 2BR camp on Big Wood Lake. Incredible views on this 2000+ acre lake & conservation land across the way. New metal roof & comes furnished!
$124,900.

That does sound reasonable.

However, we must consider one variable of buying in this spacious state: distance from priority attractions.

For instance, there are many attractive properties in Aroostook but you've got to have a lot of time on your hands to make it worthwhile.

Or if you live in southern Maine, the thought to trekking to Jackman might be unappealing.

Assuming that distance is not a problem, it would be delightful to think you could be in a two-bedroom camp for less than $125,000.

But it is on .13 acres, which is exceedingly small.

It was built in 1935. It's doubtful if it has been often upgraded.

These concerns remind me of my ride out to Tom Joad country in Parsonsfield last fall, when I checked out a riverside cabin priced at $79,900.

Tom Joad was the penniless protagonist of "Grapes of Wrath," and I don't know that even Mr. Joad would have sought shelter at that rundown property.

But back to the central premise here: There's a lakeside cabin for sale for one of the lowest numbers you are going to behold this buying season!

More information can be found at www.longpondrealty.com.

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