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Where Tradition

Meets Opportunity

a small town in Hancock County, Maine, United States

With a population of just over 60 residents, Osborn embodies the charm and tranquility of rural living, offering visitors
and residents alike a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of larger cities.

Where Tradition

Meets Opportunity

a small town in Hancock County, Maine, United States

About Osborn Online Services
With a population of just over 60 residents, Osborn embodies the charm and tranquility of rural living, offering visitors
and residents alike a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of larger cities.
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What makes Osborn Special

The Town of Osborn has a total area of 38.04 square miles (98.52 km2), of which 35.20 square miles (91.17 km2) is land and 2.84 square miles (7.36 km2) is water. 1.9 miles of Osborn can be found located on Route 179, known as Moose Hill Road. Osborn is also home to beautiful Spectacle Pond (or Spec Pond as it is sometimes called), which is located off Route 9 near Aurora.

Close Community

The Town of Osborn is a small close knit community with a population of 65 at the time of the 2020 census. It is a community of neighbors helping neighbors.

Low Property Taxes

The town of Osborn offers some of the lowest property taxes in Hancock County, making it an affordable place for homeowners.

Affordable Housing

Affordable housing options in the Town of Osborn are limited due to its rural nature, but residents can explore opportunities in nearby communities like Ellsworth for more accessible housing programs.

Great Local Businesses

Residents and visitors can enjoy fresh produce from local farms, unique handmade crafts, and services from nearby Ellsworth’s shops and restaurants, supporting the area’s small business economy.

Beautiful Scenic Views

Spectacle or “Spec” Pond, as it is sometimes called, is an especially picturesque lake located off the “Airline” (Rt.9) near Aurora. Access is very good over an improved qravel road, the 73-00-00 road, which meets Rt. 9 at the eastern end of the so-called “Whalesback”. Travel about 4 miles on this road, then turn right on the 73-25-00 road to get to the landing where boats can be easily launched on a shallow sand beach area. White perch and pickerel are well established and provide the major fisheries at the present time. Pickerel grow to a very attractive size, averaging about 20 inches in length and nearly 2 pounds in weight. Perch are abundant and provide especially good fishing in the fall. Experimental stockings of brown trout have exhibited excellent growth and survival despite the pond’s warm water temperatures and abundant populations of competing fish species (white and yellow perch, pickerel, hornpout). Both smelts and small perch are reasonably abundant and contribute to the production of occasional brown trout in excess of 4 pounds. Although some very limited reproduction of brown trout has been noted in the pond’s outlet (East Branch of the Union River), continued stockings will be necessary to sustain the pond’s brown trout fishery. Anglers catch an occasional native brook trout.

Close Knit School System

The Close Knit School System in Osborn, Maine, provides a personalized and supportive educational environment for local students, fostering strong community ties and individual attention.

Where Tradition

Meets Opportunity

a small town in Hancock County, Maine, United States

Where Tradition

Meets Opportunity

a small town in Hancock County, Maine, United States

About Osborn Online Services