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(207) 481-3500
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7 Island Ave, Skowhegan, ME 04976

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The Spinning Mill

7 Island Ave
Skowhegan, ME 04976
(207) 481-3500
The Spinning Mill in Skowhegan, ME - Building Photo
  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,510-$2,200 Pricing
  • 630–1,257 Square Feet

About The Spinning Mill

The Spinning Mill Lofts bring new life to one of Skowhegan’s landmark mill buildings, offering apartments that blend historic character with modern comfort. Exposed brick, tall windows, and high ceilings give each home unique charm, while in-unit laundry, stainless steel appliances, and high-end finishes add the convenience you expect today. Set along the Kennebec River, the building features great resident amenities including a fitness center, community lounge, and outdoor spaces with scenic views. With parking included and downtown shops, cafés, and the riverwalk just steps away, the Spinning Mill Lofts make it easy to enjoy both the energy of Skowhegan and the comfort of home.

The Spinning Mill is located in the 04976 Zip code of Skowhegan, ME. This community is professionally managed by High Tide Capital

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Art Studio
  • Conference Room
  • Co-working Space
  • Library
  • Movie Theater
  • Resident Longue
  • Restaurant Onsite

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Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday8:00 am–4:00 pm
Tuesday8:00 am–4:00 pm
Wednesday8:00 am–4:00 pm
Thursday8:00 am–4:00 pm
Friday8:00 am–4:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Spinning Mill offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,510 and having 630–1,257 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    0BR/1.0BA

    $1,510

    Studio, 1 Bath, 630 sq ft
    Available Sep 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,510 September 1, 2026215630
    $1,510 November 1, 2026303630

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wi-Fi
    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,510

    Unit 215 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,510

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,510

    Unit 303 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,510

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,510
  • 1 Bedroom

    1BR/1.0BA

    $1,650

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 824 sq ft
    Available Aug 10

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotosView Details
    $1,650 August 10, 2026214824
    $1,650 August 10, 2026310824
    $1,650 August 10, 2026316824

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wi-Fi
    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,650

    Unit 214 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,650

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,650

    Unit 310 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,650

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,650

    Unit 316 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,650

    Unit Description

    The Spinning Mill is a four-story building with 41 loft-style apartments, 20 room hotel and Biergarten located in the vibrant downtown of Skowhegan, Maine. Enjoy the convenience of having the town's best restaurants, cultural destinations, and entertainment just steps away.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,650
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2BR/2.0BA

    $2,200

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1257 sq ft
    Available Oct 10

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotos
    $2,200 October 10, 20263091257

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wi-Fi
    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 309 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,200

    Unit Description

    The Spinning Mill, is a four-story building with 41 loft-style apartments, 20 room hotel and Biergarten located in the vibrant downtown of Skowhegan, Maine. Enjoy the convenience of having the town's best restaurants, cultural destinations, and entertainment just steps away.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,200
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 41 Units
  • 4 Stories
  • Built in 2025

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Pet Policies are Negotiable

Cat
Monthly Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet.$50.00/mo
Dog
Monthly Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet.$50.00/mo

Parking Fees

Parking
Parking FeeiCharged Per Vehicle.$0.00/mo

Storage Fees

Storage Medium
Storage DepositiCharged Per Rentable Item.$0.00
Storage RentiCharged Per Rentable Item.$40.00/mo

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Art Studio
  • Conference Room
  • Co-working Space
  • Library
  • Movie Theater
  • Resident Longue
  • Restaurant Onsite

On-Site Services

  • Community Wide Wi Fi
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Lounge
  • Conference Rooms
  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Roof Terrace

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Media Center/Movie Theatre

Interior Features

  • Cable Ready
  • Windows
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Wi Fi

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Quartz Countertops

Living Area Features

  • High Ceilings
  • Dining Room
Google Map

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7 Island Ave, Skowhegan, ME 04976

Getting Around

  • 30 / 100 Somewhat walkable

    Few day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 30 / 100 Somewhat Bikeable

    Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 80 / 100 Very car friendly

    Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems

Scores provided by Local Logic details

Getting to Know the Area

  • 50 / 100 Restaurants

    Some restaurants within a few minutes

  • 20 / 100 Cafes

    Some cafés within walking distance

  • 20 / 100 Nightlife

    Some bars within walking distance

  • 60 / 100 Shopping

    Several shops within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Noise Level

    Virtually no sources of noise nearby

Scores provided by Local Logic

Frequently Asked Questions about The Spinning Mill

Where is The Spinning Mill located?

The Spinning Mill is located at 7 Island Ave, Skowhegan, ME

What is the current rent range at The Spinning Mill?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Spinning Mill currently range from $1,510 to $2,200

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Spinning Mill are
  • Monday 8:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Renters Reviews and Ratings

3.2
11 Renters Reviews

A genuine, small town community feel.

June 13, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
I’ve really enjoyed living at Spinning Mill Lofts in Skowhegan. The renovation is absolutely lovely and does a wonderful job of honoring the historic mill while giving residents a modern, comfortable place to live. From day one, everyone here has been so friendly and welcoming, from the staff to the neighbors, which has made the building feel more like a home than just an apartment. Living here has given me a real sense of community and has helped me feel connected to Skowhegan in a way I truly ...
appreciate. I’m grateful to be part of this building and this town, and I would happily recommend Spinning Mill Lofts to anyone looking for a beautiful place to live with a genuine small-town community feel.
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Great place to live!

May 15, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
I had to move because of work but I really enjoyed living here. It is a beautiful old commercial building that was converted into apartment units. A ton of charm and located on an island in central Maine!

Love our Apartment

May 5, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
This has been a great place to live. The apartment is beautiful, spacious, and well cared for, and all maintenance requests have been handled. The community feels safe and welcoming, and the staff has always been kind and professional. The location is another big plus—close to walking paths/park/downtown, dining, and everyday essentials. Like most apartments, there can be some normal day-to-day noise from neighbors, but it hasn’t been disruptive. We’re very happy here.

Spinning Mill Apartments deliver on modernized housing need

May 5, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
The newly renovated Spinning Mill apartments are breathing new life into housing spaces along the Kennebec River while also offering a community atmosphere. These spacious, modern units are not only filled with natural light, but they are a blank canvas for inspired home decor. Neighbors are friendly, respectful, and multigenerational. With live entertainment, a beautifully appointed Biergarten restaurant downstairs, and just enough tenants, you will feel like you’ve gained a whole new ...
community. True, sound insulation and craftsmanship could have been higher end, but the improvement made to this once dilapidated building in rural Somerset County is an asset to a community with an affordable housing shortage. For residents, it fulfills a very human need to “look out,” with a birds eye view of the mighty Kennebec River. New management is attentive, engaged, and motivated to build community in this space.
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Love How This Turned Out

May 5, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
The Spinning Mill is such a cool spot! Construction is finally done and everything looks awesome. Love the coworking space and having a restaurant right onsite!

Beautiful new apartments in Skowhegan

May 5, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
I've lived here for about 8 months, and it's been a great spot to live! Apartments are all new and beautifully designed, with the building in a unique and central location and great amenities around it. Short walk across the river to the downtown, an amazing restaurant and bar on the first floor with lots of fun events (and a beautiful outdoor space), and a good community of people to live around. Pros: beautiful apartments, great appliances, centrally located (on an island in the Kennebec!), ...
HUGE windows, & good rates Cons: not many- soundproofing is not perfect (a reality of community living), and the rooftop deck is still under progress. Improvements seem to be made every day to the spaces we use in the building, and I've talked with management about the couple minor concerns- they are responsive and I'm confident they'll continue to make this building both a great place to live and a community hub in Skowhegan!!
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Beautiful concept, execution HIGHLY disappointing!!!

March 6, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
Spinning Mill Lofts is a visually striking restoration with strong architectural appeal. The concept is excellent, but the day-to-day experience has not matched the presentation. Construction described as temporary at move-in extended far beyond projected timelines. Work expected to be substantially complete by September only recently entered final punch list stages, affecting amenity access, building functionality, and overall stability. A monthly amenity fee is charged, yet multiple advertised ...
amenities have been unavailable or altered for much of the tenancy, including the roof deck, screening room, art studio, and portions of the coworking space. The coworking area was reduced to accommodate event space without prior notice. The amenity fee has remained unchanged. Utility billing has shifted. Although leases reference submetering, residents were later presented with flat-rate proposals and interim adjustments, creating uncertainty about long-term structure. Noise is a significant concern. Hotel and restaurant operations generate frequent late-night sound that carries into units. On-site events are often held without notice, increasing noise and disrupting parking. Sound transmission between units is substantial; conversations and routine activity are clearly audible. Security and access have been inconsistent. Door codes have been widely shared, locks changed without notice, and nonresidents have accessed residential areas. After-hours disturbances have occurred, and emergency communication lacks clarity. Maintenance responsiveness has varied. Tickets have been closed without explanation; snow removal delayed; trash overflowed; grounds upkeep minimal if at all. For several months there was no onsite maintenance person. Management communication is frequently delayed, absent, or dismissive. For nine months residents have been told management is “on a learning curve,” despite this reportedly being their fourth or fifth similar project. Residents are often told matters require a “team meeting” or are “being worked on,” yet little changes. The building has visual appeal and potential, but prospective tenants should ask detailed questions about construction timelines, amenity delivery, soundproofing, event scheduling, security protocols, and utility billing before signing. There has already been noticeable tenant turnover, with other tenants indicating they are actively looking for other housing options. My advice, keep looking.
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Property Manager Responded

April 20, 2026
Thank you for your detailed feedback. We’re glad you recognize the vision behind the property, though we’re sorry your experience hasn’t met expectations. As we’ve transitioned from construction to full operations, there have been ongoing adjustments across amenities, communication, and building systems. We understand the impact this has had and continue working to improve consistency across the resident experience. We appreciate you sharing your perspective and wish you the best moving forward. The Spinning Mill Management Team

Do not live here. Miserable.

February 20, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
If you can at all avoid it, absolutely do not live here. It has been the single biggest mistake I have ever made. The units are visually appealing, which I understand makes these units desirable. However: this building is managed EXTREMELY poorly. No sound dampening efforts were made at all in the construction of this building, to the point I can clearly hear every step, every conversation, every sneeze of my neighbors. The first floor of this building is a shared hotel and restaurant space. ...
Again, no noise dampening whatsoever between these spaces and the residential spaces. The restaurant often has live music, which can be heard loudly and clearly on the residential floors. If you are unfortunate enough to live on the second floor, you will experience this to the extremes. In addition, the hotels directly below the residential spaces, especially on the 2nd floor, make living here truly unbearable. Management is nearly impossible to get in contact with. If you do get in contact with them, they simply do not care about any concerns whatsoever. Being a new construction that cut lots of corners, there are a variety of issues tenants have with doors being installed incorrectly, kitchens having unfinished aspects, paint all over the floors, paint chipping and falling from ceilings, gaps between the floors and walls, allowing for bugs and more noise, etc. None of these issues have been addressed in a timely manner. Again, if you can at all avoid it, live somewhere else. You will absolutely regret signing a lease here.
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Property Manager Responded

April 20, 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about your experience, as this is not the standard we aim to provide. As a mixed-use, historic building, some sound transfer can occur, and we understand how important comfort and timely communication are. Your concerns are taken seriously as we continue to improve both operations and the resident experience. We appreciate your feedback and wish you the best moving forward. The Spinning Mill Management Team

Aesthetics are NOT everything

December 25, 2025 - Review from Apartments.com
When it comes to feeling secure and safe in a home, it takes a lot more than optics. Prospective renters should research this type of situation well before renting.

Property Manager Responded

April 20, 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We understand that feeling safe and secure in your home is essential. Our building has controlled access with locked entry points, and we take security seriously while continuing to look for ways to improve. We appreciate you sharing your perspective and wish you the best moving forward. The Spinning Mill Management Team

Attractive apartments, but noise, incomplete amenities, and operational issues.

December 18, 2025 - Review from Apartments.com
Pros: Attractive apartments with high-end appliances and strong visual appeal. Cons: The property does not deliver what is advertised, especially considering the cost. Key Issues: Construction & Noise: Poor insulation, visible construction shortcuts, and no soundproofing result in significant noise from neighbors and common areas. Amenities & Fees: Many advertised amenities are unavailable or unfinished but full fees are charged. Management & Security: Management and maintenance support are ...
limited, with inconsistent communication and response times. Security and access control are also concerns due to frequent non-resident foot traffic and shared access points. Parking: Parking can be difficult, especially during on-site events, and residents are not notified in advance. Bottom Line: While the apartments are visually appealing, incomplete amenities, noise issues, limited communication, and security concerns make it hard to justify the price. Improved management and follow-through could enhance the experience, but the property currently falls short.
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Property Manager Responded

April 20, 2026
Thank you for your detailed feedback. We’re glad you appreciate the design of the apartments, though we’re sorry your experience hasn’t met expectations. As a historic building, some sound transfer can occur, and we recognize the importance of communication, completed amenities, and security. Your feedback is taken seriously as we continue to improve the resident experience. We appreciate you sharing your perspective and wish you the best moving forward. The Spinning Mill Management Team

Terrible management

December 9, 2025 - Review from Apartments.com
I would advise against renting here. The building has zero insulation so you can hear every word from the upstairs and down stairs neighbors. Management also doesn’t respond to tenant issues.

Property Manager Responded

April 20, 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about your experience. As a historic building, some sound transfer can occur, but we understand how important comfort is. We also take communication seriously and are sorry to hear you felt unheard. We appreciate you sharing your experience and wish you the best moving forward. The Spinning Mill Management Team

Nearby Schools

Margaret Chase Smith School-Skowhegan

Regional School Unit 54 Msad 54
40 Heselton Street
Public School - Grades K-5 (180 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
5/10

Skowhegan Area Middle School

Regional School Unit 54 Msad 54
155 Academy Circle
Public School - Grades 6-8 (473 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away
5/10

Skowhegan Area High School

Regional School Unit 54 Msad 54
61 Academy Circle
Public School - Grades 9-12 (719 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away
5/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Spinning Mill.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

4 Jewett St
3 minute drive / 1.21 miles away

Hospitals

Redington - Fairview General Hospital

46 Fairview Ave Po Box 468
1 minute drive / 0.34 miles away

Shopping Centers

Skowhegan Plaza

6 Main St
1 minute drive / 0.29 miles away

Fairgrounds Marketplace

474-496 Madison Ave
4 minute drive / 1.52 miles away

Skowhegan Village

338 Madison Ave
5 minute drive / 1.68 miles away

The Spinning Mill has 4 shopping centers within 2.0 miles.

Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Skowhegan Studio Apartments $1,430$1,050$1,650
Skowhegan 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,545$850$2,750
Skowhegan 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,761$1,000$3,000
Skowhegan 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,668$1,500$1,750
Skowhegan 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,750$1,750$1,750
2 Bedroom Homes$1,585$1,100$2,350
3 Bedroom Homes$2,286$1,400$5,900
4 Bedroom Homes$2,207$1,500$3,500

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