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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fitness center
  • On-site laundry
  • Off-street parking
  • Oversized windows
  • Sleek finishes
  • Soaring ceilings

Location

7 Island Ave, Skowhegan, ME 04976, USA
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Management

High Tide Capital LLC

Leasing office

(207) 431-9630

Property Overview

The Spinning Mill offers strong overall value with an 8.1 expert rating, highlighted by excellent pricing, convenient location, and a high standard of amenities. Residents benefit from close proximity to top rated elementary and middle schools, transparent property information, and a value-per-square-foot ranking in the top percentile for the area.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, The Spinning Mill is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Spinning Mill has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath1,257 sqft$2,200 /mo1 unit availableSpinning Mill Lofts offers historic charm with modern style in the heart of Skowhegan. Featuring soaring ceilings, oversized windows, exposed brick, and sleek finishes, these unique lofts blend character and comfort. Residents enjoy on-site laundry, fitness center, community lounge, secure access, elevator service, off-street parking, and sweeping views of the Kennebec River and downtown.

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Amenities for The Spinning Mill

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units41
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About The Spinning Mill

Home The Spinning Mill

Spinning Mill Lofts offers historic charm with modern style in the heart of Skowhegan. Featuring soaring ceilings, oversized windows, exposed brick, and sleek finishes, these unique lofts blend character and comfort. Residents enjoy on-site laundry, fitness center, community lounge, secure access, elevator service, off-street parking, and sweeping views of the Kennebec River and downtown.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, The Spinning Mill is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Spinning Mill has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Spinning Mill
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Spinning Mill stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, The Spinning Mill is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Spinning Mill is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Spinning Mill does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

The Spinning Mill is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Spinning Mill compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 628 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in Skowhegan

2-bedroom apartments at The Spinning Mill cost about 42% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Skowhegan.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Skowhegan
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Skowhegan
MonthMedian Rent
April 2025$1,175
May 2025$1,050
September 2025$975
October 2025$971
November 2025$932
December 2025$958
March 2026$975
April 2026$1,000

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$88,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $88,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,200.
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Schools near The Spinning Mill

Bloomfield Elementary School

140 academy circle

skowhegan, ME, 4976

1-3Public
B-

Margaret Chase Smith School - Skowhegan

40 heselton st

skowhegan, ME, 4976

4-5Public
B-

North Elementary School

33 jewett st

skowhegan, ME, 4976

PK, KPublic
B-

Mill Stream Elementary School

26 mercer rd

norridgewock, ME, 4957

PK, K-6Public
C+

Canaan Elementary School

178 main st

canaan, ME, 4924

PK, K-6Public
B+
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Skowhegan near 7 Island Ave

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 7 Island Ave, Skowhegan

Groceries

5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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