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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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Property Overview

The Spinning Mill is a competitively priced, high-value property with a strong overall expert rating of 7.5/10, supported by excellent scores for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Residents can enjoy features like a fitness center, on-site laundry, off-street parking, oversized windows, sleek finishes, and soaring ceilings, along with convenient access to highly rated nearby schools.

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

7.5
Very Good
The Spinning Mill is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath1,257 sqftSpinning 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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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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.
7.5
/10
Very Good
The Spinning Mill is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated The Spinning Mill
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, The Spinning Mill has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
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 507 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends 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

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

Explore the area around 7 Island Ave

George's Banana Stand
121 North Ave
Hannaford
100 Fairgrounds MKT Pl
Walmart Supercenter
60 Fairgrounds MKT Pl
York's Market
71 Main St

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