Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,060 sqft
238 Back River Rd, Boothbay, ME 04537
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.52 acresLot Size
1950Year Built
$393/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Charming seasonal cottage perched on the water's edge of Knickerbocker Lake. This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home has panoramic views of Knickerbocker Lake from each room inside. The property has a detached 2 car garage, dock/float & ramp.Charming seasonal cottage perched on the water's edge of Knickerbocker Lake. This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home has panoramic views of Knickerbocker Lake from each room inside. The property has a detached 2 car garage, dock/float & ramp.
  • Listed by: Stephanie Branch 207.751.4093 sbranch@legacysir.com • Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Listing closed: 06/06/2023 12:00 AM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1559667

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Property Information for 238 Back River Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,169 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Style: Ranch
  • View: Scenic
  • Has Waterfront: Yes
  • Zoning: R & WRP
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Lot Size: 0.52 AC / 22,651 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Location: Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Town
  • Page: 265
  • Zoning Overlay: Yes
  • Directions: From ME-27 S, take right into Back River Road at Boothbay center, property will be on your left in just over a mile.
  • Latitude: 43.886429
  • Longitude: -$69.65
  • Water Frontage Owned: 150.0
  • Source of Water Frontage: Seller
  • Waterfront Amount: $150.00
  • Water Body Type: Lake
  • Water Body Name: Knickerbocker Lake
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 131
  • Tax Book Number: 3473
  • Tax Map Number: R04
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,169.15
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Detached
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
  • Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Detached
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Has Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Near Golf Course, Near Town
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.52
  • Lot Size Area: 0.52
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 22651.2
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Public
  • Site: Rolling/Sloping
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1060.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1060.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1950
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Foundation Materials: Block
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Color: White
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $404.72
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Electric, Wood
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: No Gas
  • Recreational Water: Deeded, Dock, Lake/Fresh Water
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Private, Lake Drawn
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Membrane, Shingle
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Laundry - 1st Floor, One-Floor Living, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer
  • Appliances Included: Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 2
  • Rooms Total: 4
  • Basement: Partial, Exterior Only, Unfinished
  • Basement: Partial, Unfinished
  • Basement Entry: Exterior Only
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Blowers, Baseboard
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Carpet
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, One-Floor Living, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First
  • Primary Bedroom Amenities: Closet, Full Bath
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Bedroom 1 Amenities: Walk-in Closet
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Amenities: Built-Ins, Wood Burning Fireplace
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 238 Back River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 6, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1513336395

$416,600—
Jun 6, 2023

Sold

Maine Listings #1559667

$416,600—
May 22, 2023

Pending

Maine Listings #1559667

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/06/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1513336395

$416,600
06/06/2023

Sold

Maine Listings #1559667

$416,600
05/22/2023

Pending

Maine Listings #1559667

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Public Records for 238 Back River Road

Taxable ValueLand$125,619Additions$107,623Total$233,242
Tax Record2025$2,822 ($235 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,060 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,060 SqFtStories1Lot Size22,651 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950Year Renovated1950ZoningWRP/GRCountyLINCOLNAPNBOOT M:R04 B:0131 L:

Schools near 238 Back River Road

This home is within Boothbay-Boothbay Hbr Community School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Boothbay Region Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Boothbay Region High School
Public9 to 12

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 238 Back River Road, Boothbay, ME 04537
$416,600
2
1,060
22,651
$220,000
3
1,166
25,700
$170,000
2
1,392
34,848
–
2
1
974
20,473
–
–
1
1,008
34,848
$365,000
3
936
39,204

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