274 Front St

3,060 Sq. Ft.
$196 / Sq. Ft.
3,060
Sq. Ft.
$196
per Sq. Ft.

Description

William A. Ramsdell House - 173 yr. old Italianate Victorian built in 1853 by a ship's joiner who helped craft wooden sailing vessels for which the town was renowned. Dual revenue income possibilities - 1 BR in-law apt. and 2-story carriage house antique shop with pulley-run elevator and cupola with weathervane. Lovingly restored and maintained, it features 10' ceilings, original woodwork, hard wood floors with varying parquet designs, 7 different tin ceiling patterns, picture rail moldings and many...William A. Ramsdell House - 173 yr. old Italianate Victorian built in 1853 by a ship's joiner who helped craft wooden sailing vessels for which the town was renowned. Dual revenue income possibilities - 1 BR in-law apt. and 2-story carriage house antique shop with pulley-run elevator and cupola with weathervane. Lovingly restored and maintained, it features 10' ceilings, original woodwork, hard wood floors with varying parquet designs, 7 different tin ceiling patterns, picture rail moldings and many other elegant period details including a separate service stair, and a 3-floor main staircase whose final steps curve upward as you enter your own cupola with window seats for wonderful river views. 8' X 30' covered porch off the kitchen, great for entertaining. Cozy, private back yard. Located in Richmond's historic district, minutes to restaurants, pub, grocery store, post office, hardware store, waterfront park and boat launch. Boat the Kennebec through Merrymeeting Bay to Bath and the open ocean. Across the Kennebec awaits historic Swan Island, a 2,019-acre Maine Wildlife Management Area for camping, hiking and more. Some furnishings negotiable. Commutable to Augusta, Waterville, Brunswick, Freeport, Portland, 1.5 hrs to Bangor. 19 min. to Wiscasset and the stunning Maine coast, under 2 hrs to Sugarloaf or Sunday River ski areas. Portland jetport just 47 min. away. 2.5 hrs to downtown Boston.
  1. Listed by Mary Sohl • Kezar Realty

Property Details for 274 Front Street

Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyle
Victorian
Garage Spaces
1.00
Garage
Yes
Zoning
Village
LISTING UPDATED: 01/23/2026 09:29 PM

Property Details for 274 Front Street

StatusActive
MLS #1649712
Days on Market3
Taxes$6,074 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1853
Lot Size0.37 AC / 16,117 SF
CountySagadahoc County

Location

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Building Information for 274 Front Street

Stories-Year Built1853Building Size-Lot Size0.37 AC / 16,117 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,426 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,919

Property Taxes

$506

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 274 Front Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Kennebec River
  • Zip Code: 1381
  • Directions: From Gardiner, take Water St. (Rt. 24) to Richmond-property on right #274. Or from I95, take Rt. 197 exit east to Front St., take right, property on right.
  • Town: Richmond
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 04357
  • County: Sagadahoc
  • Geo Latitude: 44.084028
  • Geo Longitude: -69.80162
  • Tax Lot: 147
  • Site:Corner Lot: Yes
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
  • Location:Historic District: Yes
  • Location:Intown: Yes
  • Location:Near Turnpike/Interstate: Yes
  • Location:Neighborhood: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Public: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Waterfront Tidal: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Features: Storage Above, 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel, Paved, On Site, Detached, On Street
  • Attached Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 2020R
  • Tax Map Number: U01
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Parcel Number: RICD-000001-000000-000147-000000-U
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,074.00
Property
Green Features
  • Energy Efficiency:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Double Pane Windows: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Programmable Thermostat: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Storm Doors: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Storm Windows: Yes
Heating and Cooling
  • Water Heater:Off Heating System: Yes
  • Water Heater:Oil: Yes
Lot Information
  • SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • SqFt Finished Above Grade: 3060.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.37
  • Source of Acreage: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 3060.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.37
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 16117.2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Street Number: 274
  • Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
  • Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Property Information:Deed: All
  • Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
  • Property Information:2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
  • Property Information:# Rooms: 11.00
  • Property Information:Total Half Baths: 1.00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
  • Property Information:Source of Road Frontage: Public Records
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: .00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: 1.00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: 3.00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Level 2: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 3: .00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Level 3: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Upper: .00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Upper: .00
Parking
  • Driveway:Gravel: Yes
  • Driveway:Paved: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Leased Land: No
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Year Built: 1853
Utilities
  • Electric: Generator Hookup, Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Utilities:Utilities On: Yes
  • Gas:No Gas: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Clapboard, Wood Frame
  • # Fireplaces: 0
  • Fireplace: No
  • Vehicle Storage:1 Car: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Detached: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Vehicle Storage:Storage Above: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
Interior Features
  • Basement: Interior, Bulkhead, Full
  • Flooring: Wood, Carpet
  • Interior Features: In-Law Apartment, Attic, Bathtub, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Zoned, Radiator, Hot Water, Baseboard
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Granite
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Room Total: 11
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 4
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 3.10
  • Cooling YN: No
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Formica: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Second
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Second
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Second
Room 5
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
Room 6
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 7
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 8
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Level: First
Room 9
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
Room 10
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Level: First
Room 11
  • Room Type: Media Room
  • Room Level: Second

Property History for 274 Front Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1649712

$599,000
Oct 16, 2025

Withdrawn

Maine Listings #1618435

$599,000
Apr 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1618435

$625,000
Jun 29, 2020

Sold

Maine Listings #1452164

$290,000
May 23, 2020

Pending

Maine Listings #1452164

May 16, 2020

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1452164

May 12, 2020

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1452164

$299,900
Jan 23, 2019

Expired

Maine Listings #1336813

$320,000
Jan 22, 2018

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1336813

$330,000
Jan 28, 2006

Expired

Maine Listings #760153

$299,000
Dec 2, 2005

Sold

Maine Listings #728369

$265,000
Nov 1, 2005

Pending

Maine Listings #728369

Oct 31, 2005

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #728369

Aug 4, 2005

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #760153

$329,000
Nov 17, 2004

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #728369

$349,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/16/2026

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1649712

$599,000
10/16/2025

Withdrawn

Maine Listings #1618435

$599,000
04/06/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1618435

$625,000
06/29/2020

Sold

Maine Listings #1452164

$290,000
05/23/2020

Pending

Maine Listings #1452164

05/16/2020

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1452164

05/12/2020

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1452164

$299,900
01/23/2019

Expired

Maine Listings #1336813

$320,000
01/22/2018

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1336813

$330,000
01/28/2006

Expired

Maine Listings #760153

$299,000
12/02/2005

Sold

Maine Listings #728369

$265,000
11/01/2005

Pending

Maine Listings #728369

10/31/2005

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #728369

08/04/2005

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #760153

$329,000
11/17/2004

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #728369

$349,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 274 Front Street

Taxable ValueLand$37,600Additions$201,100Total$238,700
Tax Record2024$5,633 ($469 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt3,060 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,060 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt990 SqFtStories2Lot Size16,117 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1860ZoningVILLCountySAGADAHOCAPNRICD M:U01 L:147-00

Schools near 274 Front Street

This home is within Regional School Unit 02.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 3
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Henry L Cottrell School
PublicPK to 3

Dresden Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Hall-Dale Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Marcia Buker School
PublicPK to 5

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274 Front Street is a single family home for sale in Richmond, ME 04357. This property was listed for sale on January 16, 2026 by Kezar Realty, it's currently listed at $599,000. It has been on the market for a total of 3 days and was last sold on June 29, 2020. This listing's school district is Regional School Unit 02. Nearby schools include Henry L Cottrell School, Dresden Elementary School and Hall-Dale Elementary School. 274 Front Street is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 3,060 sqft single family home built in 1853.

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