279 Banton Rd
Closed 10/19/22
Closed 10/19/22
Description
This circa-1840s farmhouse has been lovingly cared for by the same owner for more than 50 years. This classic 3-4 bedroom/2 bath cape-style home sits on 8 peaceful acres of lawn, gardens, and open field. You'll find original features throughout the home from pumpkin pine floors and antique hardware to a folk-art floor painting, custom built-ins and more. The first floor includes a library/office, kitchen, dining room, and living room with a stone fireplace built from unique stones found on the property....This circa-1840s farmhouse has been lovingly cared for by the same owner for more than 50 years. This classic 3-4 bedroom/2 bath cape-style home sits on 8 peaceful acres of lawn, gardens, and open field. You'll find original features throughout the home from pumpkin pine floors and antique hardware to a folk-art floor painting, custom built-ins and more. The first floor includes a library/office, kitchen, dining room, and living room with a stone fireplace built from unique stones found on the property. A downstairs bedroom, full bath and laundry offer opportunity for one-level living if desired. Upstairs, you'll find three more bedrooms, a full bath and large walk-in storage closet. Enjoy quiet afternoons on the screen porch overlooking the private back yard with white lilacs planted in 1880, fruit trees, flower gardens and stone walls. Majestic shade trees in the front yard will help keep you cool all summer long. Modern features include an automatic generator, updated propane heating, internet access, and attached garage with automatic door openers. Just across the road, a large historic wood-pegged barn provides plenty of storage for all your toys or equipment and great potential for farming. There's so much opportunity here – from farming and outdoor recreation to work-from-home or an easy commute, or a retirement that will bring you back to the days of a simpler life. Located between Central Maine and the Mid-coast, it's an easy thirty-minute drive to Waterville, Augusta or Belfast and Bangor is just over an hour away. Enjoy year-round recreation at Lake St. George State Park, Just 3 miles away and on Sheepscot Lake via the state-owned boat launch nearby. Come make this beautiful home and community your own!
- Listed by Ellen Wells • Coldwell Banker Plourde Real EstateP: (207)-649-1471 C: (207)-649-1471 ewells@cbplourde.com
- Listed by Victoria Helma • Coldwell Banker Plourde Real EstateP: (207)-692-3913 C: (207)-692-3913 vhelma@cbplourde.com
Property Details for 279 Banton Road
Architectural Style
Cape Cod, Farmhouse
StyleCape Cod, Farmhouse
ViewFields, Scenic, Trees/Woods
Has WaterfrontNo
ZoningRural
LISTING CLOSED: 10/19/2022 12:00 AM
Property Details for 279 Banton Road
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1541011 |
| Days on Market | 12 |
| Taxes | $2,480 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1840 |
| Lot Size | 8.00 AC / 348,480 SF |
| County | Waldo County |
Location
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Sold By Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
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Building Information for 279 Banton Road
Stories-Year Built1840Building Size-Lot Size8.00 AC / 348,480 SF
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$2,003 per month
30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest
Principal and Interest
$1,797
Property Taxes
$207
HOA Dues
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1Property Information for 279 Banton Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- Water View: No
- Location: Rural
- Page: 388-392
- Directions: Route 3, Palermo 10.5 miles from South China - turn right onto Banton Road; property is approximately 1/2 mile on the right.
- Latitude: 44.364299
- Longitude: -$69.40
Taxes and HOA
- Association: No
- Parcel Number: PALE-000010-000000-000023-R000000
- Tax Lot: 23
- Tax Book Number: 675
- Tax Map Number: R10
- Tax Year: 2021
- Tax Annual Amount: $2,480.00
Parking
- Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Inside Entrance
- Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
- Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Attached, Auto Door Opener, Direct Entry to Living
- Has Attached Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.0
- Has Garage: Yes
School Information
- High School District: RSU 12
Property
Lot Information
- Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Pasture/Field, Open, Farm, Level, Rural
- Lot Size Acres: 8.0
- Lot Size Area: 8.0
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Size Square Feet: 348480.0
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: false
- Acreage Other Source: Deed
- Roads: Paved, Public
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Road Frontage: true
- Road Frontage: 740.0
- Source of Road Frontage: Deed
- Site: Farm, Level, Open, Pasture/Field, Well Landscaped
Property and Assessments
- Above Grade Finished Area: 2142.0
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 2142.0
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- Deed: All
- Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
- Restrictions: No Restrictions
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Year Built: 1840
Building Features
- Foundation Details: Granite
- Foundation Materials: Granite
- Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Other Structures: Outbuilding
- Color: Yellow
Financial Information
- List Price/SqFt: $163.35
Green Features
- HERS Certified: No
Utilities
- Heat Fuel: Propane
- Electric: Generator Hookup, Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Bottled
- Recreational Water: Lake/Fresh Water, Nearby, Public
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
- Water Source: Well, Private
- Water Heater: Off Heating System
- Utilities: Utilities On
- Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior: Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
- Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
- Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Laundry - 1st Floor, Storage
- Appliances: Other, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dishwasher
- Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Other
- Other Appliances: chest freezer in garage
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
- Bedrooms Total: 4
- Equipment: Internet Access Available, Generator
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
- Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Generator
- # Full Baths Level 1: 1
- # Full Baths Level 2: 1
- Rooms Total: 8
- Basement: Interior, Walk-Out Access, Dirt Floor, Full, Sump Pump, Unfinished
- Basement: Dirt Floor, Walk-Out Access, Full, Sump Pump, Unfinished
- Basement Entry: Interior
- Has Fireplace: Yes
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Glass Enclosed, Screened
- Has Cooling: No
- Heating: Zoned, Other, Hot Water, Baseboard
- Has Heating: Yes
- Flooring: Wood, Laminate, Carpet
- Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Storage
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 2 Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
- Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Bedroom 4: Bedroom 4
- Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Dining Room
- Dining Room: Dining Room
- Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
- Kitchen: Kitchen
- Kitchen Level: First
- Kitchen Countertop: Formica, Other
Laundry
- Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Library
- Library: Library
- Library Level: First
Living Room
- Living Room: Living Room
- Living Room Level: First
Rental
Rent Information
- Land Lease: No
- Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Property History for 279 Banton Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 19, 2022 | Sold Maine Listings #1541011 | $353,500 | — |
| Sep 6, 2022 | Pending Maine Listings #1541011 | — | |
| Aug 19, 2022 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1541011 | $349,900 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/19/2022 | Sold Maine Listings #1541011 | $353,500 |
| 09/06/2022 | Pending Maine Listings #1541011 | — |
| 08/19/2022 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1541011 | $349,900 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 279 Banton Road
Taxable ValueLand$41,400Additions$216,000Total$257,400
Tax Record2024$2,960 ($247 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size348,480 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyWALDOAPNPALE M:R10 L:23
Schools near 279 Banton Road
This home is within Regional School Unit 12.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Palermo Consolidated School PublicK to 8 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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