279 Foreside Rd
Closed 4/7/21
Closed 4/7/21
Description
Set above the shores of Casco Bay, this timeless John Calvin Stevens designed home rests on over an acre along Falmouth Foreside. Rich in period detailing, this home features fine woodwork with modern amenities such as a gourmet kitchen with soapstone and marble counters, high-end appliances, an expansive island with generous seating and a cozy family room area with built-ins and gas fireplace, all overlooking the patio and Casco Bay. Beautifully refined, the master suite features a stunning master...Set above the shores of Casco Bay, this timeless John Calvin Stevens designed home rests on over an acre along Falmouth Foreside. Rich in period detailing, this home features fine woodwork with modern amenities such as a gourmet kitchen with soapstone and marble counters, high-end appliances, an expansive island with generous seating and a cozy family room area with built-ins and gas fireplace, all overlooking the patio and Casco Bay. Beautifully refined, the master suite features a stunning master bath with deep soaking tub, walk-in custom tile shower, a walk-in closet, and balcony. Another en-suite bedroom with fireplace and two additional bedrooms complete the second level. The 3rd floor features 2 bedrooms with water views, an open deck overlooking the bay, and a full bath. An indoor pool with cathedral ceiling provides one-of-a-kind appeal. Lush landscaping and a beautiful patio offers exceptional privacy and great spaces to entertain. Right of way to the water-approx. 10' pathway to a sandy beach in a protected cove overlooking Falmouth's anchorage. Additional 0.3 acre+/- buildable lot available for sale on front corner of Foreside Road and Mariner Lane. Not included in this offering.
- Listed by David Banks • RE/MAX By The BayP: (207)-773-2345 C: (207)-831-8033 dbanks@davidbanksteam.com
Property Details for 279 Foreside Road
Architectural Style
Colonial
StyleColonial
ViewScenic
Has WaterfrontNo
ZoningRA
LISTING CLOSED: 04/07/2021 12:00 AM
Property Details for 279 Foreside Road
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1475118 |
| Days on Market | 103 |
| Taxes | $25,815 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1925 |
| Lot Size | 1.06 AC / 46,173 SF |
| County | Cumberland County |
Location
Listing Courtesy of RE/MAX By The Bay
Sold By Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
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Building Information for 279 Foreside Road
Stories-Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size1.06 AC / 46,173 SF
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$13,588 per month
30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest
Principal and Interest
$11,436
Property Taxes
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1Property Information for 279 Foreside Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- Water View: Yes
- Location: Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Town
- Page: 121
- Zoning Overlay: Yes
- Directions: From Portland take Route 1 into Falmouth, turn right onto Foreside Road/ Route 88, continue to #279 on right.
- Latitude: 43.735029
- Longitude: -$70.21
- Water Body Type: Bay, Ocean
- Water Body Name: Casco Bay
Taxes and HOA
- Association: No
- Tax Lot: 53
- Tax Book Number: 32412
- Tax Map Number: U17
- Tax Year: 2020
- Tax Annual Amount: $25,815.00
Parking
- Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Paved, Inside Entrance
- Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces
- Vehicle Storage: 4+ Car, Attached, Direct Entry to Living
- Has Attached Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 5.0
- Has Garage: Yes
School Information
- High School District: Falmouth Public Schools
Property
Lot Information
- Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Level, Near Golf Course, Near Town
- Lot Size Acres: 1.06
- Lot Size Area: 1.06
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Size Square Feet: 46173.6
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Roads: Paved, Public
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Road Frontage: false
- Site: Level, Well Landscaped
Property and Assessments
- Above Grade Finished Area: 4500.0
- Below Grade Finished Area: 1000.0
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 5500.0
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- Surveyed: No
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Year Built: 1925
Building Features
- Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Frame
- Color: Brick
Financial Information
- List Price/SqFt: $466.67
Green Features
- HERS Certified: No
Utilities
- Heat Fuel: Pellets
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Bottled
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Water Heater: Off Heating System
- Utilities On: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior: Brick
- Pool Features: In Ground
- Roof: Membrane, Metal, Shingle, Slate
- Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
- Amenities: Laundry - Hookup, Other Amenities, Pool-In Ground, Storage, Walk-in Closets, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher
- Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Bathrooms Full: 5
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- Bathrooms Total Decimal: 5.5
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 6
- Bedrooms Total: 6
- Equipment: Air Radon Mitigation System
- Fireplaces Total: 4
- Laundry Features: Built-Ins, Utility Sink, Washer Hookup
- Other Equipment: Air Radon Mitigation System
- # Full Baths Level 2: 3
- # Full Baths Level 3: 1
- # Half Baths Level 1: 1
- Rooms Total: 15
- Basement: Interior, Finished, Full, Unfinished
- Basement: Finished, Full, Unfinished
- Basement Entry: Interior
- # Full Baths Basement: 1.0
- Has Fireplace: Yes
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
- Has Cooling: No
- Heating: Radiant, Hot Water, Forced Air
- Has Heating: Yes
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Interior Features: Walk-in Closets, Other, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Level: Second
- Primary Bedroom Amenities: Balcony/Deck, Double Vanities, Full Bath, Separate Shower, Suite, Walk-in Closet
Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 1 Level: Upper
- Bedroom 1 Amenities: Closet
Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 2 Level: Second
- Bedroom Amenities 2: Closet, Full Bath, Suite, Wood Burning Fireplace
Bedroom 3
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
- Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Bedroom 4: Bedroom 4
- Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Bedroom 5: Bedroom 5
- Bedroom 5 Level: Upper
- Bedroom Amenities 5: Balcony/Deck
Dining Room
- Dining Room: Dining Room
- Dining Room Level: First
- Dining Room Amenities: Built-Ins, Formal
Family Room
- Family Room: Family Room
- Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
- Kitchen: Kitchen
- Kitchen Level: First
- Kitchen Amenities: Gas Fireplace, Breakfast Nook, Eat-in Kitchen, Island
- Kitchen Countertop: Marble, Other
Laundry
- Laundry Room: Laundry
- Laundry Room Level: Basement
- Laundry Room Amenities: Built-Ins, Utility Sink, Washer Hookup
Living Room
- Living Room: Living Room
- Living Room Level: First
- Living Room Amenities: Wood Burning Fireplace, Formal
Mud Room
- Mud Room: Mud Room
- Mud Room Level: First
- Mud Room Amenities: Built-Ins
Other Room 1
- Other Room 1: Other Room 1
- Other Room 1 Level: First
- Other Room Amenities 1: Indoor Pool
Sun Room
- Sunroom: Sunroom
- Sunroom Level: First
- Sunroom Amenities: Gas Fireplace
Office Room
- Office: Office
- Office Level: Basement
Rental
Rent Information
- Land Lease: No
Property History for 279 Foreside Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 7, 2021 | Sold Maine Listings #1475118 | $2,250,000 | — |
| Feb 25, 2021 | Pending Maine Listings #1475118 | — | |
| Oct 27, 2020 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1475118 | $2,100,000 | — |
| Jul 17, 2019 | Expired Maine Listings #1402366 | $1,895,000 | — |
| Jan 15, 2019 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1402366 | $1,995,000 | — |
| Jan 14, 2019 | Expired Maine Listings #1358089 | $1,995,000 | — |
| Jul 17, 2018 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1358089 | $2,300,000 | — |
| Aug 6, 2001 | Sold Maine Listings #514019 | $1,075,000 | — |
| Apr 26, 2001 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #514019 | — | |
| Apr 25, 2001 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #514019 | $1,250,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/07/2021 | Sold Maine Listings #1475118 | $2,250,000 |
| 02/25/2021 | Pending Maine Listings #1475118 | — |
| 10/27/2020 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1475118 | $2,100,000 |
| 07/17/2019 | Expired Maine Listings #1402366 | $1,895,000 |
| 01/15/2019 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1402366 | $1,995,000 |
| 01/14/2019 | Expired Maine Listings #1358089 | $1,995,000 |
| 07/17/2018 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1358089 | $2,300,000 |
| 08/06/2001 | Sold Maine Listings #514019 | $1,075,000 |
| 04/26/2001 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #514019 | — |
| 04/25/2001 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #514019 | $1,250,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 279 Foreside Road
Taxable ValueLand$1,118,100Additions$1,429,100Total$2,547,200
Tax Record2025$35,279 ($2,940 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths6Total Finished SqFt5,858 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,858 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,590 SqFtStories2Lot Size46,174 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925Year Renovated1998Zoning944CountyCUMBERLANDAPNFMTH M:U17 B:053
Schools near 279 Foreside Road
This home is within Falmouth Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Falmouth Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Falmouth Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Falmouth High School Public9 to 12 |
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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| Address | Sold price | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Lot (Sqft) |
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$1,250,000 | 4 | 3 | 3,039 | 68,824 | |
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$226,478 | 3 | 1 | 1,200 | 60,548 | |
$980,000 | 4 | 2 | 2,224 | 11,761 | |
$1,600,000 | 5 | 5 | 4,957 | 23,086 | |
– | 3 | 3.5 | 2,442 | 12,197 | |
$440,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,654 | 9,583 | |
– | 3 | 2 | 1,715 | 33,977 | |
– | – | 1.5 | 2,700 | 4,792 | |
$1,112,500 | 4 | 3 | 3,548 | 10,454 | |
$28,500 | – | – | – | 60,548 | |
$1,405,000 | – | 12 | 5,799 | 16,117 | |
$220,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,170 | 76,665 | |
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