281 Tower Rd
Description
281 Tower Road, Vienna, Maine - Your private woodland retreat awaits. Tucked at the end of a long, winding gravel driveway on 11 serene, wooded acres, this 1997-built two-story home offers 2,018 sq ft of comfortable living surrounded by nature. No neighbors, no noise -- just peaceful privacy with deer at dawn, birdsong all day, and towering trees framing every view. Inside, the traditional layout feels bright and welcoming: a sun-drenched living room with a cozy wood stove, an open kitchen and dining...281 Tower Road, Vienna, Maine - Your private woodland retreat awaits. Tucked at the end of a long, winding gravel driveway on 11 serene, wooded acres, this 1997-built two-story home offers 2,018 sq ft of comfortable living surrounded by nature. No neighbors, no noise -- just peaceful privacy with deer at dawn, birdsong all day, and towering trees framing every view. Inside, the traditional layout feels bright and welcoming: a sun-drenched living room with a cozy wood stove, an open kitchen and dining area, a bonus family room or library, three bedrooms, and two full baths. Large windows throughout pour in natural light and showcase the surrounding forest -- every season brings its own magic. A Power Perfect whole-home energy management system has been added at the electrical panel for improved power quality, surge protection, and efficiency. Outside living is effortless and expansive. Enjoy the deck off the back, garden beds, fire-pit potential, and miles of trails right on your land. A white barn-style outbuilding provides convenient storage or workshop space, while the attached two-car garage adds everyday practicality. Just three minutes to Parker Pond for kayaking or fishing, and minutes to Scape's Bakery, Flying Pond Variety, blueberry fields, and local attractions in Belgrade, Rome, Farmington, or Augusta. Seasons hit differently here: Winter -- Crackling fires in the wood stove while snow blankets the trees like a postcard. Spring -- Wildflowers bloom and windows stay wide open. Summer -- Deck evenings, stargazing, and easy lake access. Fall -- Vibrant crimson foliage and crisp porch mornings with cider. This isn't just a house -- it's the wholesome, stress-free lifestyle you've been dreaming of. Private, peaceful, and ready for your personal touches. add - Recently updated HVAC ductwork (2026), improving airflow and system efficiency.
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Property Details for 281 Tower Road
Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyleColonial, New Englander
Garage Spaces2.00
GarageYes
ZoningRural
LISTING UPDATED: 03/30/2026 03:59 PM
Property Details for 281 Tower Road
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1655538 |
| Days on Market | 7 |
| Taxes | $3,603 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1997 |
| Lot Size | 11.50 AC / 500,940 SF |
| County | Kennebec County |
Location
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Building Information for 281 Tower Road
Stories-Year Built1997Building Size-Lot Size11.50 AC / 500,940 SF
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$3,045 per month
30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest
Principal and Interest
$2,744
Property Taxes
$300
HOA Dues
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1Property Information for 281 Tower Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Zip Code: 3017
- Directions: From Mount Vernon Village; Take route 41 north to Seavey Corner road (becomes Tower Road). Pass Parker Pond on your left, continue up the hill, house on right, private gravel drive about 250 feet in.
- Town: Vienna
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04360
- County: Kennebec
- Geo Latitude: 44.514149
- Geo Longitude: -70.021881
- Tax Lot: n/a
- Site:Open: Yes
- Site:Rolling/Sloping: Yes
- Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
- Site:Wooded: Yes
- Location:Rural: Yes
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Water View2: No
- Tree Growth YN2: true
Parking
- Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 15668.0
- Tax Map Number: n/a
- Tax Year: 2025
- Parcel Number: VIEN-000011-000000-000008-000002
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $3,603.00
Property
Green Features
- HERS Certified: No
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Oil: Yes
- Heat Fuel: Oil
- Heat System: Baseboard, Hot Water, Wood Stove
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 450.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1568.0
- Lot Size Acres: 11.5
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 2018.0
- Lot Size Area: 11.5
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 500940.0
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Street Number: 281
- Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
- Property Information:Seasonal: No
- Property Information:# Rooms: 8.00
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: 2.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: .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: Gravel
Property and Assessments
- Leased Land: No
- Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
- Property Type Label: Residential
- Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
- Building Area Source: Appraiser
- Year Built: 1997
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
- Water Source: Well, Private
- Appliances Included:Cooktop: Yes
- 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
- Gas:No Gas: Yes
- Water Heater: Oil2
- Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher, Cooktop
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- # Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:2 Car: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:Auto Door Opener: Yes
- Roof: Metal
- Vehicle Storage:Other Vehicle Storage: Yes
- Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
- Patio and Porch Features:Patio: Yes
- Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
- Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Auto Door Opener, Other Vehicle Storage
- Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Basement Entry: Not Applicable
Interior Features
- Basement: Partial
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile, Carpet
- Interior Features: Walk-in Closets, 1st Floor Bedroom
- Cooling: None
- Heating: Wood Stove, Hot Water, Baseboard
- Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
- Room Total: 8
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.00
- Cooling YN: No
- Heating YN: Yes
- Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Laundry - 1st Floor, Walk-in Closets
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Level: First
Room 2
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: First
Room 3
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: First
Room 4
- Room Type: Other Room
- Room Level: First
Room 5
- Room Type: Other Room 2
- 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: Family Room
- Room Level: First
Property History for 281 Tower Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 27, 2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1655538 | $545,000 | — |
| Sep 30, 2025 | Withdrawn Maine Listings #1625846 | $590,000 | — |
| Jul 17, 2025 | Price Change Maine Listings #1625846 | $610,000 | — |
| Jun 6, 2025 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1625846 | $620,000 | — |
| Jun 7, 2016 | Sold Maine Listings #1205275 | $217,000 | — |
| Apr 20, 2016 | Pending Maine Listings #1205275 | — | |
| Apr 17, 2016 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1205275 | — | |
| Feb 27, 2015 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1205275 | $239,000 | — |
| Feb 10, 2015 | Expired Maine Listings #1122349 | $239,900 | — |
| Feb 10, 2014 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1122349 | $253,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 03/27/2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1655538 | $545,000 |
| 09/30/2025 | Withdrawn Maine Listings #1625846 | $590,000 |
| 07/17/2025 | Price Change Maine Listings #1625846 | $610,000 |
| 06/06/2025 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1625846 | $620,000 |
| 06/07/2016 | Sold Maine Listings #1205275 | $217,000 |
| 04/20/2016 | Pending Maine Listings #1205275 | — |
| 04/17/2016 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1205275 | — |
| 02/27/2015 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1205275 | $239,000 |
| 02/10/2015 | Expired Maine Listings #1122349 | $239,900 |
| 02/10/2014 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1122349 | $253,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 281 Tower Road
Taxable ValueLand$32,500Additions$119,600Total$152,100
Tax Record2021$2,951 ($246 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size500,940 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyKENNEBECAPNVIEN M:011 L:008-2
Schools near 281 Tower Road
This home is within Regional School Unit 09.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 2 to 5 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cape Cod Hill Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Mt Blue Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Mt Blue High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Academy Hill School Public2 to 5 |
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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