Last Sold Price
3 beds1,800 sqft$347/sqft
284 River Rd, Detroit, ME 04929

Description

312 acres, 3 ponds, over (approximately) 7,000 ft of river frontage, and 3000 feet of road frontage. The authentic log cabin takes you back in time with the cozy brick hearth, wood floors, and exposed log beams. Recent new balcony, footbridge, shingles, and manicured grounds to reclaim trails, wood roads, and park-like grounds along the river. Located within 6 miles to the Town of Newport. An hour to Olympic Alpine, freestyle, and snowboard skiing at Sugarloaf Mt. Less than an hour to quaint ocean-side...312 acres, 3 ponds, over (approximately) 7,000 ft of river frontage, and 3000 feet of road frontage. The authentic log cabin takes you back in time with the cozy brick hearth, wood floors, and exposed log beams. Recent new balcony, footbridge, shingles, and manicured grounds to reclaim trails, wood roads, and park-like grounds along the river. Located within 6 miles to the Town of Newport. An hour to Olympic Alpine, freestyle, and snowboard skiing at Sugarloaf Mt. Less than an hour to quaint ocean-side towns, State parks, and many large freshwater lakes. Sebasticook River rarely disappoints anglers, as the seller has experienced over 10 catches and releases in a number of hours. The ponds were stocked at one time. Picturesque grounds. Abundant with wildlife. This estate-sized property allows you to expand your outdoor recreation ideas or enjoy peace and solitude on your kingdom lot. Includes lots 12,15,16,18,19, and 23 of tax map 5.
LISTING CLOSED: 11/08/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Carolyn Fish Jason Fish • NextHome Experience
    P: (207) 944-8466 C: (207) 944-8466 info@thefishteam.com

Property Details for 284 River Road

Status
MLS #
1605675
Days on Market
11
Taxes
$4,500 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1980
Lot Size
312.00 AC / 13,590,720 SF
Architectural Style
Cape Cod, Chalet, Cottage, Saltbox
Style
Cape Cod, Chalet, Cottage, Saltbox
View
Scenic
Has Waterfront
Yes
Zoning
RES/SHORE

Location

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Building Information for 284 River Road

Stories-Year Built1980Building Size-Lot Size312.00 AC / 13,590,720 SF

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$3,552 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,177

Property Taxes

$375

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 284 River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Location: Other Location, Rural
  • Page: 132
  • Latitude: 44.773865
  • Longitude: -$69.35
  • Water Frontage Owned: 7000.0
  • Source of Water Frontage: Deed, Public Records, Seller
  • Waterfront Amount: $7,000.00
  • Water Body Type: Pond, River, Stream
  • Water Body Name: Sebasticook River
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 12, 15+
  • Tax Book Number: 6182
  • Tax Map Number: 5
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,500.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel, Other, On Site
  • Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces, On Site
  • Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Attached
  • Has Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Has Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Other Location, Well Landscaped, Pasture/Field, Agricultural, Level, Wooded, Rural
  • Lot Size Acres: 312.0
  • Lot Size Area: 312.0
  • Lot Size Source: Seller
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1.359072E7
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: false
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage: true
  • Road Frontage: 3000.0
  • Source of Road Frontage: Seller
  • Site: Agricultural, Level, Other Site, Pasture/Field, Well Landscaped, Wooded
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1800.0
  • Building Area Source: Seller
  • Building Area Total: 1800.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes
  • Construction: Log
  • Year Built: 1980
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Foundation Materials: Slab
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Other, Log
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
  • Color: Natural
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $427.22
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: K-1/Kerosene, Oil, Wood
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Bottled
  • Recreational Water: Deeded, River/Brook/Stream
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Well, Private
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Utilities On: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Other, Wood Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Gravel, Other
Interior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Level Entry
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Laundry - Hookup, Other Amenities, Security System
  • Appliances: Other, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Other
  • Other Appliances: antique wood cook stove
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.5
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Equipment: Internet Access Available, Generator, Cable
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Generator, Cable
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • # Half Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Basement: Not Applicable
  • Basement: Slab
  • Basement Entry: Not Applicable
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Stove, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Other, Carpet
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Other
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Length: 24.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second
  • Primary Bedroom Width: 19.0
  • Primary Bedroom Amenities: Half Bath
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Width: 14.0
  • Bedroom 1 Amenities: Skylight
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Length: 11.7
  • Bedroom 3 Level: First
  • Bedroom 3 Width: 12.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Length: 10.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 10.0
  • Dining Room Amenities: Dining Area
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 14.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
  • Kitchen Countertop: Formica
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Washer Hookup
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Length: 21.0
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Width: 10.0
  • Living Room Amenities: Heat Stove
Mud Room
  • Mud Room: Mud Room
  • Mud Room Length: 11.0
  • Mud Room Level: First
  • Mud Room Width: 6.0
Office Room
  • Office: Office
  • Office Length: 12.0
  • Office Level: Second
  • Office Width: 8.0
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 284 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 8, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544679627

$625,000
Nov 8, 2024

Sold

Maine Listings #1605675

$625,000
Oct 2, 2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1605675

$769,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/08/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544679627

$625,000
11/08/2024

Sold

Maine Listings #1605675

$625,000
10/02/2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1605675

$769,000

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

Public Records for 284 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$43,500Additions$111,700Total$155,200
Tax Record2025$2,437 ($203 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,551 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,551 SqFtLot Size1,306,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountySOMERSETAPNDETR M:005 L:015

Schools near 284 River Road

This home is within Regional School Unit 53 Msad 53.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 7 to 12
Private - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Vickery School
Public1 to 4

Warsaw Middle School
Public5 to 8

Sad #53 Alternative Education
Public7 to 12

Maine Central Institute
Private9 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 284 River Road, Detroit, ME 04929
$625,000
3
1,800
13,590,720
3
2
1,352
76,230
$400,000
3
1,800
13,590,720
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