287 Ridge Rd

2,397 Sq. Ft.
$229 / Sq. Ft.
2,397
Sq. Ft.
$229
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 287 Ridge Rd Bowdoinham, situated where Sedgeley Brook meets the West Branch of the Cathance River. This 3 bed 3 bath home has been very lovingly maintained. Numerous updates such as new roofs for the house, garage and the shed completed in 2024. Installed heat pumps, also in 2024. The property has 35.9 acres, a nature- lovers paradise, bird watching, swimming, boating in the summer. During winter enjoy ice skating , snow shoeing, cross country skiing and snowmobiling. All of this is just...Welcome to 287 Ridge Rd Bowdoinham, situated where Sedgeley Brook meets the West Branch of the Cathance River. This 3 bed 3 bath home has been very lovingly maintained. Numerous updates such as new roofs for the house, garage and the shed completed in 2024. Installed heat pumps, also in 2024. The property has 35.9 acres, a nature- lovers paradise, bird watching, swimming, boating in the summer. During winter enjoy ice skating , snow shoeing, cross country skiing and snowmobiling. All of this is just out your front door. Come see the possibilities.
  1. Listed by Gabriel Coulon Jr. • Portside Real Estate Group
    P: (240)-505-3577 C: (240)-505-3577 gabecoulon@portsidereg.com

Property Details for 287 Ridge Road

Architectural Style
Shingle, Saltbox
Style
Saltbox, Shingle
View
Scenic, Trees/Woods
Has Waterfront
Yes
Zoning
res, shoreland
LISTING CLOSED: 04/15/2024 12:00 AM

Property Details for 287 Ridge Road

StatusClosed
MLS #1584256
Days on Market2
Taxes$4,067 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1991
Lot Size35.90 AC / 1,563,804 SF
CountySagadahoc County

Location

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Building Information for 287 Ridge Road

Stories-Year Built1991Building Size-Lot Size35.90 AC / 1,563,804 SF

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$3,135 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,796

Property Taxes

$339

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 287 Ridge Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Location: Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Rural
  • Page: 68-71
  • Zoning Overlay: Yes
  • Directions: From junction of 24 and Main St Bowdoinham, north on 24 to the first left on Ridge Rd. Take Ridge Rd to #287 on the right.
  • Latitude: 44.030515
  • Longitude: -$69.88
  • Water Frontage Owned: 750.0
  • Waterfront Amount: $750.00
  • Waterfront Other Source: previous listing
  • Water Body Type: Brook, River
  • Water Body Name: Sedgeley Brook, West Branch of the Cathance River
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: BOWN-000002-000000-000008R
  • Tax Lot: 8
  • Tax Book Number: 3477
  • Tax Map Number: 02
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,067.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Storage Above, Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Detached
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
  • Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Auto Door Opener, Detached, Storage Above
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Has Garage: Yes
School Information
  • High School District: RSU 75/MSAD 75
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Wooded, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Rural
  • Lot Size Acres: 35.9
  • Lot Size Area: 35.9
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1563804.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: false
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage: true
  • Road Frontage: 940.0
  • Source of Road Frontage: Public Records
  • Site: Rolling/Sloping, Wooded
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2397.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2397.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim w/Covenant
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1991
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete
  • Construction Materials: Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Color: natural shakes
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $223.20
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Electric, Propane, Wood
  • Electric: Generator Hookup, Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Bottled
  • Recreational Water: River/Brook/Stream, Waterfront Tidal
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Well, Private
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Shingle Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Pantry, Security System, Shower, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Equipment: Internet Access Available, Central Vacuum
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Central Vacuum
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • # Full Baths Level 3: 1
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • Basement: Interior, Bulkhead, Unfinished
  • Basement: Bulkhead, Unfinished
  • Basement Entry: Bulkhead, Interior
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Stove, Other, Heat Pump
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
  • Interior Features: Pantry, Shower, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Third
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Third
Family Room
  • Family Room: Family Room
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: Second
  • Kitchen Countertop: Quartz, Solid Surface
Laundry
  • Laundry Room: Laundry
  • Laundry Room Level: First
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: Second
Mud Room
  • Mud Room: Mud Room
  • Mud Room Level: Second
Other Room 1
  • Other Room 1: Other Room 1
  • Other Room 1 Level: Second
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Property History for 287 Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 15, 2024

Sold

Maine Listings #1584256

$550,000
Mar 18, 2024

Pending

Maine Listings #1584256

Mar 3, 2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1584256

$535,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/15/2024

Sold

Maine Listings #1584256

$550,000
03/18/2024

Pending

Maine Listings #1584256

03/03/2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1584256

$535,000

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

Public Records for 287 Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$129,100Additions$135,300Total$264,400
Tax Record2025$5,846 ($487 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt1,120 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,120 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,000 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,563,804 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1987Year Renovated1987CountySAGADAHOCAPNBOWN M:R02 L:008

Schools near 287 Ridge Road

This home is within Regional School Unit 75 Msad 75.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Bowdoinham Community School
PublicK to 5

Mt Ararat Middle School
Public6 to 8

Mt Ararat High School
Public9 to 12

Bowdoin Central School
PublicPK 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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Listing Courtesy of Portside Real Estate Group

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