3 Nelson Road

Closed 7/15/25
Closed 7/15/25
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Last Sold Price
$401,000
2 beds1,357 sqft$296/sqft
3 Nelson Rd, Sanford, ME 04083

Description

3 Nelson Road is a beautifully renovated single-family home that seamlessly blends early 20th-century charm with modern convenience. Built in 1910, this thoughtfully updated residence features 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and 1,357 square feet of comfortable living space on a spacious 0.34-acre lot. Inside, the home showcases custom kitchen cabinetry, granite countertops, and high-quality finishes that enhance its character while meeting contemporary needs. A cozy farmers porch welcomes you into a...3 Nelson Road is a beautifully renovated single-family home that seamlessly blends early 20th-century charm with modern convenience. Built in 1910, this thoughtfully updated residence features 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and 1,357 square feet of comfortable living space on a spacious 0.34-acre lot. Inside, the home showcases custom kitchen cabinetry, granite countertops, and high-quality finishes that enhance its character while meeting contemporary needs. A cozy farmers porch welcomes you into a functional layout that includes a first-floor laundry area, an inviting entryway, and a bright bonus room with cathedral ceilings—ideal for a home office, playroom, or dining room. The expansive backyard, which has no rear neighbors, offers a private retreat perfect for gardening or entertaining. Additional amenities include a whole home Generac generator, an electric range, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, washer, dryer, baseboard heating, and public water and sewer connections. This turnkey property is move-in ready and offers a rare opportunity to own a charming yet modern home.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/15/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Amy Saintelo Amanda Tanguay • Century 21 North East
    P: (207) 423-1069 C: (207) 423-1069 goldkeyteam@c21ne.com

Property Details for 3 Nelson Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
1626297
Days on Market
3
Taxes
$4,498 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1910
Lot Size
0.34 AC / 14,810 SF
County
York County
Architectural Style
Cape Cod
Furnished
Unfurnished
Style
Cape Cod
View
Trees/Woods
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
RES

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$339,900

Avg days on market

26

Sale-to-list ratio

97.3%

Sanford, ME

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Building Information for 3 Nelson Road

Stories-Year Built1910Building Size-Lot Size0.34 AC / 14,810 SF

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Property Information for 3 Nelson Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: No
  • Location: Intown, Near Shopping, Near Town, Neighborhood
  • Page: 677
  • Zoning Overlay: No
  • Directions: From Route 109 (Main Street) in Sanford, head west toward Springvale. Turn left onto Madison Street. Turn right onto Nelson Road. Proceed to 3 Nelson Road, which will be on your left.
  • Latitude: 43.455355
  • Longitude: -$70.79
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: SANF-000012-L000020
  • Tax Lot: 12
  • Tax Book Number: 19199
  • Tax Map Number: L20
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,498.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
  • Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Wooded, Intown, Near Shopping, Near Town, Neighborhood
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.34
  • Lot Size Area: 0.34
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 14810.4
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Tree Growth: false
  • Site: Rolling/Sloping, Wooded
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1357.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1357.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1910
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Foundation Materials: Block
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Color: Off-White
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $280.03
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Oil
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: No Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Electric
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: Bathtub, Laundry - 1st Floor
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.5
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Equipment: Generator
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • # Half Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • Basement: Interior, Partial, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Basement: Partial, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Basement Entry: Interior
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Hot Water, Baseboard
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Features: Bathtub
Room Information
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bonus Room
  • Bonus Room: Bonus Room
  • Bonus Room Level: First
  • Bonus Room Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Countertop: Granite
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 3 Nelson Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 15, 2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1626297

$401,000—
Jul 8, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1905365590

$401,000

+6.5% / yr

Jun 14, 2025

Pending

Maine Listings #1626297

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/15/2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1626297

$401,000
07/08/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1905365590

$401,000

+6.5% / yr

06/14/2025

Pending

Maine Listings #1626297

—

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

Public Records for 3 Nelson Road

Taxable ValueLand$42,000Additions$236,700Total$278,700
Tax Record2025$4,766 ($397 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,357 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,357 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1910Year Renovated1910ZoningSFRCountyYORKAPNSANF M:0L20 B:12

Schools near 3 Nelson Road

This home is within Sanford Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Sanford Pride Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
Sanford Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Sanford High School
Public - 9 to 12
Sanford Jr High School
Public - 5 to 7
Rating
School
Distance
Sanford Pride Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Sanford Middle School
Public5 to 8

Sanford High School
Public9 to 12

Sanford Jr High School
Public5 to 7

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

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This home: 3 Nelson Road, Sanford, ME 04083
$401,000
2
1,357
14,810
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$153,000
3
1,300
66,211
21 Madison Street, Sanford, ME 04083
$320,000
4
2,404
14,810
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1
832
14,810
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3
1
1,266
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