40 River Road

Closed 1/10/25
Closed 1/10/25
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Last Sold Price
$125,000
3 beds1,300 sqft$96/sqft
40 River Rd, Howland, ME 04448

Description

Welcome to Howland! This three bedroom, one bath home is one of the most affordable move-in ready homes you will find. Located on a dead end street, this home offers the convenience of living in town, with the quiet of a more rural setting. This home is conveniently located just one mile from interstate 95. On the first floor you will find a mudroom with washer and dryer hook-up, a large open kitchen/dining room, a spacious living room, and a three season sun porch. The second story is where you...Welcome to Howland! This three bedroom, one bath home is one of the most affordable move-in ready homes you will find. Located on a dead end street, this home offers the convenience of living in town, with the quiet of a more rural setting. This home is conveniently located just one mile from interstate 95. On the first floor you will find a mudroom with washer and dryer hook-up, a large open kitchen/dining room, a spacious living room, and a three season sun porch. The second story is where you will find the three bedrooms, each with a good size closet, and the full bathroom with tub/shower combo. The walk-up attic space is accessible through one of the bedrooms. There is a full, dry basement which has a bulkhead with stairs, for easy access to the outside. The roof of the home was replaced in 2021, along with improvements to the circuit box, and a new furnace in 2011. This home is ready for its new owner to come add their touch and make it their own. Come see what this home has to offer!
LISTING CLOSED: 01/10/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Mariea Thurlow • United Country Lifestyle Properties of Maine
    P: (207) 403-3724 C: (207) 403-3724 marieathurlow@gmail.com

Property Details for 40 River Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
1610232
Days on Market
6
Taxes
$1,239 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1920
Lot Size
0.26 AC / 11,325 SF
County
Penobscot County
Architectural Style
New Englander
Style
New Englander
View
Scenic
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
Residential

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$165,000

Avg days on market

71

Sale-to-list ratio

94.4%

Howland, ME

9 comparable properties found

$150,000 | 12 Pleasant Street, Howland, ME 04448
1/15
1

$150,000

Sold 06/16/26

3
Bedrooms
1,000
Square Feet
0.34
Acres

12 Pleasant Street, Howland, ME 04448

$190,000 | 44 Penobscot Avenue, Howland, ME 04448
1/41
2

$190,000

Sold 01/16/26

3
Bedrooms
1,352
Square Feet
0.74
Acres

44 Penobscot Avenue, Howland, ME 04448

$185,000 | 3 Grove Street, Howland, ME 04448
1/30
3

$185,000

Sold 07/18/25

3
Bedrooms
1,100
Square Feet
0.12
Acres

3 Grove Street, Howland, ME 04448

$309,900 | 16 Caron Drive, Howland, ME 04448
1/35
4

$309,900

Sold 08/22/25

3
Bedrooms
1,056
Square Feet
0.55
Acres

16 Caron Drive, Howland, ME 04448

$120,000 | 10 York Street, Howland, ME 04448
1/26
5

$120,000

Sold 05/21/26

2
Bedrooms
1,000
Square Feet
0.19
Acres

10 York Street, Howland, ME 04448

$135,000 | 68 River Road, Howland, ME 04448
1/22
6

$135,000

Sold 04/30/25

2
Bedrooms
550
Square Feet
0.51
Acres

68 River Road, Howland, ME 04448

$264,900 | 55 Penobscot Avenue, Howland, ME 04448
1/35
7

$264,900

Sold 06/26/26

3
Bedrooms
1,784
Square Feet
0.29
Acres

55 Penobscot Avenue, Howland, ME 04448

$165,000 | 18 Willow Street, Howland, ME 04448
1/39
8

$165,000

Sold 09/11/25

3
Bedrooms
960
Square Feet
0.13
Acres

18 Willow Street, Howland, ME 04448

$30,000 | 64 River Road, Howland, ME 04448
1/17
9

$30,000

Sold 03/31/26

2
Bedrooms
976
Square Feet
0.63
Acres

64 River Road, Howland, ME 04448

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Building Information for 40 River Road

Stories-Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,325 SF

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Property Information for 40 River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Location: Intown, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Neighborhood
  • Page: 29
  • Directions: GPS accurate
  • Latitude: 45.242598
  • Longitude: -$68.66
  • Transportation: Major Road Access
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Water Body Name: Piscataquis River
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 017
  • Tax Book Number: 7603
  • Tax Map Number: U07
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,238.79
Parking
  • Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel
  • Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces
  • Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
School Information
  • High School District: RSU 31/MSAD 31
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Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Open, Level, Intown, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Neighborhood
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Size Area: 0.26
  • Lot Size Source: Deed
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 11325.6
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: false
  • Acreage Other Source: Public record
  • Roads: Dead End, Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage: true
  • Road Frontage: 75.0
  • Source of Road Frontage: Deed
  • Site: Level, Open
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1300.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1300.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Surveyed: No
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1920
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Materials: Block, Poured Concrete
  • Construction Materials: Clapboard, Asbestos, Wood Frame
  • Color: white
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $91.54
Green Features
  • Energy Efficiency: Ceiling Fans
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Oil
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: No Gas
  • Recreational Water: Nearby, Public, River/Brook/Stream
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Electric
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Asbestos, Clapboard
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Gravel
Interior Features
  • Amenities: Attic, Bathtub, Fence, Laundry - 1st Floor, Laundry - Hookup
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Electric Range
  • Appliances Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level, Washer Hookup
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Basement: Interior, Bulkhead, Full, Unfinished
  • Basement: Bulkhead, Full, Unfinished
  • Basement Entry: Bulkhead, Interior
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Glass Enclosed
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile
  • Interior Features: Attic, Bathtub
Room Information
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Amenities: Closet
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 2: Closet
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 3: Closet
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Countertop: Formica
Laundry
  • Laundry Room: Laundry
  • Laundry Room Level: First
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
Mud Room
  • Mud Room: Mud Room
  • Mud Room Level: First
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Property History for 40 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 10, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1548709850

$125,000—
Jan 10, 2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1610232

$125,000—
Nov 26, 2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1610232

$119,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/10/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1548709850

$125,000
01/10/2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1610232

$125,000
11/26/2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1610232

$119,000

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

Public Records for 40 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$20,760Additions$86,720Total$107,480
Tax Record2025$2,203 ($184 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size11,326 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyPENOBSCOTAPNHOWL M:U07 L:017

Schools near 40 River Road

This home is within Regional School Unit 31 Msad 31.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Enfield Station Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Hichborn Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Penobscot Valley High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Enfield Station Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Hichborn Middle School
Public6 to 8

Penobscot Valley 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 40 River Road, Howland, ME 04448
$125,000
3
1,300
11,325
34 River Road, Howland, ME 04448
$132,000
1
798
29,620
42 River Road, Howland, ME 04448
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–
–
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11,326
10 Ring Street, Howland, ME 04448
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–
–
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7,405
9 Ring Street, Howland, ME 04448
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–
–
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199,940
8 Ring Street, Howland, ME 04448
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11,326

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