419 River Rd

1,398 Sq. Ft.
$311 / Sq. Ft.
1,398
Sq. Ft.
$311
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Move quickly to tour this historic Cape and enjoy sunrises over the Damariscotta River and proximity to all of the Damariscotta region's amenities. Just minutes from town but a world away, this rare Cape originally built circa 1848 invites you to experience the timeless tranquility of the Maine lifestyle. Estate quality landscape and stonewalls surround the home with too many heirloom planting to list -- watch the birches bend and the lilacs blossom while you plan your adventures! A three season...Move quickly to tour this historic Cape and enjoy sunrises over the Damariscotta River and proximity to all of the Damariscotta region's amenities. Just minutes from town but a world away, this rare Cape originally built circa 1848 invites you to experience the timeless tranquility of the Maine lifestyle. Estate quality landscape and stonewalls surround the home with too many heirloom planting to list -- watch the birches bend and the lilacs blossom while you plan your adventures! A three season sunroom offers dining and relaxation while a stone patio with custom outdoor fireplace draws friends and family for evening revilary. Hike into Baker Forest's 300 conserved acres right out your backdoor... this property abuts the forest and is nearby many conserved areas, boat launches, and more. Many updates to electrical, plumbing, and structural components make this home a breeze to own. Opportunity for more finished space on the second floor where plumbing work has been completed to develop another bathroom, too. A detached garage and standby generator offer year-round convenience. Property was once a part of the Frances Perkins family estate - the new Frances Perkins National Monument is just a few houses down the road. Close to Miles Hospital, Boothbay, Camden, and more. Showing start today, and offers will be considered as received.
  1. Listed by Stanwood Fish • Sharon Drake Real Estate, Inc. • 207-443-4444
  2. Listed by Sarah Bourgoin • Sharon Drake Real Estate, Inc.

Property Details for 419 River Road

Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyle
Cape Cod
Garage Spaces
1.00
Garage
Yes
Zoning
Residential
View
Scenic, Trees/Woods
LISTING UPDATED: 01/29/2026 10:44 AM

Property Details for 419 River Road

StatusClosed
MLS #1625952
Days on Market144
Taxes$4,546 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1848
Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF
CountyLincoln County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Sharon Drake Real Estate, Inc.

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Building Information for 419 River Road

Stories-Year Built1848Building Size-Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF

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$2,569 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,190

Property Taxes

$379

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 419 River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Damariscotta
  • Zip Code: 4003
  • Directions: South on River Road from Route 1 or town of Damariscotta. Home on right.
  • Town: Newcastle
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 04553
  • County: Lincoln
  • Geo Latitude: 44.008884
  • Geo Longitude: -69.554668
  • Tax Lot: 055
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Site:Rolling/Sloping: Yes
  • Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
  • Site:Wooded: Yes
  • Location:Abuts Conservation: Yes
  • Location:Near Shopping: Yes
  • Location:Near Town: Yes
  • Transportation:Major Road Access: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Features: Storage Above, 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, Reclaimed, Detached
  • Attached Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 5039
  • Tax Map Number: 003
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Parcel Number: NEWC-000003-000000-000055
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,546.00
  • Restrictions:No Restrictions: Yes
Property
Green Features
  • Energy Efficiency:Smart Electric Meter: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Storm Doors: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Storm Windows: Yes
Heating and Cooling
  • Water Heater:Electric: Yes
Lot Information
  • SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1398.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.0
  • Source of Acreage: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1398.0
  • Lot Size Area: 1.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 43560.0
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Street Number: 419
  • Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
  • Property Information:2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
  • Property Information:# Rooms: 6.00
  • Property Information:Total Half Baths: 1.00
  • Property Information:Color: white
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: 1.00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: .00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Level 2: 1.00
  • 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:Reclaimed: Yes
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: Public Records
  • Year Built: 1848
Utilities
  • Electric: True
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
  • Water Source: Well, Private
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Utilities:Utilities On: Yes
  • Gas:Bottled: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • # Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:1 Car: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Detached: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Vehicle Storage:Storage Above: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Glassed-in Porch: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Patio: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch-Screened: Yes
Interior Features
  • Basement: Interior, Bulkhead, Dirt Floor, Crawl Space, Full, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub, One-Floor Living, Pantry
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Zoned, Space Heater, Direct Vent Heater, Baseboard
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Granite, Brick/Mortar
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Room Total: 6
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.10
  • Cooling YN: No
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Butcher Block: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 9.33
  • Room Width: 15.5
  • Room Level: First
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: First
Room 3
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 13.25
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Level: First
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 12.5
  • Room Width: 21.6
  • Room Level: First
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 14.83
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Second
Room 6
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Room Length: 6.0
  • Room Width: 15.5
  • Room Level: Second

Property History for 419 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 12, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1924118346

$435,000
Dec 12, 2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1625952

$435,000
Nov 3, 2025

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1625952

Jun 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1625952

$569,000
Aug 11, 2016

Sold

Maine Listings #1261825

$188,000
Jun 7, 2016

Pending

Maine Listings #1261825

Jun 4, 2016

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1261825

May 1, 2016

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1261825

$225,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/12/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1924118346

$435,000
12/12/2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1625952

$435,000
11/03/2025

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1625952

06/06/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1625952

$569,000
08/11/2016

Sold

Maine Listings #1261825

$188,000
06/07/2016

Pending

Maine Listings #1261825

06/04/2016

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1261825

05/01/2016

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1261825

$225,000

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Public Records for 419 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$68,000Additions$270,500Total$338,500
Tax Record2025$4,841 ($403 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,452 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,452 SqFtStories2Lot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1848ZoningRURALCountyLINCOLNAPNNEWC M:003 L:055Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 419 River Road

This home is within Great Salt Bay Community School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Private - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Great Salt Bay Community School
PublicPK to 8

Lincoln Academy
Private9 to 12

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