Last Sold Price
4 beds2,432 sqft$197/sqft
49 Ridge Rd, Bowdoinham, ME 04008

Description

Owned and loved by the same family for over 36 years, this Classic Maine Farmhouse full of charm and character is now awaiting your memories to be made. Only a short walk to the Village amenities or kayak down from your 2,200' of owned waterfront, (which includes your OWN island!) , along the West Branch of the Cathance River. Gorgeous, private back deck overlooking the river surrounded by wildlife, apple, quince, blueberry, pear trees and perennial gardens. All protected by a conservation easement...Owned and loved by the same family for over 36 years, this Classic Maine Farmhouse full of charm and character is now awaiting your memories to be made. Only a short walk to the Village amenities or kayak down from your 2,200' of owned waterfront, (which includes your OWN island!) , along the West Branch of the Cathance River. Gorgeous, private back deck overlooking the river surrounded by wildlife, apple, quince, blueberry, pear trees and perennial gardens. All protected by a conservation easement to remain forever wild in this charming, neighborly community you will immediately want to call home.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/16/2020 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Teresa Morse • Gallant Real Estate
    P: (207)-449-8770 C: (207)-449-8770 teresamorse11@gmail.com

Property Details for 49 Ridge Road

Status
MLS #
1465939
Days on Market
5
Taxes
$3,961 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1880
Lot Size
29.80 AC / 1,298,088 SF
Architectural Style
Farmhouse
Style
Farmhouse
View
Scenic, Trees/Woods
Has Waterfront
Yes
Zoning
AGRICULTURE/SHRLND

Location

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Building Information for 49 Ridge Road

Stories-Year Built1880Building Size-Lot Size29.80 AC / 1,298,088 SF

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$2,770 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,440

Property Taxes

$330

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 49 Ridge Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Location: Abuts Conservation, Neighborhood, Rural
  • Page: 033
  • Zoning Overlay: Yes
  • Directions: Main Street to blinking light, left on Rt. 24/River Road, Left of Ridge Road to #49 on right.
  • Latitude: 44.01431
  • Longitude: -$69.89
  • Transportation: Major Road Access
  • Island: Yes
  • Water Frontage Owned: 2200.0
  • Source of Water Frontage: Deed, Seller, Survey
  • Waterfront Amount: $2,200.00
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Water Body Name: Cathance River
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: BOWN-000003-000000-000017U
  • Tax Lot: 17
  • Tax Book Number: 659
  • Tax Map Number: U03
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,961.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Storage Above, 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel, Detached
  • Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces
  • Vehicle Storage: 4+ Car, Detached, Storage Above
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Has Garage: Yes
School Information
  • High School District: RSU 75/MSAD 75
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Pasture/Field, Open, Agricultural, Level, Wooded, Abuts Conservation, Neighborhood, Rural
  • Lot Size Acres: 29.8
  • Lot Size Area: 29.8
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1298088.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: false
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage: true
  • Road Frontage: 2180.0
  • Source of Road Frontage: Public Records
  • Site: Agricultural, Level, Open, Pasture/Field, Rolling/Sloping, Well Landscaped, Wooded
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2432.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2432.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1880
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Foundation Materials: Stone
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
  • Color: Tan
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $196.96
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Electric, Oil, Wood
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: No Gas
  • Recreational Water: Deeded, River/Brook/Stream, Waterfront Tidal
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Off Heating System
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Clapboard, Wood Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Gravel
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub, Laundry - 1st Floor
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer
  • Appliances Included: Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access, Brick/Mortar, Full
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access, Full, Brick/Mortar
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub
Room Information
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Countertop: Formica
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Property History for 49 Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 16, 2020

Sold

Maine Listings #1465939

$480,000
Aug 29, 2020

Pending

Maine Listings #1465939

Aug 24, 2020

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1465939

$479,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/16/2020

Sold

Maine Listings #1465939

$480,000
08/29/2020

Pending

Maine Listings #1465939

08/24/2020

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1465939

$479,000

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

Public Records for 49 Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$72,900Additions$198,200Total$271,100
Tax Record2025$5,994 ($500 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt3,477 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,477 SqFtLot Size1,263,240 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountySAGADAHOCAPNBOWN M:U03 L:017

Schools near 49 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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