496 Dow Road

Closed 9/7/23
Closed 9/7/23
Main
Front
Air
Lot
Sunporch
Porch
Kitchen
Bar
Kitchen
Livingroom
Livingroom
Pellet Stove
Master
Bathroom
2nd Bedroom
Sold
Last Sold Price
$230,000
2 beds1,144 sqft$201/sqft
496 Dow Rd, Orrington, ME 04474
Single FamilyProperty Type
1 acresLot Size
1942Year Built
$201/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Welcome to 496 Dow Rd, a charming slice of paradise in the heart of Orrington, Maine. Step inside to discover a cozy home with well-designed interior. The open layout creates a seamless flow between rooms, ensuring comfortable living and ample space for relaxation. The property boasts a spacious backyard, inviting you to enjoy outdoor activities and unwind in the midst of nature's wonders. Whether it's star-gazing on a clear night or hosting gatherings with loved ones, this outdoor retreat offers...Welcome to 496 Dow Rd, a charming slice of paradise in the heart of Orrington, Maine. Step inside to discover a cozy home with well-designed interior. The open layout creates a seamless flow between rooms, ensuring comfortable living and ample space for relaxation. The property boasts a spacious backyard, inviting you to enjoy outdoor activities and unwind in the midst of nature's wonders. Whether it's star-gazing on a clear night or hosting gatherings with loved ones, this outdoor retreat offers endless possibilities. With a price out of this world this one will been gone before you know it.
  • Listed by: Nicholas Carter 207.478.8335 mrnikcarter@gmail.com • NextHome Experience
Listing closed: 09/07/2023 12:00 AM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1567154

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$225,000

Avg days on market

21

Sale-to-list ratio

94.5%

Orrington, ME

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Property Information for 496 Dow Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,800 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Penobscot County
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: Res
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Lot Size: 1.00 AC / 43,560 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: No
  • Location: Rural
  • Page: 271
  • Zoning Overlay: Yes
  • Directions: Route 15 to Orrington. Left at Snows Corner road by light and right onto Dow road. 496 is on the left past Orrington Historical Society building
  • Latitude: 44.716839
  • Longitude: -$68.79
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: ORRI-000006-000000-000012
  • Tax Lot: 12
  • Tax Book Number: 14862
  • Tax Map Number: 6
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,800.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
  • Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Rural
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.0
  • Lot Size Area: 1.0
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 43560.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: false
  • Roads: Public
  • Road Frontage: true
  • Road Frontage: 144.0
  • Source of Road Frontage: Public Records
  • Site: Level, Open, Well Landscaped
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1144.0
  • Building Area Source: Seller
  • Building Area Total: 1144.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim w/Covenant
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1942
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Color: White
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $200.17
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Oil, Pellets
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Bottled
  • Recreational Water: Nearby, Public
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Well, Private
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Gravel
Interior Features
  • Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range
  • Appliances Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • Basement: Interior, Full, Unfinished
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Basement Entry: Interior
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch, Screened
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Stove
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Length: 10.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second
  • Primary Bedroom Width: 19.0
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Width: 11.6
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Length: 7.6
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 14.6
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 12.0
  • Kitchen Countertop: Formica
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Length: 10.6
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Width: 17.0
  • Living Room Amenities: Heat Stove
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 496 Dow Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 7, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1518396828

$230,000—
Sep 7, 2023

Sold

Maine Listings #1567154

$230,000—
Jul 31, 2023

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1567154

$229,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/07/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1518396828

$230,000
09/07/2023

Sold

Maine Listings #1567154

$230,000
07/31/2023

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1567154

$229,000

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

Public Records for 496 Dow Road

Taxable ValueLand$51,000Additions$122,600Total$173,600
Tax Record2025$1,996 ($166 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size42,253 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyPENOBSCOTAPNORRI M:006 L:012

Schools near 496 Dow Road

This home is within Orrington Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Center Drive School
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Center Drive School
PublicPK to 8

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 496 Dow Road, Orrington, ME 04474
$230,000
2
1,144
43,560
502 Dow Road, Orrington, ME 04474
$392,000
4
3,892
169,884
495 Dow Road, Orrington, ME 04474
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746,618
506 Dow Road, Orrington, ME 04474
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4
3
1,740
971,388
482 Dow Road, Orrington, ME 04474
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81,022
483 Dow Road, Orrington, ME 04474
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92,347

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