498 River Rd

2,074 Sq. Ft.
$164 / Sq. Ft.
2,074
Sq. Ft.
$164
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Situated on 4 scenic acres overlooking the Eastern River, this historic toll house for the Lower Bridge has been well maintained and updated by its recent owners. Single-story living is possible on both floors. Hot water boiler, heat pumps, Anderson windows, good insulation, and a whole house generator keep this home cozy in all seasons. Street level upstairs offers 1 bedroom with en-suite bath, kitchen, dining room with vaulted ceilings, living room, and a beautiful sun room/office looking out over...Situated on 4 scenic acres overlooking the Eastern River, this historic toll house for the Lower Bridge has been well maintained and updated by its recent owners. Single-story living is possible on both floors. Hot water boiler, heat pumps, Anderson windows, good insulation, and a whole house generator keep this home cozy in all seasons. Street level upstairs offers 1 bedroom with en-suite bath, kitchen, dining room with vaulted ceilings, living room, and a beautiful sun room/office looking out over woods, water, and wetlands. Up a small staircase there are two loft rooms that could be used in myriad ways. The downstairs walk-out offers 2 more bedrooms, bathroom, laundry room, and a large common area which formerly contained a galley kitchen. 2-car garage with useful space and a crow's nest above offers added possibilities. Fenced yard and a peaceful rear deck overlooking wetlands and the Eastern River give you plenty of opportunity to relax, entertain, and enjoy the peaceful historic community of Dresden. 12 minutes to Wiscasset, less than 20 minutes to downtown Bath, 25 minutes to downtown Brunswick, 27 minutes to Augusta, and less than an hour to Maine's best beaches, Portland, and Rockland, this home is well-situated to give you access to the best of the southern Mid-coast, while keeping the business and commerce centers of Maine within reach. This unique home offers a quiet retreat with backyard access to the Kennebec watershed, via 214 feet of frontage on the Eastern river. Year round views of the Eastern and Kennebec Rivers as well as Swan Island. This historic structure maintains the character and craftsmanship of Maine's early years, with modern systems and efficiency. 498 River Road is ready to be crafted to the next generation's needs, and will be a wonderful sanctuary for its next loving owners.

Property Details for 498 River Road

Architectural Style
Other, Cottage
Style
Cottage, Other
View
Trees/Woods
Has Waterfront
Yes
Zoning
Shoreland
LISTING CLOSED: 04/22/2024 12:00 AM

Property Details for 498 River Road

StatusClosed
MLS #1578298
Days on Market57
Taxes$3,245 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1798
Lot Size4.00 AC / 174,240 SF
CountyLincoln County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group

Sold By Dan Anderson Real Estate, Inc.

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Building Information for 498 River Road

Stories-Year Built1798Building Size-Lot Size4.00 AC / 174,240 SF

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$1,999 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,728

Property Taxes

$270

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 498 River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Location: Near Public Beach, Near Town, Rural
  • Page: 100
  • Latitude: 44.054198
  • Longitude: -$69.77
  • Transportation: Major Road Access
  • Water Frontage Owned: 214.0
  • Source of Water Frontage: Public Records
  • Waterfront Amount: $214.00
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Water Body Name: Eastern River, Kennebec River
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: DRES-000010-000000-000011
  • Tax Lot: 11
  • Tax Book Number: 3867
  • Tax Map Number: 10
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,245.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Storage Above, Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Detached, Off Street
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site, Paved, Off Street
  • Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Auto Door Opener, Detached, Storage Above
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Has Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Open, Level, Wooded, Near Public Beach, Near Town, Rural
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.0
  • Lot Size Area: 4.0
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 174240.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: false
  • Acreage Other Source: Deed, Previous Listing
  • Other Source of Square Footage: Previous Listing
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Front Other Source: MLS
  • Road Frontage: true
  • Road Frontage: 779.0
  • Source of Road Frontage: Public Records
  • Site: Level, Open, Rolling/Sloping, Wooded
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1330.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 744.0
  • Building Area Source: Seller
  • Building Area Total: 2074.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Trustee
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1798
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • Color: Grey
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $284.96
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Electric, K-1/Kerosene, Oil
  • Electric: Fuses, Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Bottled
  • Recreational Water: River/Brook/Stream, Waterfront Deep, Waterfront Tidal
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
  • Water Source: Well, Private
  • Water Heater: Electric, Tank
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Roof: Flat, Membrane, Metal, Shingle
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Accessibility Features: 32 - 36 Inch Doors, Level Entry, Other Accessibilities, Other Bath Modifications, Accessible Approach with Ramp
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Fence, Laundry - 1st Floor, One-Floor Living, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Other Appliances: Heat Pumps, Generator
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Equipment: Internet Access Available, Generator, Cable
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Generator, Cable
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access, Daylight, Finished, Full
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access, Daylight, Finished, Full
  • # Full Baths Basement: 1.0
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Glass Enclosed
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Hot Water, Heat Pump, Baseboard
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, One-Floor Living, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
Room Information
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Bedroom 1 Width: 11.0
  • Bedroom 1 Amenities: Full Bath
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Basement
  • Bedroom 2 Width: 9.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Basement
  • Bedroom 3 Width: 8.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Length: 12.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 8.0
  • Dining Room Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling
Family Room
  • Family Room: Family Room
  • Family Room Length: 14.0
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Family Room Width: 14.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 10.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 10.0
  • Kitchen Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling
  • Kitchen Countertop: Formica
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Length: 12.0
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Width: 10.0
Loft
  • Loft: Loft
  • Loft Length: 10.0
  • Loft Width: 10.0
  • Loft Amenities: Ladder
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Property History for 498 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 22, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1531043657

$340,000
Apr 22, 2024

Sold

Maine Listings #1578298

$340,000
Jan 26, 2024

Pending

Maine Listings #1578298

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/22/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1531043657

$340,000
04/22/2024

Sold

Maine Listings #1578298

$340,000
01/26/2024

Pending

Maine Listings #1578298

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

Public Records for 498 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$90,800Additions$186,600Total$277,400
Tax Record2025$4,142 ($345 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,119 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,119 SqFtStories1Lot Size174,240 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyLINCOLNAPNDRES M:10 L:11

Schools near 498 River Road

This home is within Regional School Unit 02.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 8
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Hall-Dale Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Dresden Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Monmouth Memorial School
PublicPK to 8

Hall-Dale Middle and High School
Public6 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group

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