Last Sold Price
3 beds1,638 sqft$177/sqft
506 Bay Rd, Bowdoinham, ME 04008

Description

Rare opportunity to own a piece of heaven. First time on market in fifty years, this classic cape offers beautiful views of Merrimeeting Bay with direct access to tidal water. Numerous outbuildings include a 14.5' X 27' workshop perfect for home projects or artist studio. There is a three-bay shed in addition to the two car garage that provides room for a large tractor, boat or maybe even an RV. The combination of fields and forest creates a charming park like setting. This well maintained home offers...Rare opportunity to own a piece of heaven. First time on market in fifty years, this classic cape offers beautiful views of Merrimeeting Bay with direct access to tidal water. Numerous outbuildings include a 14.5' X 27' workshop perfect for home projects or artist studio. There is a three-bay shed in addition to the two car garage that provides room for a large tractor, boat or maybe even an RV. The combination of fields and forest creates a charming park like setting. This well maintained home offers some updates with opportunities to provide your own ideas. A wonderful three season room presents outstanding views of the Bay and surrounding grounds. Make this three bedroom house your home, enjoying all that living on the bay can provide.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/22/2019 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Stanley Goff • RE/MAX Riverside
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Property Details for 506 Bay Road

Status
MLS #
1432727
Days on Market
2
Taxes
$3,509 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1955
Lot Size
3.13 AC / 136,342 SF
Architectural Style
Cape Cod
Style
Cape Cod
View
Fields, Scenic, Trees/Woods
Has Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Features
Waterfront Tidal
Zoning
Residential

Location

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Building Information for 506 Bay Road

Stories-Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size3.13 AC / 136,342 SF

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$1,766 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,474

Property Taxes

$292

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 506 Bay Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Location: Rural
  • Page: 991
  • Zoning Overlay: No
  • Directions: From Topsham Rt. 24 North 4.7 miles. Home on Right.
  • Latitude: 43.973639
  • Longitude: -$69.89
  • Water Frontage Owned: 200.0
  • Source of Water Frontage: Deed
  • Waterfront Amount: $200.00
  • Water Body Type: Bay
  • Water Body Name: Merrymetting Bay
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: BOWN-000009-000000-000005-AR000000
  • Tax Lot: 5A
  • Tax Book Number: 358
  • Tax Map Number: R09
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,509.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces, Storage
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
  • Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Other Vehicle Storage, Storage Above
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Has Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Rural, Pasture, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.13
  • Lot Size Area: 3.13
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 136342.8
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: false
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage: true
  • Road Frontage: 208.0
  • Source of Road Frontage: Deed
  • Site: Pasture/Field, Wooded
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1638.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1638.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1955
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Barn(s)
  • Color: Blue
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $198.41
Green Features
  • Energy Efficiency: 90% Efficient Furnace, Ceiling Fans
  • Green Energy Efficient: 90% Efficient Furnace, Ceiling Fans
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Oil
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Bottled
  • Recreational Water: Waterfront Tidal
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available, Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Private, Well
  • Water Heater: Off Heating System
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Metal
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Laundry - 1st Floor, Shower, Storage
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Appliances Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Equipment: Generator
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access, Unfinished
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access, Unfinished
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Glassed-in Porch, Porch
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Oil, Baseboard, Hot Water, Steam
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Shower, Storage
Room Information
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Countertop: Formica
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Main Level
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 506 Bay Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 22, 2019

Sold

Maine Listings #1432727

$290,000
Sep 30, 2019

Pending

Maine Listings #1432727

Sep 11, 2019

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1432727

$325,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/22/2019

Sold

Maine Listings #1432727

$290,000
09/30/2019

Pending

Maine Listings #1432727

09/11/2019

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1432727

$325,000

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

Public Records for 506 Bay Road

Taxable ValueLand$114,600Additions$162,900Total$277,500
Tax Record2025$6,136 ($511 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,698 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,698 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,092 SqFtStories1Lot Size139,828 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955Year Renovated1955CountySAGADAHOCAPNBOWN M:R09 L:005-A

Schools near 506 Bay 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

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 506 Bay Road, Bowdoinham, ME 04008
$290,000
3
1,638
136,342
4
2
2,340
44,867
164,221
$212,000
2
1,600
77,101
$448,755
4
2,088
76,230
1,466
45,302

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