51 River Rd

Newcastle, ME 04553

$605,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,316 Sq. Ft.
$261 / Sq. Ft.
2,316
Sq. Ft.
$261
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 1/6/25
Closed 1/6/25
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Description

This updated 3-bedroom 2.5-bath home has been lovingly maintained, with substantial structural and efficiency improvements. Located across the street from the Damariscotta River, the home enjoys river views in some rooms, a private and fenced back yard, and it is walking distance to the ''Twin Villages'' of Newcastle and Damariscotta. Improvements during this ownership include an engineered replacement floor system on the first floor, basement water management, spray foam insulation, conversion to...This updated 3-bedroom 2.5-bath home has been lovingly maintained, with substantial structural and efficiency improvements. Located across the street from the Damariscotta River, the home enjoys river views in some rooms, a private and fenced back yard, and it is walking distance to the ''Twin Villages'' of Newcastle and Damariscotta. Improvements during this ownership include an engineered replacement floor system on the first floor, basement water management, spray foam insulation, conversion to heat pump heating & cooling, replacement windows, and more. A turn-key offering, this charming 1840s house is well prepared for the years ahead.
  1. Listed by Jonathan Tindal • Tindal & Callahan Real Estate

Property Details for 51 River Road

Waterfront
No
Waterfront Features
River
ArchitecturalStyle
Greek-Revival
Garage
No
Zoning
D4 - Village Res
View
Scenic
LISTING UPDATED: 01/06/2025 01:51 PM

Property Details for 51 River Road

StatusClosed
MLS #1606661
Days on Market12
Taxes$7,128 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1840
Lot Size0.36 AC / 15,681 SF
CountyLincoln County
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Location

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Building Information for 51 River Road

Stories-Year Built1840Building Size-Lot Size0.36 AC / 15,681 SF

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Property Information for 51 River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water Body Name: Damariscotta River
  • Directions: (From RT-1) Head east on US-1 N/Main St toward Middle St Continue to follow US-1 N. 6.3 mi. Turn right onto Snead Spur 0.2 mi. Slight left onto River Rd. Destination will be on the left 0.5 mi.
  • Town: Newcastle
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 04553
  • County: Lincoln
  • Geo Latitude: 44.031802
  • Geo Longitude: -69.542146
  • Tax Lot: 52
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
  • Location:Near Town: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Public: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved
  • Attached Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 4992
  • Tax Map Number: 12
  • Tax Year: 24
  • Parcel Number: NEWC-000012-000000-000052
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,127.76
Property
Heating and Cooling
  • Water Heater:Electric: Yes
Lot Information
  • SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2316.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.36
  • Source of Acreage: Survey
  • Building Area Total: 2316.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.36
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 15681.6
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Street Number: 51
  • Property Information:Surveyed: Yes
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim w/Covenant
  • Property Information:Deed: All
  • Property Information:# Rooms: 9.00
  • Property Information:Total Half Baths: 1.00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: .00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: 1.00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: 2.00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Level 2: .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:Paved: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Leased Land: No
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Building Area Source: Appraiser
  • Year Built: 1840
Utilities
  • Electric: True
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Gas:Bottled: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
  • # Fireplaces: 0
  • Fireplace: No
  • Vehicle Storage:Barn: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:No Vehicle Storage: Yes
  • Roof: Metal
  • Other Structures: Barn
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
Interior Features
  • Basement: Full, Exterior Entry, Bulkhead, Unfinished
  • Interior Features: Attic, Shower, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Direct Vent Heater
  • Foundation Details: Granite
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Room Total: 9
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 3
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.10
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Granite: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 14.2
  • Room Level: First
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 15.2
  • Room Width: 14.9
  • Room Level: First
Room 3
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 15.8
  • Room Width: 15.5
  • Room Level: First
Room 4
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 15.9
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Second
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 16.7
  • Room Width: 13.2
  • Room Level: Second
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 13.2
  • Room Width: 10.6
  • Room Level: Second
Room 7
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Length: 15.5
  • Room Width: 10.6
  • Room Level: First
Room 8
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Room Length: 11.8
  • Room Width: 10.2
  • Room Level: First
Room 9
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Room Length: 12.4
  • Room Width: 4.7
  • Room Level: First

Property History for 51 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 6, 2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1606661

$605,000—
Dec 20, 2024

Pending

Maine Listings #1606661

—
Nov 8, 2024

Price Change

Maine Listings #1606661

$599,000—
Oct 23, 2024

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1606661

—
Oct 8, 2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1606661

$650,000—
Apr 1, 2016

Sold

Maine Listings #1236695

$362,700—
Feb 26, 2016

Pending

Maine Listings #1236695

—
Feb 20, 2016

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1236695

—
Sep 1, 2015

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1236695

$395,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/06/2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1606661

$605,000
12/20/2024

Pending

Maine Listings #1606661

—
11/08/2024

Price Change

Maine Listings #1606661

$599,000
10/23/2024

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1606661

—
10/08/2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1606661

$650,000
04/01/2016

Sold

Maine Listings #1236695

$362,700
02/26/2016

Pending

Maine Listings #1236695

—
02/20/2016

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1236695

—
09/01/2015

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1236695

$395,000

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

Public Records for 51 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$61,400Additions$483,300Total$544,700
Tax Record2025$7,789 ($649 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,416 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,416 SqFtStories3Lot Size15,682 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningRURALCountyLINCOLNAPNNEWC M:012 L:052

Schools near 51 River Road

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

Lincoln Academy
Private9 to 12

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