689 Hardscrabble Rd

Sweden, ME 04040

$627,900
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,428 Sq. Ft.
$259 / Sq. Ft.
2,428
Sq. Ft.
$259
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 10/10/25
Closed 10/10/25

Description

RENNOVATED LOG HOME, lovingly remodeled to blend its classic log craftsmanship with many modern comforts. Natural wood, cathedral ceiling and a showstopper kitchen which features leathered granite countertops, beautiful cabinetry, lighting and stainless appliances. 2 dining areas, perfect for entertaining while gorgeous wood and tile floors grace the living space. A soaring stone fireplace reaches to 2nd floor height with a brand new propane insert adding easy warmth and ambiance. A fun and functional...RENNOVATED LOG HOME, lovingly remodeled to blend its classic log craftsmanship with many modern comforts. Natural wood, cathedral ceiling and a showstopper kitchen which features leathered granite countertops, beautiful cabinetry, lighting and stainless appliances. 2 dining areas, perfect for entertaining while gorgeous wood and tile floors grace the living space. A soaring stone fireplace reaches to 2nd floor height with a brand new propane insert adding easy warmth and ambiance. A fun and functional loft overlooks the great room and leads to a 2nd floor primary suite. Two more bedrooms and a full bath located off the first floor and share access to a private screen porch for summer breezes. Integral first-floor porch is ideal for quiet relaxation or work/studio space. An open walk-out basement provides loads of extra storage or finish-able space. There is also a separate workshop in an "extra" basement space, plus a large garden shed. Set 6.48 acres with 1000’ of road frontage for added privacy. Stonewalls, perennials and a sunny yard to play, plus a seasonal cold water brook and woodsy serenity abuts Bridgton with nearby trails to Highland Research Forest. 3 miles to Highland golf course and easy access to snow mobile trails, Highland Lake and downtown Bridgton, all within the district for Fryeburg Academy High School. A stunning property to make your forever home or a fun-tastic vacation retreat in the lakes’ region of Maine with an additional abutting 4 acres available.
  1. Listed by Bernadette Donohue • Badger Peabody & Smith Realty • Cell: 207-542-9967

Sold By A Non PrimeMLS Agency

Property Details for 689 Hardscrabble Road

Parking
1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, On Site
Water Body Type
Lake
Zoning
Residential
LISTING CLOSED: 10/10/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 689 Hardscrabble Road

StatusClosed
MLS #5043434
Days on Market74
Taxes$4,300 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2003
Lot Size6.48 AC / 282,268 SF
CountyOxford County
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Building Information for 689 Hardscrabble Road

Stories1Year Built2003Building Size-Lot Size6.48 AC / 282,268 SF

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Property Information for 689 Hardscrabble Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Sweden
  • County: ME-Oxford
  • Directions: From Bridgton (Rt 302 East) turn onto Highland Rd at town beach. Go 2.4 mi and continue onto Chadbourne Hill Rd for .5 mi. At Middle Ridge intersection, left onto Upper Ridge Rd for 2.2 mi. Becomes Hardscrabble Rd. in Sweden, 1st on left after Common Dr. Note: (GPS may say Ridlonville Rd).
  • Latitude: 44.119248532371508
  • Longitude: -70.741472965606647
  • Road Frontage: true
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: ME
  • Street Designation: Road
  • Map: R01
  • Zip Code: 04040
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Year Notes: see remark
  • Taxes TBD: Yes
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Driveway: Gravel
Property
Lot Information
  • Block: -
  • Footprint: 26 x 38, 8 x 26, 11 x 46
  • Lot: 25 Partial
  • Lot Features: Corner, Country Setting, Lake Access, Landscaped, Major Road Frontage, Open, Rolling, Sloping, Stream, Wooded, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Paths, Near Shopping, Near Skiing, Near Snowmobile Trails, Rural, Near Hospital, Near ATV Trail
  • Lot Size Acres: 6.48
  • Road Frontage Length: 1079.0
  • Water Body Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Stearns Pond
  • Total Finished Area: 2428.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2428.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1196.0
  • BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Measured
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 282269.0
  • Total Area: 3624.0
Property and Assessments
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Owned Land: Yes
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Water Body Restrictions: Unknown
  • Year Built: 2003
  • School District: MSAD #72
  • High School: Fryeburg Academy
  • Middle/Jr School: Molly Ockett Middle School
  • Elementary School: New Suncook Elementary
Utilities
  • Electric Company: Central Maine Power
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: On-Site Septic Exists, Private
  • Water Source: On-Site Well Exists, Private
  • Utilities: Satellite
  • Water Access Details: Indirect, Not Adjoining
  • Internet: Satellite Internet
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Color: Dark Brown
  • Construction Materials: Log Home
  • Roof: Metal, Asphalt Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Down Draft Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Walkout
  • Basement Description: Concrete, Full, Other, Interior Stairs, Storage Space, Unfinished, Walkout
  • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Breakfast Nook, Level 1: Den, Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Foyer, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Studio
  • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Loft, Level 2: Primary Bedroom
  • Equipment: Satellite Dish, Other Equipment
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Heat Fuel: Oil, Propane
  • Heating: Propane, Oil, Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Cooling: None
  • Total Stories: 1.5
  • Rooms Total: 11
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Total: 3
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 8 x 10
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Foyer
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 8.5 x 12. 5
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Breakfast Nook
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 8 x 16
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 12.5 x 12.5
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 8 x 12
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Den
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 25
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 7 x 15
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Studio
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 10.5 x 20
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 10.5 x 15.5
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 18.5 x 20
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 6 x + 11 x
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Loft

Property History for 689 Hardscrabble Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 10, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917309743

$627,900—
Oct 10, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917397935

$627,900

+72.8% / yr

Oct 10, 2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1624449

$627,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/10/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917309743

$627,900
10/10/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917397935

$627,900

+72.8% / yr

10/10/2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1624449

$627,900

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

Public Records for 689 Hardscrabble Road

Taxable ValueLand$49,800Additions$201,790Total$251,590
Tax Record2025$4,748 ($396 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt988 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt988 SqFtStories1Lot Size365,904 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyOXFORDAPNSWED M:R01 L:25-0

Schools near 689 Hardscrabble Road

This home is within Regional School Unit 72 Msad 72.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Molly Ockett School
Public - PK to 8
New Suncook School
Public - PK to 4
Molly Ockett Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Bridgton Academy
Private - 12
Rating
School
Distance
Molly Ockett School
PublicPK to 8

New Suncook School
PublicPK to 4

Molly Ockett Middle School
Public6 to 8

Bridgton Academy
Private12

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