78 Fording Rd

1,408 Sq. Ft.
$198 / Sq. Ft.
1,408
Sq. Ft.
$198
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Check out this home or camp built in 2008 with deeded access to the Sandy River. Open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area with hardwood floors throughout. Kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, wall oven, cooktop, and a large island for prep, seating and storage. Dining area accommodates a full-size table with access to the lower level. Living room spans the length of the home, includes picture windows overlooking the backyard, and a half bath. Mostly all-wood interior...Check out this home or camp built in 2008 with deeded access to the Sandy River. Open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area with hardwood floors throughout. Kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, wall oven, cooktop, and a large island for prep, seating and storage. Dining area accommodates a full-size table with access to the lower level. Living room spans the length of the home, includes picture windows overlooking the backyard, and a half bath. Mostly all-wood interior with wood walls, ceilings, and exterior siding. Built in 2008 by the current owner. Seller has completed numerous interior and exterior improvements and continues updating the property. Second-floor primary bedroom with closet overlooks the main living space and includes a full bathroom with step-in tiled shower and washer/dryer hookups. Catwalk leads to double doors designed for a future balcony. Full walk-out basement offers additional finishing potential with studs in place for another bedroom or office. Currently configured as a 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath home with a 3-bedroom septic design. Situated on 5.25 acres. 32x32 slab with rebar in place for a future garage. Located on a private road with only a few neighboring homes, none visible from the property. Seller reports frequent wildlife sightings and hunting success. Deeded ROW access to a common lot on the Sandy River connecting to the Kennebec River and is known locally for fishing. Located in MSAD 54 school district and within close proximity to downtown Norridgewock, approximately 30 minutes to Waterville.
  1. Listed by Samantha Allen • Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group • samanthabartlett@masiello.com

Property Details for 78 Fording Road

Waterfront
Yes
ArchitecturalStyle
Colonial
Garage
No
Zoning
Residential
View
Trees/Woods
LISTING UPDATED: 03/06/2026 05:05 PM

Property Details for 78 Fording Road

StatusActive
MLS #1652692
Days on Market25
Taxes$2,188 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2008
Lot Size5.25 AC / 228,690 SF
CountySomerset County

Location

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Building Information for 78 Fording Road

Stories-Year Built2008Building Size-Lot Size5.25 AC / 228,690 SF

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$1,536 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,354

Property Taxes

$182

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 78 Fording Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
  • Water Body Name: Sandy River
  • Zip Code: 3826
  • Directions: Turn onto Airport Rd travel 1.9 mi. Slight right onto Childs Rd travel 2.0 mi. Turn right onto Sandy River Rd travel 1.5 mi. Turn right onto Fording Rd. Destination will be on the left about 0.4 mi.
  • Town: Norridgewock
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 04957
  • County: Somerset
  • Geo Latitude: 44.739796
  • Geo Longitude: -69.888335
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Tax Lot: 069
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Site:Rolling/Sloping: Yes
  • Site:Wooded: Yes
  • Location:Rural: Yes
  • Water Info:Waterfront Amount +: 50.00
  • Water Info:Water Frontage Owned: 50.00
  • Water Info:Water Frontage Shared: 50.00
  • Source of Water Frontage:Deed: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Common: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Deeded: Yes
  • Recreational Water:River/Brook/Stream: Yes
  • Recreational Water:ROW to Water: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Features: Gravel, On Site
  • Attached Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 3758
  • Tax Map Number: 005
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Parcel Number: NORR-000005-000000-000069
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,188.00
School Information
  • School District: RSU 54/MSAD 54
Property
Green Features
  • Energy Efficiency:Ceiling Fans: Yes
Heating and Cooling
  • Water Heater:Off Heating System: Yes
Lot Information
  • SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1408.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.25
  • Source of Acreage: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1408.0
  • Lot Size Area: 5.25
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 228690.0
  • Bedrooms Total: 1
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Street Number: 78
  • Property Information:Surveyed: Yes
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
  • Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Property Information:Deed: All
  • Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
  • Property Information:2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
  • Property Information:# Rooms: 4.00
  • Property Information:Total Half Baths: 1.00
  • Property Information:Color: Natural
  • 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: 1.00
  • Property Information:Other Source of Square Footage: Tax card shows 1st floor only
  • 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:Gravel: 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: Seller
  • Year Built: 2008
Utilities
  • Electric: Generator Hookup, Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
  • Water Source: Well, Private
  • Appliances Included:Cooktop: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Wall Oven: Yes
  • Utilities:Utilities On: Yes
  • Gas:No Gas: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • # Fireplaces: 0
  • Fireplace: No
  • Vehicle Storage:No Vehicle Storage: Yes
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Basement: Interior, Walk-Out Access, Daylight, Full, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: Shower, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Hot Water, Baseboard
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Room Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.10
  • Cooling YN: No
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Granite: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 3
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 32.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: First
Room 4
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 32.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: Second

Property History for 78 Fording Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1652692

$279,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/09/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1652692

$279,000

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

Public Records for 78 Fording Road

Taxable ValueLand$63,100Additions$195,800Total$258,900
Tax Record2025$2,188 ($182 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,048 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,048 SqFtStories2Lot Size228,690 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2008ZoningRACountySOMERSETAPNNORR M:005 L:069

Schools near 78 Fording Road

This home is within Regional School Unit 54 Msad 54.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 1 to 3
Rating
School
Distance
Mill Stream Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Skowhegan Area Middle School
Public6 to 8

Skowhegan Area High School
Public9 to 12

Bloomfield Elementary School
Public1 to 3

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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78 Fording Road is a single family home for sale in Norridgewock, ME 04957. This property was listed for sale on December 9, 2025 by Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group, it's currently listed at $279,000. This listing's school district is Regional School Unit 54 Msad 54. Nearby schools include Mill Stream Elementary School, Skowhegan Area Middle School and Skowhegan Area High School. 78 Fording Road is a 1-bed, 2-bath, 1,408 sqft single family home built in 2008.

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