8 River Road

Closed 9/15/23
Closed 9/15/23
Benton 2-family
Front of building
Front of building
Stairs
2nd floor kitchen
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IMG_3340
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2nd floor bathroom
Living room
Living room
Living room with heat pump
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 2
Side yard
Back of home
Heat pumps
Side of Barn
Barn
Side of home
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Last Sold Price
$139,000
1,904 sqft$73/sqft
8 River Rd, Benton, ME 04901

Description

Seller is motivated! First time on the market since 1977! This amazing 2-unit apartment building has many new updates & has been meticulously maintained by owner/occupant since 1977! This 2-unit apartment building has amazing potential & is currently underperforming in terms of rental income with only 1 unit rented at a minimal cost, to a 10-year+ tenant. Attached, large barn for storage. Each unit has their own 12x18', lockable storage unit within the building. There is a 3rd 12x18' storage area...Seller is motivated! First time on the market since 1977! This amazing 2-unit apartment building has many new updates & has been meticulously maintained by owner/occupant since 1977! This 2-unit apartment building has amazing potential & is currently underperforming in terms of rental income with only 1 unit rented at a minimal cost, to a 10-year+ tenant. Attached, large barn for storage. Each unit has their own 12x18', lockable storage unit within the building. There is a 3rd 12x18' storage area for building supplies etc. Long-term tenant currently occupies first floor unit & the 2nd floor unit is vacant & getting some updates. Convenient location, close to I-95, shopping, restaurants, schools and more!
LISTING CLOSED: 09/15/2023 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Dawn Gilman • Century 21 Nason Realty
    P: (207) 873-2119 C: (207) 692-3818 dawn@c21nason.com

Property Details for 8 River Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
1563398
Days on Market
44
Taxes
$2,091 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Multi Family
MLS Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1900
Lot Size
0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
County
Kennebec County
Architectural Style
Other
Style
Other
View
Trees/Woods, Scenic
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
Residential

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$165,000

Avg days on market

13

Sale-to-list ratio

94.4%

Benton, ME

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Building Information for 8 River Road

Stories2Residences2Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

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Property Information for 8 River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: No
  • Location: Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood
  • Page: 76
  • Directions: From in-town Fairfield, cross 3 bridges. At top of hill, at light, turn left on River Road. First house on left abutting Poor Bob's. See sign.
  • Latitude: 44.587281
  • Longitude: -$69.59
  • Transportation: Major Road Access
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: BNTN-000014-000000-000041
  • Tax Lot: 41
  • Tax Book Number: 4837
  • Tax Map Number: 14
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,091.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Paved, Off Street
  • Parking: Paved, Off Street
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
School Information
  • High School District: RSU 49/MSAD 49
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Level, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Area: 0.17
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7405.2
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • SqFt Source: Public Records
  • Site: Level
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1904.0
  • Building Area Total: 1904.0
  • Property Type: Multi-Family
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim
  • Surveyed: No
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Structure Type: Duplex
  • Structure Type: Duplex
  • Year Built: 1900
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Barn(s)
  • Color: white
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $78.73
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Electric, Oil
  • # Water Heaters: 1
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: No Gas
  • Recreational Water: Nearby, River/Brook/Stream
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Heat Pump
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Metal
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Laundry - 1st Floor, Laundry - Coin, Shower, Storage
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Equipment: Satellite Dish
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level, Laundry - Coin
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access, Full, Unfinished
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access, Full, Unfinished
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Laminate
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Shower, Storage
Room Information
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level, Laundry - Coin
Multi Family
Multi Family Information
  • # of 2 BD Units: 2
  • Number Of Units Total: 2
Income & Expenses
  • Gross Income: $10,500.00
  • Operating Expense: $9,027.00
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Tenant Information
  • Occupant Type: No

Property History for 8 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 15, 2023

Sold

Maine Listings #1563398

$139,000—
Aug 16, 2023

Pending

Maine Listings #1563398

—
Jun 17, 2023

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1563398

$185,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/15/2023

Sold

Maine Listings #1563398

$139,000
08/16/2023

Pending

Maine Listings #1563398

—
06/17/2023

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1563398

$185,900

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

Public Records for 8 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$15,610Additions$121,630Total$137,240
Tax Record2025$1,921 ($160 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size7,405 SqFtCountyKENNEBECAPNBNTN M:14 L:41

Schools near 8 River Road

This home is within Regional School Unit 49 Msad 49.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Benton Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Lawrence Junior High School
Public - 7 to 8
Lawrence High School
Public - 9 to 12
Clinton Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Benton Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Lawrence Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Lawrence High School
Public9 to 12

Clinton Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

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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AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 8 River Road, Benton, ME 04901
$139,000
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1,904
7,405
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–
3
1
1,344
13,068
10 Kelly Street, Benton, ME 04901
$85,250
3
1,044
12,632
38 Bridge Street, Benton, ME 04901
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4
1
960
14,810
11 River Road, Benton, ME 04901
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–
1
768
57,499
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$52,500
–
1,937
21,780

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