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Last Sold Price
2 beds1,472 sqft$166/sqft
896 Bear River Rd, Newry, ME 04261
Single FamilyProperty Type
4 acresLot Size
1976Year Built
$166/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

This little gem sits in a magical setting! Tucked on the bank of the Bear River with private swimming hole and tranquil sounds of nature. Enjoy unobstructed views of the water and mountains and space to spread out. Just minutes to skiing and golf and adjacent to the popular Grafton Loop trail. Only 5 minutes to the entrance of the State Park with continued unlimited hiking and access to the Appalachian Trail. This wonderful location allows you to be one with nature while only 15 minutes from the...This little gem sits in a magical setting! Tucked on the bank of the Bear River with private swimming hole and tranquil sounds of nature. Enjoy unobstructed views of the water and mountains and space to spread out. Just minutes to skiing and golf and adjacent to the popular Grafton Loop trail. Only 5 minutes to the entrance of the State Park with continued unlimited hiking and access to the Appalachian Trail. This wonderful location allows you to be one with nature while only 15 minutes from the quaint town of Bethel. Home is ready for a cosmetic lift and a new owner to love and cherish it. Complete with chicken coop and blueberry patches. This is the opportunity you have been waiting for!
  • Listed by: Sally Harkins 207.807.0732 sally@sundayriverhomes.com • Sally Harkins & Co Real Estate
Listing closed: 08/04/2021 12:00 AM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1501771

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$275,000

Avg days on market

66

Sale-to-list ratio

88.4%

Newry, ME

9 comparable properties found

$244,800 | 346 Bear River Road, Newry, ME 04261
1/5
1

$244,800

Sold 09/23/25

3
Bedrooms
1,354
Square Feet
3.3
Acres
$315,000 | 12 Taylor Road, Newry, ME 04261
1/34
2

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Sold 08/13/26

2
Bedrooms
1,016
Square Feet
2
Acres
$240,000 | 305 Skyline Drive, Newry, ME 04261
1/33
3

$240,000

Sold 01/28/25

2
Bedrooms
640
Square Feet
5.6
Acres
$360,000 | 734 Bear River Road, Newry, ME 04261
1/55
4

$360,000

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3
Bedrooms
1,008
Square Feet
2.5
Acres
$105,000 | 34 Partridge Road, Newry, ME 04261
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Sold 01/24/25

4
Bedrooms
1,344
Square Feet
0.23
Acres
$350,000 | 1727 Bear River Road, Newry, ME 04261
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Sold 11/15/24

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Bedrooms
880
Square Feet
7.4
Acres
$127,500 | 629 Broadway Street, Newry, SC 29672
1/15
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3
Bedrooms
1,491
Square Feet
0.19
Acres
$475,000 | 8 Duck Foot Way, Unit 3B, Newry, ME 04261
1/5
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$475,000

Sold 11/04/25

2
Bedrooms
1,475
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
$275,000 | 325 Sunday River Road, Newry, ME 04261
1/42
9

$275,000

Sold 11/24/25

3
Bedrooms
1,344
Square Feet
1.85
Acres

Location

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Property Information for 896 Bear River Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,339 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Style: Ranch
  • Has Waterfront: Yes
  • Zoning: shoreland
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Lot Size: 4.00 AC / 174,240 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Location: Rural
  • Page: 15
  • Zoning Overlay: Yes
  • Directions: From RT 2 take RT 26 toward Grafton Notch. Home will be on the left. See sign.
  • Latitude: 44.531644
  • Longitude: -$70.83
  • Water Frontage Owned: 260.0
  • Source of Water Frontage: Survey
  • Waterfront Amount: $260.00
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Water Body Name: BEAR RIVER
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 2
  • Tax Book Number: 4335
  • Tax Map Number: R9
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,339.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Paved, Off Street
  • Parking: Off Street
  • Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Attached
  • Has Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Has Garage: Yes
Virtual Tour
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Open, Level, Rural
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.0
  • Lot Size Area: 4.0
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 174240.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage: true
  • Road Frontage: 400.0
  • Source of Road Frontage: Public Records
  • Site: Level, Open
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1472.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1472.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Surveyed: No
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1976
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • Color: BROWN
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $166.44
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Oil
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: No Gas
  • Recreational Water: Deeded
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Well, Private
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Utilities On: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Electric Range
  • Appliances Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • Basement: Interior, Full, Unfinished
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Basement Entry: Interior
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Amenities: Dining Area
Family Room
  • Family Room: Family Room
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Amenities: Heat Stove
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Amenities: Wood Burning Fireplace
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Property History for 896 Bear River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 4, 2021

Sold

Maine Listings #1501771

$245,000
Jul 25, 2021

Pending

Maine Listings #1501771

Jul 20, 2021

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1501771

$245,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/04/2021

Sold

Maine Listings #1501771

$245,000
07/25/2021

Pending

Maine Listings #1501771

07/20/2021

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1501771

$245,000

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

Public Records for 896 Bear River Road

Taxable ValueLand$70,700Additions$195,700Total$266,400
Tax Record2025$1,851 ($154 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,136 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,136 SqFtStories1Lot Size174,240 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1976Year Renovated1976ZoningRACountyOXFORDAPNNEWR M:R-9 L:2

Schools near 896 Bear River Road

This home is within Regional School Unit 44 Msad 44.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Crescent Park School
PublicPK to 5

Telstar Middle School
Public6 to 8

Telstar High School
Public9 to 12

Woodstock School
PublicK to 5

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 896 Bear River Road, Newry, ME 04261
$245,000
2
1,472
174,240
5
4
1,785
217,800
$625,000
3
2,176
1,089,000
3.5
1,152
87,556
43,560
3
1
1,170
1,829,520

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