979 River Rd
Pending
Pending
Description
This beautiful meticulous home is waiting to welcome you into this quaint Hollis Village neighborhood. Your new home has all the charm and simplicity of an era when life was simple and quiet. You enter into a bright and cheery room that can be used for crafts, office or a wonderful playroom. The laundry room is efficient and tidy with washer/dryer and an upright freezer! Next walk into the adorable breakfast nook area where you can enjoy looking out into the backyard where the birds are plentiful....This beautiful meticulous home is waiting to welcome you into this quaint Hollis Village neighborhood. Your new home has all the charm and simplicity of an era when life was simple and quiet. You enter into a bright and cheery room that can be used for crafts, office or a wonderful playroom. The laundry room is efficient and tidy with washer/dryer and an upright freezer! Next walk into the adorable breakfast nook area where you can enjoy looking out into the backyard where the birds are plentiful. The kitchen has a beautiful built-in convection oven and counter-top stove with one-of-a kind built in storage units made by the homeowner to keep everything neat and efficient. The charm of this home is endless. Enjoy family dinners in the quaint dining room and wrap up your evening in your very cozy living room watching your favorite program with no cable bill! Each room boasts craftsmanship and meticulous love and care from the family that has enjoyed this home for 37 years! The bonus to this delightful home is the three-season porch that can be enjoyed with a morning coffee or an evening tea building puzzles or playing games! Enjoy the exquisite wooden floors that are rich and welcoming in all the rooms. This home also has the original windows that you cannot find on the market today. The two upstairs bedrooms are attractive and pleasant with a beautiful hand-crafted bed that will stay with the home as a special treasure. If you want a great woodworking shed or she-shed it is already set up with electric heat for winter projects and AC for hot summer days. EVERYTHING about this home paints a picture of coziness, comfort and care. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity!
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Property Details for 979 River Road
Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyleCape Cod
GarageNo
ZoningResidential
LISTING UPDATED: 04/13/2026 04:56 AM
Property Details for 979 River Road
| Status | Pending |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1627957 |
| Days on Market | 112 |
| Taxes | $2,038 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1870 |
| Lot Size | 0.28 AC / 12,196 SF |
| County | York County |
Location
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Building Information for 979 River Road
Stories-Year Built1870Building Size-Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,196 SF
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$2,083 per month
30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest
Principal and Interest
$1,913
Property Taxes
$170
HOA Dues
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1Property Information for 979 River Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Zip Code: 3148
- Directions: Take route 35 to River Road (GPS friendly)
- Town: Hollis
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04042
- County: York
- Geo Latitude: 43.664338
- Geo Longitude: -70.605295
- Tax Lot: 28
- Site:Level: Yes
- Site:Open: Yes
- Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
- Location:Neighborhood: Yes
- Location:Rural: Yes
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Water View2: No
- Tree Growth YN2: false
Parking
- Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site2, Paved3
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 4081
- Tax Map Number: 10
- Tax Year: 2024
- Parcel Number: 979RiverRoadHollis04042
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $2,037.90
- Restrictions:No Restrictions: Yes
Property
Green Features
- Energy Efficiency:Storm Windows: Yes
- HERS Certified: No
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Electric: Yes
- Heat Fuel: Oil, Propane
- Heat System: Forced Air
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1578.0
- Lot Size Acres: 0.28
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1578.0
- Lot Size Area: 0.28
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 12196.8
- Bedrooms Total: 2
- Bathrooms Full: 1
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Street Number: 979
- Property Information:Surveyed: Yes
- Property Information:Seasonal: No
- Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
- Property Information:Deed: All
- Property Information:# Rooms: 8.00
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: .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: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: 1.00
- 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
- Driveway: Paved2
Property and Assessments
- Leased Land: No
- Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
- Property Type Label: Residential
- Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1870
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water Source: Private
- Other Equipment: Generator
- Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
- Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
- Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
- Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
- Appliances Included:Wall Oven: Yes
- Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
- Appliances Included:Other: Yes
- Appliances Included:Other Appliances: Riding lawnmower, snowblower
- Gas:No Gas: Yes
- Water Heater: Electric2
- Appliances: Other, Washer, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer
- Equipment: Generator
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- # Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:No Vehicle Storage: Yes
- Roof: Shingle
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
- Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
- Patio and Porch Features:Glassed-in Porch: Yes
- Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
- Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Glassed-in Porch
- Basement Entry: Exterior Only, Interior
Interior Features
- Basement: Full
- Interior Features: Shower
- Cooling: Window Unit(s)
- Heating: Forced Air
- Foundation Details: Block, Other
- Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
- Room Total: 8
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 1
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.00
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Heating YN: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop:Formica: Yes
- Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Shower
- Kitchen Countertop: Formica
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Office
- Room Level: First
Room 2
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: First
Room 3
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: First
Room 4
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: First
Room 5
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: First
Room 6
- Room Type: Sunroom
- Room Level: First
Room 7
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Level: Second
Room 8
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Second
Property History for 979 River Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 13, 2026 | Pending Maine Listings #1627957 | — | |
| Apr 12, 2026 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1627957 | — | |
| Mar 29, 2026 | Price Change Maine Listings #1627957 | $380,000 | — |
| Sep 29, 2025 | Withdrawn Maine Listings #1627957 | $455,000 | — |
| Jun 24, 2025 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1627957 | $485,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/13/2026 | Pending Maine Listings #1627957 | — |
| 04/12/2026 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1627957 | — |
| 03/29/2026 | Price Change Maine Listings #1627957 | $380,000 |
| 09/29/2025 | Withdrawn Maine Listings #1627957 | $455,000 |
| 06/24/2025 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1627957 | $485,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 979 River Road
Taxable ValueLand$41,130Additions$110,480Total$151,610
Tax Record2025$2,274 ($190 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size12,197 SqFtStyleOffice BuildingZoningWBVCountyYORKAPNHLLS M:10 L:28
Schools near 979 River Road
This home is within Regional School Unit 06 Msad 06.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 5 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hollis School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Bonny Eagle Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Bonny Eagle High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Buxton Center Elementary School PublicPK 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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