979 River Road

Closed 5/29/26
Closed 5/29/26
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Last Sold Price
$350,000
2 beds1,578 sqft$222/sqft
979 River Rd, Hollis Center, ME 04042

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!
LISTING CLOSED: 05/29/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Kelly Ellis • Maine Real Estate Experts
    P: (207) 671-3601 C: (207) 671-3601 kellyatmainehomes@gmail.com

Property Details for 979 River Road

Status
Closed
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
Architectural Style
Cape Cod
Style
Cape Cod
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
Residential
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Sold By Breakwater Realty Group, LLC

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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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Property Information for 979 River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: No
  • Location: Neighborhood, Rural
  • Page: 166
  • Zoning Overlay: No
  • Directions: Take route 35 to River Road (GPS friendly)
  • Latitude: 43.664338
  • Longitude: -$70.61
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 28
  • Tax Book Number: 4081
  • Tax Map Number: 10
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,037.90
Parking
  • Parking Features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site, Paved
  • Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Neighborhood, Rural, Level, Open Lot, Landscaped
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.28
  • Lot Size Area: 0.28
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 12196.8
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Tree Growth: false
  • Site: Level, Open, Well Landscaped
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1578.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1578.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1870
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Block, Other
  • Foundation Materials: Block, Other
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $240.81
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Oil, Propane
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: No Gas
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Private
  • Water Heater: Electric
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Shower
  • Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer, Other
  • Appliances Included: Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer, Other
  • Other Appliances: Riding lawnmower, snowblower
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Equipment: Generator
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Full
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement Entry: Exterior Only, Interior
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Glassed-in Porch
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Oil, Propane, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum
  • Interior Features: Shower
Room Information
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Countertop: Formica
Laundry
  • Laundry Room: Laundry
  • Laundry Room Level: First
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Main Level
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
Sun Room
  • Sunroom: Sunroom
  • Sunroom Level: First
Office Room
  • Office: Office
  • Office Level: First
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Property History for 979 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 29, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1941280024

$350,000—
May 29, 2026

Sold

Maine Listings #1627957

$350,000—
Apr 13, 2026

Pending

Maine Listings #1627957

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/29/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1941280024

$350,000
05/29/2026

Sold

Maine Listings #1627957

$350,000
04/13/2026

Pending

Maine Listings #1627957

—

For completeness, we 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
Steep Falls Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Bonny Eagle Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Bonny Eagle High School
Public - 9 to 12
Edna Libby Elementary School
Public - PK to 3
Rating
School
Distance
Steep Falls Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Bonny Eagle Middle School
Public6 to 8

Bonny Eagle High School
Public9 to 12

Edna Libby Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

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