490 Valley Avenue

Bangor, ME 04401

$819,000
Price
5
Beds
3
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
3,143 Sq. Ft.
$261 / Sq. Ft.
3,143
Sq. Ft.
$261
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Rare opportunity to own 1.7 acres on the waterfront in-town Bangor! Properties like this don't come along very often. Beautifully designed contemporary custom-built home nestled on private acreage with 270 feet of usable frontage on the Kenduskeag Stream. Lovely, landscaped grounds with lilacs, magnolias, flowering quince and a mediation garden. Enjoy the flight of eagles and herons over the river or kayaking and fly fishing from your backyard. Stunning home offers the WOW! factor as soon as you...Rare opportunity to own 1.7 acres on the waterfront in-town Bangor! Properties like this don't come along very often. Beautifully designed contemporary custom-built home nestled on private acreage with 270 feet of usable frontage on the Kenduskeag Stream. Lovely, landscaped grounds with lilacs, magnolias, flowering quince and a mediation garden. Enjoy the flight of eagles and herons over the river or kayaking and fly fishing from your backyard. Stunning home offers the WOW! factor as soon as you enter and view the custom kitchen, spacious dining room, living room with soaring cathedral ceiling and all the living spaces with water views. The first-floor primary suite affords views of the stream and private backyard and has a beautifully remodeled private bath with double vanities and a glassed in titled shower. Ascend to the second level with balcony, second level deck, 3 additional bedrooms and full bath. Even the lower level offers spacious living space, a walkout to the rear patio with hot tub and gently sloping yard to the water frontage, a 5th bedroom or office/library and bathroom. The detached 2-story shop/studio is perfect for so many different needs. This home is a must see to appreciate and awaits the next lucky owners. Additional home warranty included.
  1. Listed by Linda Gardiner • Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group • lindagardiner@masiello.com

Property Details for 490 Valley Avenue

Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Features
River, Stream
ArchitecturalStyle
Contemporary
Garage Spaces
2.00
Garage
Yes
Zoning
Low Des Res
View
Scenic

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 05/13/2024 10:30 AM

Property Details for 490 Valley Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #1587410
Days on Market20
Taxes$9,420 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1978
Lot Size1.70 AC / 74,052 SF
CountyPenobscot County

Location

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Building Information for 490 Valley Avenue

Stories-Year Built1978Building Size-Lot Size1.70 AC / 74,052 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,255 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,470

Property Taxes

$785

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 490 Valley Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Kenduskeag Stream
  • Zip Code: 3370
  • Directions: From 14th St in Bangor, bear right onto Valley - .08 mile on left. - Valley runs between 14th and Kenduskeag Ave.
  • Town: Bangor
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 04401
  • County: Penobscot
  • Geo Latitude: 44.819691
  • Geo Longitude: -68.795274
  • Tax Lot: 10
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Site:Rolling/Sloping: Yes
  • Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
  • Site:Wooded: Yes
  • Location:Intown: Yes
  • Location:Near Shopping: Yes
  • Location:Neighborhood: Yes
  • Transportation:Major Road Access: Yes
  • Transportation:Public Transport Access: Yes
  • Water Info:Waterfront Amount +: 270.00
  • Water Info:Water Frontage Owned: 270.00
  • Water Info:Water Frontage Shared: .00
  • Source of Water Frontage:Public Records: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Deeded: Yes
  • Recreational Water:River/Brook/Stream: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Paved, Garage Door Opener, Detached, Inside Entrance, Storage
  • Attached Garage: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 12118
  • Tax Map Number: R34
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Parcel Number: BANG-000034R-000000-000010
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,420.00
  • Restrictions:No Restrictions: Yes
School Information
  • School District: Bangor Public Schools
Property
Green Features
  • Green Features:Whole House Fan: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Double Pane Windows: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Low E Windows: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Storm Doors: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Storm Windows: Yes
Heating and Cooling
  • Water Heater:Electric: Yes
Lot Information
  • SqFt Finished Below Grade: 600.0
  • SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2543.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.7
  • Source of Acreage: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 3143.0
  • Lot Size Area: 1.7
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 74052.0
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Street Number: 490
  • 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:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
  • Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
  • Property Information:2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
  • Property Information:# Rooms: 10.00
  • Property Information:Total Half Baths: 1.00
  • Property Information:Color: Gray
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: 1.00
  • Property Information:Source of Road Frontage: Public Records
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: 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: Prev Disclosure- Appraisal
  • 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
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: Other
  • Year Built: 1978
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Private
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Gas:Bottled: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
  • # Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:1 Car: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:2 Car: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Auto Door Opener: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Detached: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Direct Entry to Living: Yes
  • Roof: Membrane, Shingle
  • Vehicle Storage:Storage Above: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
Interior Features
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access, Finished, Full, Interior Entry
  • Interior Features: Walk-in Closets, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Attic, Bathtub, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Stove, Forced Air
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Room Total: 10
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 4
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 3.10
  • Cooling YN: No
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Granite: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 20.0
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Second
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Level: Second
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Level: Second
Room 5
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: First
Room 6
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Level: First
Room 7
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: First
Room 8
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: First
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 10
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: First

Property History for 490 Valley Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 490 Valley Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$49,900Additions$442,000Total$491,900
Tax Record2023$9,420 ($785 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,415 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,415 SqFtStories2Lot Size74,052 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1978ZoningLDRCountyPENOBSCOTAPNBANG M:R34 L:010Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 490 Valley Avenue

This home is within Bangor Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 3
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Fruit Street School
PublicPK to 3

Mary Snow School
Public4 to 5

William S. Cohen School
Public6 to 8

Bangor High School
Public9 to 12

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490 Valley Avenue is a single family home for sale in Bangor, ME 04401. This property was listed for sale on April 24, 2024 by Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group, it's currently listed at $819,000. It has been on the market for a total of 20 days and was last sold on May 3, 2010. This listing's school district is Bangor Public Schools. Nearby schools include Fruit Street School, Mary Snow School and William S. Cohen School. 490 Valley Avenue is a 5-bed, 3.5-bath, 3,143 sqft single family home built in 1978.

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