8 Sylvan Rd

1,162 Sq. Ft.
$214 / Sq. Ft.
1,162
Sq. Ft.
$214
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This beautifully maintained and freshly painted single-family ranch offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and versatility. Nestled on a quiet dead-end street, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath gem is ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking for low-maintenance living with room to grow. Step inside to a warm, inviting interior featuring fresh professional paint throughout, ready for you to move right in. The main living area is cozy yet spacious, offering great natural light and...This beautifully maintained and freshly painted single-family ranch offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and versatility. Nestled on a quiet dead-end street, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath gem is ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking for low-maintenance living with room to grow. Step inside to a warm, inviting interior featuring fresh professional paint throughout, ready for you to move right in. The main living area is cozy yet spacious, offering great natural light and easy flow between the living room and kitchen. The recently refinished original hardwood floors run throughout the living room, hallway and bedrooms, elevating the homes aesthetic and adding to its mid-century charm. The updated furnace, oil tank, and brand-new roof give you peace of mind for years to come. Need extra space? The partially finished basement offers endless potential for a den, office, gym, or additional storage—tailor it to your lifestyle! Outside, enjoy a sizable, professionally landscaped, .37-acre lot with ample room for gardening, pets, or backyard gatherings. An attached 1-car garage and shed provide convenience and storage, while the peaceful, tucked-away location still keeps you close to downtown Orono, the University of Maine, local parks, and I-95. Whether you're looking to settle down, simplify, or expand your rental investment portfolio, this home checks all the boxes—don't miss your chance to make it yours!
  1. Listed by Lisa Richards • EXP Realty

Property Details for 8 Sylvan Road

Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyle
Ranch
Garage Spaces
1.00
Garage
Yes
Zoning
Residential
View
Trees/Woods
LISTING UPDATED: 10/13/2025 07:08 AM

Property Details for 8 Sylvan Road

StatusPending
MLS #1618876
Days on Market156
Taxes$3,322 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.37 AC / 16,117 SF
CountyPenobscot County

Location

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Building Information for 8 Sylvan Road

Stories-Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.37 AC / 16,117 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,490 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,214

Property Taxes

$277

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8 Sylvan Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Zip Code: 3606
  • Directions: From Bangor: Follow I-95 N to Orono. Take exit 193 from I-95 N 8 min (8.5 mi) Continue on Stillwater Ave. Drive to Sylvan Rd 50 sec (0.1 mi) Arrive at: 8 Sylvan Rd, Orono, ME 04473
  • Town: Orono
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 04473
  • County: Penobscot
  • Geo Latitude: 44.90408
  • Geo Longitude: -68.690363
  • Tax Lot: 32
  • Site:Cul-De-Sac: Yes
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Site:Wooded: Yes
  • Location:Interior Lot: Yes
  • Location:Intown: Yes
  • Location:Near Country Club: Yes
  • Location:Near Golf Course: Yes
  • Location:Near Shopping: Yes
  • Location:Near Town: Yes
  • Location:Near Turnpike/Interstate: Yes
  • Location:Neighborhood: Yes
  • Transportation:Major Road Access: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Off Street
  • Attached Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 16376
  • Tax Map Number: 11
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Parcel Number: ORON-011000-000000-000032
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,322.00
Property
Green Features
  • Energy Efficiency:Ceiling Fans: Yes
Heating and Cooling
  • Water Heater:Electric: Yes
Lot Information
  • SqFt Finished Below Grade: 394.0
  • SqFt Finished Above Grade: 768.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.37
  • Source of Acreage: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1162.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.37
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 16117.2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Street Number: 8
  • Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
  • Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim
  • 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: 5.00
  • Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: 1.00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: .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
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: 1955
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Gas:No Gas: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • # Fireplaces: 0
  • Fireplace: No
  • Vehicle Storage:1 Car: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
Interior Features
  • Basement: Interior, Finished, Full
  • Flooring: Wood, Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, One-Floor Living, Shower, Storage
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Room Total: 5
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 1
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.00
  • Cooling YN: No
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Formica: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: First
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: First
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: First
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: First

Property History for 8 Sylvan Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 20, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1918121630

$240,000
Oct 13, 2025

Pending

Maine Listings #1618876

Sep 15, 2025

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1618876

Aug 14, 2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1618876

$249,000
Jul 27, 2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1618876

$259,900
Jun 12, 2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1618876

$269,900
Apr 24, 2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1618876

$279,900
Apr 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1618876

$289,000
Sep 3, 2021

Sold

Maine Listings #1501089

$181,000
Jul 21, 2021

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1501089

Jul 16, 2021

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1501089

$159,900
Nov 1, 2015

Expired

Maine Listings #1159860

$129,900
Nov 9, 2014

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1159860

$132,900
Nov 30, 2012

Sold

Maine Listings #1051328

$122,000
Oct 23, 2012

Pending

Maine Listings #1051328

Oct 19, 2012

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1051328

May 2, 2012

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1051328

$132,900
Sep 9, 1999

Sold

Maine Listings #280757

$75,000
Aug 25, 1999

Pending

Maine Listings #280757

Aug 1, 1999

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #280757

Jun 25, 1999

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #280757

$79,500
Aug 14, 1998

Sold

Maine Listings #231467

$65,000
Jul 22, 1998

Pending

Maine Listings #231467

Jul 15, 1998

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #231467

Jan 25, 1998

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #231467

$69,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/20/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1918121630

$240,000
10/13/2025

Pending

Maine Listings #1618876

09/15/2025

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1618876

08/14/2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1618876

$249,000
07/27/2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1618876

$259,900
06/12/2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1618876

$269,900
04/24/2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1618876

$279,900
04/11/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1618876

$289,000
09/03/2021

Sold

Maine Listings #1501089

$181,000
07/21/2021

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1501089

07/16/2021

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1501089

$159,900
11/01/2015

Expired

Maine Listings #1159860

$129,900
11/09/2014

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1159860

$132,900
11/30/2012

Sold

Maine Listings #1051328

$122,000
10/23/2012

Pending

Maine Listings #1051328

10/19/2012

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1051328

05/02/2012

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1051328

$132,900
09/09/1999

Sold

Maine Listings #280757

$75,000
08/25/1999

Pending

Maine Listings #280757

08/01/1999

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #280757

06/25/1999

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #280757

$79,500
08/14/1998

Sold

Maine Listings #231467

$65,000
07/22/1998

Pending

Maine Listings #231467

07/15/1998

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #231467

01/25/1998

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #231467

$69,900

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

Public Records for 8 Sylvan Road

Taxable ValueLand$35,000Additions$120,600Total$155,600
Tax Record2024$3,322 ($277 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt832 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt832 SqFtStories1Lot Size15,682 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955CountyPENOBSCOTAPNORON M:011-000 L:032

Schools near 8 Sylvan Road

This home is within Regional School Unit 26.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Asa C Adams School
PublicPK to 5

Orono Middle School
Public6 to 8

Orono High School
Public9 to 12

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