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498 River Road, Dresden, ME 04342
$340,000
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Property Description
Situated on 4 scenic acres overlooking the Eastern River, this historic toll house for the Lower Bridge has been well maintained and updated by its recent owners. Single-story living is possible on both floors. Hot water boiler, heat pumps, Anderson windows, good insulation, and a whole house generator keep this home cozy in all seasons. Street level upstairs offers 1 bedroom with en-suite bath, kitchen, dining room with vaulted ceilings, living room, and a beautiful sun room/office looking out over woods, water, and wetlands. Up a small staircase there are two loft rooms that could be used in myriad ways. The downstairs walk-out offers 2 more bedrooms, bathroom, laundry room, and a large common area which formerly contained a galley kitchen. 2-car garage with useful space and a crow's nest above offers added possibilities. Fenced yard and a peaceful rear deck overlooking wetlands and the Eastern River give you plenty of opportunity to relax, entertain, and enjoy the peaceful historic community of Dresden. 12 minutes to Wiscasset, less than 20 minutes to downtown Bath, 25 minutes to downtown Brunswick, 27 minutes to Augusta, and less than an hour to Maine's best beaches, Portland, and Rockland, this home is well-situated to give you access to the best of the southern Mid-coast, while keeping the business and commerce centers of Maine within reach. This unique home offers a quiet retreat with backyard access to the Kennebec watershed, via 214 feet of frontage on the Eastern river. Year round views of the Eastern and Kennebec Rivers as well as Swan Island. This historic structure maintains the character and craftsmanship of Maine's early years, with modern systems and efficiency. 498 River Road is ready to be crafted to the next generation's needs, and will be a wonderful sanctuary for its next loving owners.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 498 River Rd
General
- Sold For: $340,000
- Taxes: $3,245 (2022)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: 1578298
- Added to Site: 192 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, One-Floor Living, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Glass Enclosed
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On-Site Parking, Garage Door Opener, Detached, Off Street, Storage
Location
- County: Lincoln
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Hot Water, Heat Pump, Baseboard
Utilities
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available, Septic System Exists
- Water: Private, Well
- Well: Yes
- Utility Description: Utilities On
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cottage, Other Style
- Construction: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Flat, Membrane, Metal, Shingle
- Building Size: 2074
- Square Feet: 2,074
- Sq. Ft. Source: Seller
- Living Area: 2,074 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 2,074 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,330 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 744 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1798
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 4
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 174,240
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Zoning: Shoreland
- Lot Description: Level, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Wooded, Near Public Beach, Near Town, Rural
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: River
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,245
- Tax Year: 2022
Disclosures and Reports
- Buyer’s Brokerage Compensation: 2.4%
- Documents Avail.: Property Disclosure Public Access, Deed Public Access
- Exclusions: Mechanical Chairlift
- Lot Number: 11
Listed by Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group (207) 782-8311
Sold by Dan Anderson Real Estate, Inc. (207) 878-3206
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Schools
Schools serving 498 River Rd
School District:Rsu 02
Rating | Name | Grades | Distance |
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28 High St, Richmond, ME 04357 | PK-5 | 2.7 mi | |
Dresden Elementary School
86 Cedar Grove Rd, Dresden, ME 04342 | PK-5 | 5.2 mi | |
Hall-Dale Elementary School
26 Garden Ln, Hallowell, ME 04347 | PK-5 | 16.5 mi | |
Richmond High School
132 Main St, Richmond, ME 04357 | 6-12 | 3 mi | |
132 Main St, Richmond, ME 04357 | 6-12 | 3 mi | |
Hall-Dale High School
111 Maple St, Farmingdale, ME 04344 | 6-12 | 14.7 mi | |
Monmouth Academy
96 Academy Rd, Monmouth, ME 04259 | 9-12 | 18.9 mi | |
117 Academy Rd, Monmouth, ME 04259 | PK-8 | 19 mi | |
Henry L Cottrell School
169 Academy Rd, Monmouth, ME 04259 | PK-3 | 19.2 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 498 River Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/22/2024
Sold
$340,000
-10.29%
MLS
12/16/2023
Price Reduced
$379,000
-9.55%
MLS
11/30/2023
Listed
$419,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
498 River Road, Dresden, ME 04342 (MLS# 1578298) is a Single Family property that was sold at $340,000 on April 22, 2024. Want to learn more about 498 River Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Dresden? You can browse all Dresden real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.