NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1 Cantara Ave Saco, ME 04072

Central Saco Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $330,000 - $409,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,080 Sq Ft
$351/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 25, 2020

Last sale price $244,000 $226 Per Sq Ft

Est. 55% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,387/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Nearby Water Access
  • Public Beach
  • Deck
  • Saco Middle School Rated A-
  • Country Club
  • Property is near public transit

About This Home

As of June 2020

Desirable location off Rt 5 provides easy access to shopping, public services, Amtrak, and turnpike. Short drive to ocean and beaches, historical sites, world-class restaurants, shops, and other area attractions. This cute 3BR/1BA ranch has been lovingly maintained and is move-in ready. Large deck and semi-private back yard provides great entertaining space or relax to the sounds of nature. 1 car attached garage was used as additional living space. Property is ready and waiting its new owner. Small lot is very easy to maintain. Location would also make it a prime rental property! Easy financing options make this a great buy.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Scott Richard

Krainin Real Estate Listed on: 05/08/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Tim Madden

Assist-2-Sell Home Team Advantage

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,798

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Public Beach
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Property is zoned R-3

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,080 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Formica Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Nearby Water Access
  • Deck
  • Outbuilding

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near a golf course
  • City Lot

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Kerosene
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Natural Gas Not Available
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 115
  • Assessor Parcel Number SACO-000052-000115

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Country Club

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,798

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Directions: Rt. 1 to Rt. 112 North St. Left on Spring St., right on Bradley St. (Route 5) then right on Cantara Avenue. First house on right after house on corner. #1 on garage. No agency sign
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1080.0
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Location Information:Leased Land: No
  • Location Information:HERS Certified: No
  • Property Information:Lot Size Acres -: 0.14
  • Property Information:Total Baths: 1.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1080.0
  • Property Information:Garage: Yes
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Location:Near Golf Course: Yes
  • Water Info:Water Frontage2: No
  • Water Info:Water View2: No
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Cooling:None3: Yes
  • Floors:Carpet: Yes
  • Floors:Vinyl: Yes
  • Parking:Off Street: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Water:Public3: Yes
  • Driveway:Paved2: Yes
  • Property Information:Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Foundation Materials:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Electric: Yes
  • Water Heater:Electric2: Yes
  • Amenities:_one_st Floor Bedroom: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:_one_ Car: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Auto Door Opener: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Direct Entry to Living: Yes
  • Living Room:Living Room: Yes
  • Gas:No Gas: Yes
  • Style:Ranch: Yes
  • Location:Near Public Beach: Yes
  • Amenities:Bathtub: Yes
  • Amenities:Laundry - 1st Floor: Yes
  • Parking:Paved3: Yes
  • Amenities:Attic: Yes
  • Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
  • Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
  • Basement:Slab2: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:K-1Kerosene: Yes
  • Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
  • Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
  • Property Information:_two_ Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
  • Kitchen Countertop:Formica: Yes
  • Equipment:Cable: Yes
  • Location:Near Country Club: Yes
  • Heat System:Direct Vent Heater: Yes
  • Location:Near Railroad: Yes
  • Other Structures:Out Building: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Has Basement: None, Not Applicable
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
  • Bedroom 3 Level: First
  • Kitchen Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level, Open Lot, Intown, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Near Railroad
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Patio And Porch Features:Deck: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Off Street

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Direct Vent Heater
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6098.4
  • Parcel #: SACO-000052-000115
  • Zoning: R-3

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2798.0
  • Tax Book Number: 2396
  • Tax Lot: 115
  • Tax Map Number: 052
  • Tax Year: 2018

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 8, 2020
Closed on
Jun 25, 2020
Sold by
Martel Joan M Est
Bought by
Murphy Allison L
Seller's Agent
Scott Richard
Krainin Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Tim Madden
Assist-2-Sell Home Team Advantage
List Price
$237,500
Sold Price
$244,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,500
2.74%
Total Days on Market
2
Current Estimated Value
$378,815

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$134,815
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.10%
Original Mortgage
$195,200
Outstanding Balance
$176,802
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$200,613
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Murphy Allison L -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Murphy Allison L $195,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/25/2020 06/25/20 Sold $244,000 +2.7% $226 / Sq Ft
05/11/2020 05/11/20 Pending -- -- --
05/08/2020 05/08/20 For Sale $237,500 -- $220 / Sq Ft
Source: Maine Listings

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $3,409 $242,600 $84,600 $158,000
2023 $3,578 $242,600 $84,600 $158,000
2022 $3,208 $175,000 $64,500 $110,500
2021 $3,094 $163,900 $58,200 $105,700
2020 $2,913 $148,100 $50,700 $97,400
2019 $2,870 $148,100 $50,700 $97,400
2018 $2,210 $144,400 $47,000 $97,400
2017 $2,271 $143,200 $47,000 $96,200
2016 $2,618 $134,800 $43,700 $91,100
2015 $2,570 $133,700 $43,700 $90,000
2014 $2,489 $133,700 $43,700 $90,000
2013 $2,484 $133,700 $43,700 $90,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Scott Richard

    Krainin Real Estate

    (207) 576-6349

    36 Total Sales

    Scott Richard
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  • Tim Madden

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Tim Madden

    Assist-2-Sell Home Team Advantage

    (207) 653-0722

    15 in this area

    95 Total Sales

    Tim Madden
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Map

Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1451696

Maine Listings

APN: SACO-000052-000115

Maine York County Saco 04072 Central Saco

1 Cantara Ave, Saco, ME

This home is located at 1 Cantara Ave, Saco, ME 04072 since 08 May 2020 and is currently estimated at $378,815, approximately $350 per square foot. This property was built in 1974. 1 Cantara Ave is a home located in York County with nearby schools including C K Burns School, Saco Middle School, and Saint James School.

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