$99,000
$36K PRICE DROP

165 State St van Buren, ME 04785

Estimated payment $652/month

Total Views 49,889
1 Bed
1 Bath
864 Sq Ft
$115 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Nearby Water Access
  • No HOA
  • Cooling Available
  • Ranch Style House
  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Living Room

About This Home

Discover the charm of this home in Van Buren, situated on a generous 1.75 acres. This property features a comfortable 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom layout with a 'open-floor concept' and lovely propane fireplace in the living room (highlighting an accent ceiling over a cozy bar area with a build-in wine rack!). The heated attached garage provides ample storage and easy access, while a large shed offers additional space for tools or recreational vehicles. With Van Buren's recent efforts toward growth and development, and their unusually low electricity rates, this home presents an excellent opportunity for rental potential or as an investment in a vibrant community- located within walking distance of all downtown amenities! Don't miss your chance to create your perfect retreat!

Listing Agent

Lydia Kieffer-Till

Kieffer Real Estate Listed on: 04/22/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,263

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 1.75 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Property is zoned Residential 1

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 864 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room
  • Laminate Flooring

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Nearby Water Access
  • River Nearby
  • Outbuilding

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Internet Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Community Storage Space

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 10&44
  • Assessor Parcel Number 12A-10&44

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,263

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.75
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Directions: Located about 20 miles from Caribou, the home will be on the right coming into Van Buren! GPS-able :)
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 864.0
  • Architectural Style: Other, Ranch
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Location Information:Leased Land: No
  • Location Information:HERS Certified: Unknown
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Lot Size Acres -: 1.75
  • Property Information:Total Baths: 1.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Above Grade: 864.0
  • Property Information:Garage: Yes
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Water Info:Water Frontage2: No
  • Water Info:Water View2: No
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Oil: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Propane: Yes
  • Parking:Off Street: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Water:Public3: Yes
  • Driveway:Paved2: Yes
  • Amenities:Storage: Yes
  • Property Information:Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Exterior:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Heat System:Heat Pump: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Electric: Yes
  • Cooling:Heat Pump3: Yes
  • Water Heater:Electric2: Yes
  • Amenities:One-Floor Living: Yes
  • Amenities:Shower: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Poured Concrete: Yes
  • Roof:Metal: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Direct Entry to Living: Yes
  • Living Room:Living Room: Yes
  • Floors:Laminate: Yes
  • Style:Ranch: Yes
  • Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
  • Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
  • Recreational Water:RiverBrookStream: Yes
  • Basement:Slab2: Yes
  • Equipment:Internet Access Available: Yes
  • Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
  • Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
  • Heat System:Radiator: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Heated: 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
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
  • Has Basement: None, Not Applicable
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, One-Floor Living, Shower, Storage
  • Kitchen Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Primary Bedroom Primary Bedroom Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Open, Level, Near Shopping, Near Town
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Heated, 11 - 20 Spaces, Paved, Inside Entrance, Off Street

Utilities

  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Radiator, Other, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 76230.0
  • Parcel #: 12A-10&44
  • Zoning: Residential 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1263.0
  • Tax Book Number: 2303
  • Tax Lot: 10&44
  • Tax Map Number: 12A
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Source: Public Records

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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 $1,263 $61,600 $11,300 $50,300
2023 $1,263 $61,600 $11,300 $50,300
2022 $1,278 $61,600 $11,300 $50,300
2021 $1,278 $61,600 $11,300 $50,300
2020 $1,237 $55,600 $5,300 $50,300
2019 $672 $24,200 $2,600 $21,600
2018 $672 $24,200 $2,600 $21,600
2017 $730 $25,600 $4,000 $21,600
2016 $685 $25,600 $4,000 $21,600
2015 $678 $25,600 $4,000 $21,600
2014 $621 $25,600 $4,000 $21,600
2013 $646 $25,600 $4,000 $21,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/23/2025 07/23/25 Price Changed $99,000 -16.0% $115 / Sq Ft
07/09/2025 07/09/25 Price Changed $117,900 -9.2% $136 / Sq Ft
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Price Changed $129,900 -3.7% $150 / Sq Ft
04/22/2025 04/22/25 For Sale $134,900 +17.3% $156 / Sq Ft
11/14/2023 11/14/23 Sold $115,000 -11.5% $133 / Sq Ft
09/13/2023 09/13/23 For Sale $130,000 -- $150 / Sq Ft
09/08/2023 09/08/23 Pending -- -- --
Source: Maine Listings

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $115,000 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $70,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $58,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $50,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Lydia Kieffer-Till

Kieffer Real Estate

(833) 972-3166

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Aside from working as a Realtor, I teach business courses at the local university and manage a couple of rental properties. In my spare time, I love

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Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1619849

Maine Listings

APN: VANB-000012A-000000-000010