171 River Rd Benton, ME 04901
Estimated payment $1,601/month
Highlights
- Nearby Water Access
- Deck
- Bathtub
- Cape Cod Architecture
- No HOA
- Living Room
About This Home
This charming Benton home offers the perfect blend of country living and modern convenience, set in a peaceful location just minutes from in-town Fairfield. The main floor features a primary bedroom with a full bath and laundry, a spacious kitchen, and a bright, welcoming living room. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms that are ideal for guests or a home office. Outside, enjoy weekends filled with fun days in this amazing backyard, complete with a spacious deck, patio, tree swing, treehouse, and an above-ground pool—perfect for summer gatherings and memorable backyard barbecues. A fenced-in yard provides plenty of space for guests to relax and a safe haven for your furry friends to play. Close to boating, parks, schools, the community center, and shopping, this home combines rural tranquility with easy access to everyday amenities.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,053
Year Built
- Built in 1964
Lot Details
- 0.8 Acre Lot
- Rural Setting
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Property is zoned Residential/Rural
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Gravel Driveway
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Clap Board Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Clapboard
Interior Spaces
- 1,170 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Shower Only
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- Nearby Water Access
- River Nearby
- Deck
- Outbuilding
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- Natural Gas Not Available
- Private Water Source
- Private Sewer
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 009
- Assessor Parcel Number BNTN-000017-000000-000009
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $2,053 | $141,560 | $29,520 | $112,040 |
| 2023 | $1,826 | $141,560 | $29,520 | $112,040 |
| 2022 | $1,840 | $141,560 | $29,520 | $112,040 |
| 2021 | $2,029 | $113,980 | $22,360 | $91,620 |
| 2020 | $1,789 | $113,980 | $22,360 | $91,620 |
| 2019 | $1,335 | $88,410 | $22,360 | $66,050 |
| 2018 | $1,291 | $88,410 | $22,360 | $66,050 |
| 2017 | $1,273 | $88,410 | $22,360 | $66,050 |
| 2016 | $1,211 | $88,410 | $22,360 | $66,050 |
| 2015 | $1,194 | $88,410 | $22,360 | $66,050 |
| 2014 | $1,202 | $88,410 | $22,360 | $66,050 |
| 2013 | $1,158 | $88,410 | $22,360 | $66,050 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2025 10/01/25 | For Sale | $269,800 | +95.5% | $231 / Sq Ft |
| 11/26/2018 11/26/18 | Sold | $138,000 | -7.1% | $110 / Sq Ft |
| 10/19/2018 10/19/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/01/2018 10/01/18 | For Sale | $148,500 | +180.2% | $119 / Sq Ft |
| 03/12/2018 03/12/18 | Sold | $53,000 | -11.5% | $42 / Sq Ft |
| 02/16/2018 02/16/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/14/2017 12/14/17 | For Sale | $59,900 | -- | $48 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $53,000 | -- | |
| Foreclosure Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $104,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $5,454 | Unknown |
Source: Maine Listings
MLS Number: 1639435
APN: BNTN-000017-000000-000009
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