178 River Rd Benton, ME 04901
Benton AreaEstimated payment $1,228/month
Highlights
- Scenic Views
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 2.4 Acre Lot
- Wood Burning Stove
- No HOA
About This Home
Conveniently located on 2.4 private acres in Benton, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a quiet setting while remaining close to town, local amenities, Benton Elementary School, and area parks. The exterior features vinyl siding and a durable metal roof, along with an oversized 2-bay garage with matching siding and metal roofing, providing plenty of space for vehicles, storage, or hobbies. Inside, the home is dated and will require updating, offering an opportunity to build sweat equity and make the property your own. The full, dry basement provides additional storage space and potential for future use. A property with good potential, privacy, and a convenient Benton location.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,031
Year Built
- Built in 1918
Lot Details
- 2.4 Acre Lot
- Property fronts a freeway
- Rural Setting
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Property is zoned Rural
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Property Views
- Scenic Vista
- Woods
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- New Englander Architecture
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Poured Concrete
- Wood Frame Construction
- Metal Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,430 Sq Ft Home
- Wood Burning Stove
- Double Pane Windows
- Gas Range
Flooring
- Carpet
- Linoleum
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Heating System Uses Wood
- Private Water Source
- Well
- Septic Tank
- Private Sewer
Additional Features
- Porch
- Pasture
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 5
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,995 | $142,520 | $38,330 | $104,190 |
| 2024 | $2,067 | $142,520 | $38,330 | $104,190 |
| 2023 | $1,839 | $142,520 | $38,330 | $104,190 |
| 2022 | $1,853 | $142,520 | $38,330 | $104,190 |
| 2021 | $1,429 | $80,260 | $26,120 | $54,140 |
| 2020 | $1,260 | $80,260 | $26,120 | $54,140 |
| 2019 | $1,212 | $80,260 | $26,120 | $54,140 |
| 2018 | $1,172 | $80,260 | $26,120 | $54,140 |
| 2017 | $1,156 | $80,260 | $26,120 | $54,140 |
| 2016 | $1,100 | $80,260 | $26,120 | $54,140 |
| 2015 | $1,084 | $80,260 | $26,120 | $54,140 |
| 2014 | $1,092 | $80,260 | $26,120 | $54,140 |
| 2013 | $1,051 | $80,260 | $26,120 | $54,140 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2026 08/13/26 | For Sale | $193,000 | -- | $135 / Sq Ft |
Source: Maine Listings
MLS Number: 1676034
APN: BNTN-000017-000000-000005
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