$565,000
SOLD JUN 12, 2025

20 Birch Ln Wales, ME 04280

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,925 Sq Ft
2.03 Acres

Recently Sold

$193 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Nearby Water Access
  • Finished Room Over Garage
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Public Beach
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Deck

About This Home

As of June 2025

Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom Cape nestled in a quiet neighborhood on a private, dead-end road. The 2-story living room flows seamlessly into a spacious open concept kitchen with modern appliances, ample cabinets, informal dining with sliders onto the new deck. Also a lovely formal diningroom just off the kitchen is perfect for holiday entertaining of family and friends. Above the garage is a large, 24x24 bonus room with dedicated heat/ac, and the basement includes 800+ square feet that is awaiting your final finishing touches. Large windows fill the home with natural light, while hardwood floors add warmth and character throughout.

The second floor suite offers a peaceful retreat with an en-suite dressing room and generous closet space. Next to a large bath with jetted tub. Two additional bedrooms are perfect for children, guests, or a home office. Outside, enjoy a private backyard with a raised deck off the kitchen—ideal for entertaining or relaxing evenings; with well maintained informal landscaping containing mature perennials, shrubs and trees.

With a two-car garage, energy-efficient systems, and proximity to Sabattus Lake, schools, and shopping, this home offers comfort, convenience, and charm in equal measure.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeannette Beaulieu

NextHome Premier Realty Listed on: 05/01/2025

NextHome Premier Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Dawn Ham

EXP Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,930

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 2.03 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Dirt Road
  • Public Beach
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Rural Setting
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Finished Room Over Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,925 Sq Ft Home
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Mud Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Views of Woods

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Formica Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bedroom Suite
  • Bathtub
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Accessible Home Design

  • Doors are 32 inches wide or more

Outdoor Features

  • Nearby Water Access
  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heat Pump System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Generator Hookup
  • Private Water Source
  • Well
  • Septic System
  • Septic Design Available
  • Private Sewer
  • Internet Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 004 / 045
  • Assessor Parcel Number WALS-000003-000000-000045-000004R

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,930

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.03
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Dirt
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Directions: GPS
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2925.0
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Location Information:Leased Land: No
  • Location Information:HERS Certified: No
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Lot Size Acres -: 2.03
  • Property Information:Total Baths: 3.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2925.0
  • Property Information:Garage: Yes
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
  • Water Info:Water Frontage2: No
  • Water Info:Water View2: No
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Heat System:Baseboard: Yes
  • Heat System:Hot Water: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Oil: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Propane: Yes
  • Floors:Tile2: Yes
  • Floors:Wood3: Yes
  • Style:Cape: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Driveway:Paved2: Yes
  • Basement Entry:Interior: Yes
  • Property Information:Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Roads:Private: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Slab: Yes
  • Exterior:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Heat System:Heat Pump: Yes
  • Cooling:Heat Pump3: Yes
  • Amenities:Shower: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Auto Door Opener: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Poured Concrete: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Direct Entry to Living: Yes
  • Dining Room:Dining Room: Yes
  • Kitchen Amenities:Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
  • Kitchen Amenities:Island: Yes
  • Living Room:Living Room: Yes
  • Room Features:Eat-in Kitchen2: Yes
  • Room Features:Island2: Yes
  • Room Features:Suite17: Yes
  • Roof:Composition2: Yes
  • Mud Room:Mud Room: Yes
  • Parking:On Site2: Yes
  • Location:Near Public Beach: Yes
  • Amenities:Bathtub: Yes
  • Bonus Room:Bonus Room: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Cooktop: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Wall Oven: Yes
  • Sewer:Private Sewer: Yes
  • Amenities:Laundry - 1st Floor: Yes
  • Roof:Pitched: Yes
  • Parking:Paved3: Yes
  • Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
  • Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
  • Location:Rural: Yes
  • Roads:Dead End: Yes
  • Water:Private2: Yes
  • Dining Room Amenities:Dining Area: Yes
  • Room Features:Dining Area2: Yes
  • View:TreesWoods: Yes
  • Equipment:Internet Access Available: Yes
  • Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Yes
  • Sewer:Septic Existing on Site: Yes
  • Water:Well Existing on Site: Yes
  • Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
  • Kitchen Countertop:Formica: Yes
  • Sewer:Septic Design Available: Yes
  • Room Features:Cathedral Ceiling29: Yes
  • Electric:Generator Hookup: Yes
  • Room Features:Vaulted Ceiling29: Yes
  • Cooling:AC Units: Yes
  • Living Room Amenities:Gas Fireplace5: Yes
  • Room Features:Gas Fireplace29: Yes
  • Dining Room Amenities:Formal: Yes
  • Living Room Amenities:Vaulted Ceiling14: Yes
  • Room Features:Above Garage28: Yes
  • Bonus Room Amenities:Above Garage6: Yes
  • Bedroom 1 Amenities:Suite: Yes
  • Dining Room Amenities:Tray Ceiling8: Yes
  • Room Features:Tray Ceiling29: Yes
  • Bonus Room Amenities:Cathedral Ceiling13: Yes
  • Other Structures:Shed: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Information # Fireplaces: 1
  • Property Information 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
  • Accessibilitiy Amenities 32 - 36 Inch Doors: Yes
  • Roads:Dirt: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Washer, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Cooktop
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
  • Accessibility Features: 32 - 36 Inch Doors
  • Has Basement: Interior, Bulkhead, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Bathtub, Pantry, Shower
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Full Basement: Yes
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Level: First
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Kitchen Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Bedroom 1:Bedroom 1 Level: Second

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Rural
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Deck: Yes
  • Window Features:Double Pane Windows: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Inside Entrance

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s), Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Hot Water, Heat Pump, Baseboard
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Generator Hookup, Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Water Source: Well, Private

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 88426.8
  • Parcel #: WALS-000003-000000-000045-000004R
  • Zoning: Res

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5930.0
  • Tax Block: 045
  • Tax Book Number: 10197
  • Tax Lot: 004
  • Tax Map Number: R03
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2025
Closed on
Jun 12, 2025
Sold by
Bodmer Mark E and Savage Sarah
Bought by
Daniels Scott J and Daniels Brianna B
Seller's Agent
Jeannette Beaulieu
NextHome Premier Realty
Buyer's Agent
Dawn Ham
EXP Realty
List Price
$550,000
Sold Price
$565,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
2.73%
Views
10

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.09%
Original Mortgage
$529,150
Outstanding Balance
$528,238
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$36,863

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 8, 2019
Closed on
Aug 3, 2019
Sold by
Stjohn Stacia and Stjohn Jason T
Bought by
Bodmer Sarah T and Bodmer Mark E
Seller's Agent
Gina Letourneau
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
Buyer's Agent
Jeannette Beaulieu
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
List Price
$329,900
Sold Price
$329,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.72%
Original Mortgage
$227,400
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 13, 2015
Closed on
Nov 18, 2015
Sold by
Methvin Mary A and Methvin Michael B
Bought by
Stjohn Stacia K and Stjohn Jason T
Seller's Agent
Bill Bergeron
Fontaine Family-The Real Estate Leader
Buyer's Agent
Georgia Breyer
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$289,900
Sold Price
$274,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,400
-5.31%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.97%
Original Mortgage
$266,265
Interest Rate
3.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $565,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $565,000 None Available
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $529,150 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $529,150 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $283,200 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $60,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $227,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $266,265 New Conventional
Previous Owner $215,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $240,380 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/12/2025 06/12/25 Sold $565,000 +2.7% $193 / Sq Ft
05/05/2025 05/05/25 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2025 05/01/25 For Sale $550,000 +66.7% $188 / Sq Ft
08/26/2019 08/26/19 Sold $329,900 0.0% $100 / Sq Ft
07/18/2019 07/18/19 Pending -- -- --
07/08/2019 07/08/19 For Sale $329,900 +20.2% $100 / Sq Ft
11/12/2015 11/12/15 Sold $274,500 -5.3% $77 / Sq Ft
09/27/2015 09/27/15 Pending -- -- --
05/13/2015 05/13/15 For Sale $289,900 -- $81 / 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 $5,930 $524,776 $76,105 $448,671
2023 $5,809 $305,761 $55,060 $250,701
2022 $5,336 $305,761 $55,060 $250,701
2021 $5,030 $305,761 $55,060 $250,701
2020 $5,397 $305,761 $55,060 $250,701
2019 $4,862 $305,761 $55,060 $250,701
2018 $4,862 $305,761 $55,060 $250,701
2017 $4,541 $305,761 $55,060 $250,701
2016 $4,969 $305,761 $55,060 $250,701
2015 $5,045 $305,761 $55,060 $250,701
2014 $5,106 $305,761 $55,060 $250,701
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1620907

Maine Listings

APN: WALS-000003-000000-000045-000004R