$270,000
SOLD JUL 25, 2025

227 Forest Ave Orono, ME 04473

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,236 Sq Ft
1.45 Acres

Recently Sold

$218 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Country Club
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Property is near golf course and public transit
  • Orono Middle School Rated A-
  • 1.45 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of July 2025

Discover the perfect blend of comfort, space, and convenience in this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath ranch nestled on a generous 1.45-acre lot. Located just minutes from the University of Maine.

Inside, you'll find a warm and inviting main level featuring a functional layout, sunlit living spaces, and hardwood floors throughout much of the home. The spacious kitchen opens into a cozy dining area, perfect for everyday meals or entertaining guests. Both bedrooms offer ample closet space, while the full bath has been updated for modern comfort. A convenient half bath adds to the home's practical appeal.

Downstairs, the partially finished basement provides excellent potential for a home office, gym, or additional living space—tailor it to suit your needs.

Outside, enjoy the privacy and freedom of your expansive yard, perfect for gardening, pets, or future expansion. The oversized detached garage offers abundant storage for vehicles, tools, and recreational gear.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or investing, this charming home combines rural tranquility with unbeatable proximity to the University and downtown Orono. Don't miss this opportunity—schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elisha Hardy

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northeast Real Estate Listed on: 05/17/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northeast Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Tammy S. Shari G TammySmith ShariGarland

Signature Group Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,050

Year Built

  • Built in 1971

Lot Details

  • 1.45 Acre Lot
  • Rural Setting
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Views of Woods
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Formica Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Bathtub

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Location

  • Property is near golf course and public transit

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Natural Gas Not Available
  • Private Water Source
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic System
  • Private Sewer
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5
  • Assessor Parcel Number ORON-017000-000000-000005

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Country Club

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,050

Year Built

Built in 1971

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.45
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 936.0
  • Architectural Style: Other, Ranch
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Location Information:Leased Land: No
  • Location Information:HERS Certified: No
  • Contract Information:List PriceSqFt: 298.61
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Lot Size Acres -: 1.45
  • Property Information:Total Baths: 2.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Above Grade: 936.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Below Grade: 300.0
  • Property Information:Garage: Yes
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Location:Near Golf Course: Yes
  • Water Info:Water Frontage2: No
  • Water Info:Water View2: No
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Basement:Walkout Access: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Heat System:Forced Air: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Oil: Yes
  • Cooling:None3: Yes
  • Floors:Carpet: Yes
  • Floors:Vinyl: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Driveway:Paved2: Yes
  • Basement Entry:Interior: Yes
  • Property Information:Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Exterior:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Water Heater:Electric2: Yes
  • Amenities:Laundry - Hookup: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Detached: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Poured Concrete: Yes
  • Dining Room:Dining Room: Yes
  • Living Room:Living Room: Yes
  • Floors:Laminate: Yes
  • Gas:No Gas: Yes
  • Style:Ranch: Yes
  • Amenities:Bathtub: Yes
  • Sewer:Private Sewer: Yes
  • Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
  • Location:Rural: Yes
  • Water:Private2: Yes
  • Site:Wooded: Yes
  • View:TreesWoods: Yes
  • Equipment:Internet Access Available: Yes
  • Family Room:Family Room: Yes
  • Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
  • Sewer:Septic Existing on Site: Yes
  • Water:Well Existing on Site: Yes
  • Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
  • Kitchen Countertop:Formica: Yes
  • Location:Near Country Club: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Solid Surface: Yes
  • Transportation:Public Transport Access: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Information 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dishwasher
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
  • Has Basement: Interior, Walk-Out Access, Full, Other, Bulkhead
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 300.0
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub
  • Full Basement: Yes
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Kitchen Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Primary Bedroom Primary Bedroom Level: First
  • Bedroom 1:Bedroom 1 Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level, Wooded, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Rural, Near Public Transit
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Paved, Detached

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Water Source: Well, Private

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: RSU 26

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 63162.0
  • Parcel #: ORON-017000-000000-000005
  • Zoning: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4050.0
  • Tax Lot: 5
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 17, 2025
Closed on
Jul 25, 2025
Sold by
Jojos Llc
Bought by
Bean Beverly and Bean Stuart
Seller's Agent
Elisha Hardy
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northeast Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Tammy S. Shari G TammySmith ShariGarland
Signature Group Real Estate
List Price
$304,500
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,500
-11.33%
Views
44
Current Estimated Value
$277,711

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$7,711
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.46%
Original Mortgage
$94,991
Outstanding Balance
$94,667
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$183,044

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2024
Sold by
Pinto Kimberly A and Us Bank Na Tr
Bought by
Jojos Llc
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $280,000 --
Warranty Deed $280,000 --
Foreclosure Deed $197,000 None Available
Foreclosure Deed $197,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $94,991 New Conventional
Closed $94,991 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/25/2025 07/25/25 Sold $270,000 -3.4% $218 / Sq Ft
05/31/2025 05/31/25 Pending -- -- --
05/31/2025 05/31/25 Price Changed $279,500 -3.3% $226 / Sq Ft
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Price Changed $289,000 -5.1% $234 / Sq Ft
05/17/2025 05/17/25 For Sale $304,500 -- $246 / 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 $4,050 $189,700 $51,400 $138,300
2023 $4,034 $172,400 $46,700 $125,700
2022 $4,103 $172,400 $46,700 $125,700
2021 $4,095 $172,400 $46,700 $125,700
2020 $4,051 $144,200 $38,500 $105,700
2019 $3,814 $144,200 $38,500 $105,700
2018 $3,893 $144,200 $38,500 $105,700
2017 $3,749 $144,200 $38,500 $105,700
2016 $3,583 $144,200 $38,500 $105,700
2015 $3,518 $144,200 $38,500 $105,700
2014 $3,439 $144,200 $38,500 $105,700
2013 $3,345 $144,200 $38,500 $105,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1622509

Maine Listings

APN: ORON-017000-000000-000005