$370,000
SOLD MAR 27, 2025
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,584 Sq Ft
0.28 Acres

Recently Sold

$234 Per Sq Ft

22% Below List Price

80 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 70 Feet of Waterfront
  • The property is located in a historic district
  • Colonial Architecture
  • William H. Rowe School Rated A-
  • River Nearby
  • 1-minute walk to Grist Mill Park

About This Home

As of March 2025

Charming Riverside Retreat in the Heart of Yarmouth!

Discover the potential of 38 E Main Street—a charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home set on the scenic banks of the Royal River. Just a short stroll from Yarmouth's vibrant Main Street and the famous annual Yarmouth Clam Festival, this property offers historic charm in an ideal location. Enjoy the walkable lifestyle with easy access to local dining, shops, and community events.
Inside, cozy up by the inviting fireplace, a centerpiece that radiates warmth and character, and enjoy the warmth of authentic pumpkin pine flooring underfoot—a feature that infuses the home with rich history and timeless charm. Step out onto the back deck to take in peaceful river views, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Featuring distinctive granite blocks thoughtfully arranged around the property that add a unique and enduring touch to the landscape, enhancing the natural beauty and charm of this riverside retreat. A versatile outbuilding also awaits your imagination—it could be transformed into a she-shed, workshop or studio.
With timeless architectural details ready to be restored and reimagined, this riverside property is just waiting for your creative touch to bring it to its full potential. Seize the chance to own a piece of Yarmouth's history and make it your dream riverside retreat!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jillian Bailer

Cates Real Estate Brokerage Email: kerry@catesre.com

Co-Listed By

Kerry Hall

Cates Real Estate Brokerage Email: kerry@catesre.com

Last Buyer's Agent

Elena Barnes

Landing Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,791

Year Built

  • Built in 1844

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • 70 Feet of Waterfront
  • River Front
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Property is zoned MDR, RP, Shoreland

Property Views

  • Water
  • Scenic Vista

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Clapboard

Interior Spaces

  • 1,584 Sq Ft Home
  • Built-In Features
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Range
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Unfinished Basement

  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Dirt Floor

Parking

  • On-Site Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • River Nearby
  • Deck
  • Outbuilding

Location

  • The property is located in a historic district
  • City Lot

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Water Heated On Demand

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 23
  • Assessor Parcel Number YMTH-000033-000000-000023

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,791

Year Built

Built in 1844

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.28
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Royal River
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 2766
  • Co List Office Phone: 207-701-5600
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Directions: Second house east of river on north side of East Main Street.
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1584.0
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1844
  • Attribution Contact: kerry@catesre.com
  • Location Information:Leased Land: No
  • Location Information:HERS Certified: No
  • Property Information:Lot Size Acres -: 0.28
  • Property Information:Total Baths: 1.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1584.0
  • Property Information:Garage: No
  • Water Info:Water Frontage2: Yes
  • Water Info:Water View2: Yes
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Heat System:Baseboard: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
  • Cooling:None3: Yes
  • Floors:Wood3: Yes
  • Parking:Off Street: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Water:Public3: Yes
  • Basement Entry:Interior: Yes
  • Water Heater:On Demand: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Electric: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Granite: Yes
  • Basement:Unfinished: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Gas Natural: Yes
  • Dining Room:Dining Room: Yes
  • Kitchen Amenities:Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
  • Living Room:Living Room: Yes
  • Room Features:Eat-in Kitchen2: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Stone: Yes
  • Exterior:Clapboard: Yes
  • Parking:On Site2: Yes
  • Exterior:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Style:Colonial: Yes
  • Location:Historic District: Yes
  • Basement:Dirt Floor: Yes
  • Gas:Natural - At Street: Yes
  • Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
  • Recreational Water:RiverBrookStream: Yes
  • Living Room Amenities:Wood Burning Fireplace14: Yes
  • Room Features:Wood Burning Fireplace29: Yes
  • Water Info:Waterfront Amount -: 70.0
  • Water Info:Water Frontage Owned -: 70.0
  • Site:RollingSloping: Yes
  • Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
  • View:Scenic: Yes
  • Heat System:Direct Vent Heater: Yes
  • Water Info:Island3: No
  • Basement:Sump Pump: Yes
  • Dining Room Amenities:Wood Burning Fireplace8: Yes
  • Room Features:Built-Ins30: Yes
  • Living Room Amenities:Built-Ins14: Yes
  • Other Structures:Out Building: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Information # Fireplaces: 2
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Electric Range
  • Has Basement: Dirt Floor, Sump Pump, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Kitchen Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Primary Bedroom Primary Bedroom Level: Second

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Rolling Slope, Sidewalks, Historic District, Intown, Near Town
  • View: Scenic
  • Waterfront Features: River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Patio And Porch Features:Deck: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Other, On Site, Off Street

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Direct Vent Heater, Baseboard
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Yarmouth Schools

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12196.8
  • Parcel #: YMTH-000033-000000-000023
  • Zoning: MDR | RP | Shoreland

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5791.0
  • Tax Book Number: 38048
  • Tax Lot: 23
  • Tax Map Number: 33
  • Tax Year: 2025

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2012
Sold by
Anderson Kevin G and Anderson Jennifer L
Bought by
Oberink Gerhard W and Oberink Christine C
Total Days on Market
80

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
3.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $210,000 --
Warranty Deed $210,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $400,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $400,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $198,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $0 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $110,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $204,550 Unknown
Previous Owner $209,225 FHA
Previous Owner $20,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/27/2025 03/27/25 Sold $370,000 -2.6% $234 / Sq Ft
01/27/2025 01/27/25 Pending -- -- --
01/27/2025 01/27/25 Price Changed $380,000 -12.6% $240 / Sq Ft
11/16/2024 11/16/24 Price Changed $435,000 -8.4% $275 / Sq Ft
11/08/2024 11/08/24 For Sale $475,000 -- $300 / Sq Ft
Source: Maine Listings

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 $5,791 $225,600 $103,000 $122,600
2023 $5,311 $225,600 $103,000 $122,600
2022 $4,877 $225,600 $103,000 $122,600
2021 $4,467 $225,600 $103,000 $122,600
2020 $4,422 $225,600 $103,000 $122,600
2019 $4,255 $225,600 $103,000 $122,600
2018 $4,016 $225,600 $103,000 $122,600
2017 $3,871 $225,600 $103,000 $122,600
2016 $3,849 $225,600 $103,000 $122,600
2015 $3,633 $168,500 $66,800 $101,700
2014 $3,640 $168,500 $66,800 $101,700
2013 $3,707 $168,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1608955

Maine Listings

APN: YMTH-000033-000000-000023