$240,000
SOLD SEP 24, 2024

397 Hancock St Bangor, ME 04401

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,200 Sq Ft
0.35 Acres

Recently Sold

$200 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

36 Days on Market

Highlights

  • River Front
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • William S. Cohen School Rated A-
  • Greek Revival Architecture
  • Butcher Block Countertops

About This Home

As of September 2024

Welcome to 397 Hancock Street! This charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home offers a blend of modern updates and historical charm overlooking the Penobscot River! The updated eat-in kitchen is a true highlight, featuring new butcher block countertops, new cabinetry, tile backsplash, and new lighting that creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy delightful meals with views of the water right from your large back deck. This space is perfect for relaxing and entertaining! The living room has been freshly painted with a recently added wood stove to help take the chill off in those winter months! Upstairs, the primary bedroom has been completely redone with new sheetrock, new lighting, and new paint throughout with ample closet space. The other bedroom is generously sized with a window overlooking the water! In addition, the 2nd floor boasts a beautifully appointed bathroom with a classic clawfoot tub, perfectly positioned to overlook the river for a serene and relaxing bath experience. The basement provides an abundant amount of storage, along with a ½ bathroom, laundry room and full walkout access to the backyard. Situated on a generous 0.35-acre lot, this property offers not only ample outdoor space for gardening and a firepit area, but also the potential for subdivision (according to the previous listing - this lot is dividable). All this within walking distance to Northern Light Hospital and State Street amenities, while being less than a 5-minute drive from Downtown Bangor. Don't miss the chance to own this beautifully updated home with fantastic river views, a luxurious bath, and a spacious outdoor area. Schedule a tour today and experience all that 397 Hancock Street has to offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brian Sturgeon

Realty of Maine Listed on: 08/05/2024

Realty of Maine

Co-Listed By

Macie Melvin

Realty of Maine

Last Buyer's Agent

Lewis Morris Nicole Drake

NextHome Experience

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,456

Year Built

  • Built in 1865

Lot Details

  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • River Front
  • Landscaped
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Property is zoned URD-1

Property Views

  • Water
  • Scenic Vista

Home Design

  • Greek Revival Architecture
  • New Englander Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,200 Sq Ft Home
  • Central Vacuum
  • Living Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Butcher Block Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

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

Parking

  • Driveway
  • Paved Parking
  • On-Site Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Zoned Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Internet Available
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • City Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 179
  • Assessor Parcel Number BANG-000055-000000-000179

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,456

Year Built

Built in 1865

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.35
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Penobscot River
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 2165
  • Co List Office Phone: 207-942-6310
  • MLS Status: Closed
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  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1200.0
  • Architectural Style: Greek-Revival, New Englander
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1865
  • Location Information:Leased Land: No
  • Location Information:HERS Certified: No
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Lot Size Acres -: 0.35
  • Property Information:Total Baths: 2.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1200.0
  • Property Information:Garage: No
  • Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
  • Water Info:Water Frontage2: No
  • Water Info:Water View2: Yes
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Basement:Walkout Access: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Heat System:Baseboard: Yes
  • Heat System:Hot Water: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Cooling:None3: Yes
  • Floors:Tile2: Yes
  • Floors:Wood3: Yes
  • Parking:Off Street: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Water:Public3: Yes
  • Driveway:Paved2: Yes
  • Basement Entry:Interior: Yes
  • Basement Entry:Walk-Out: Yes
  • Gas:Natural - On Site: Yes
  • Amenities:Shower: Yes
  • Basement:Unfinished: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Poured Concrete: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Gas Natural: Yes
  • Kitchen Amenities:Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
  • Living Room:Living Room: Yes
  • Room Features:Eat-in Kitchen2: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:BrickMortar2: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Stone: Yes
  • Heat System:Multi-Zones: Yes
  • Parking:On Site2: Yes
  • Exterior:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Amenities:Bathtub: Yes
  • Roof:Pitched: Yes
  • Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
  • Basement:BrickMortar: Yes
  • Equipment:Internet Access Available: Yes
  • Site:RollingSloping: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
  • Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
  • Equipment:Cable: Yes
  • Room Features:Heat Stove29: Yes
  • View:Scenic: Yes
  • Living Room Amenities:Heat Stove5: Yes
  • Heat System:Direct Vent Furnace: Yes
  • Style:New Englander: Yes
  • Equipment:Central Vacuum: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Butcher Block: Yes
  • Style:Greek-Revival: 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: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer
  • Has Basement: Brick/Mortar, Walk-Out Access, Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Bathtub, Shower
  • Full Basement: Yes
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Kitchen Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Bedroom 1:Bedroom 1 Level: Second

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Rolling Slope, Sidewalks, Landscaped, Intown, Near Shopping, Near Town
  • View: Scenic
  • Waterfront Features: River
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Concrete Perimeter, Brick/Mortar
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Patio And Porch Features:Deck: Yes

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Multi-Zones, Hot Water, Direct Vent Furnace, Baseboard
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 15246.0
  • Parcel #: BANG-000055-000000-000179
  • Zoning: URD-1

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2456.0
  • Tax Book Number: 16167
  • Tax Lot: 179
  • Tax Map Number: 55
  • Tax Year: 2025

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $187,500 Commercial
Previous Owner $173,807 VA
Previous Owner $30,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/24/2024 09/24/24 Sold $240,000 -3.6% $200 / Sq Ft
09/10/2024 09/10/24 Pending -- -- --
09/06/2024 09/06/24 Price Changed $249,000 -4.2% $208 / Sq Ft
08/05/2024 08/05/24 For Sale $260,000 +53.0% $217 / Sq Ft
08/26/2021 08/26/21 Sold $169,900 -20.9% $142 / Sq Ft
07/04/2021 07/04/21 Pending -- -- --
05/27/2021 05/27/21 For Sale $214,900 -- $179 / 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 $2,456 $132,400 $29,600 $102,800
2023 $2,342 $122,300 $29,600 $92,700
2022 $2,217 $108,700 $29,600 $79,100
2021 $2,056 $92,200 $27,400 $64,800
2020 $1,970 $84,900 $26,100 $58,800
2019 $1,900 $82,600 $26,100 $56,500
2018 $1,825 $79,500 $26,100 $53,400
2017 $1,784 $79,100 $26,100 $53,000
2016 $1,748 $77,700 $26,100 $51,600
2015 $1,673 $76,200 $26,100 $50,100
2014 $1,620 $74,300 $26,100 $48,200
2013 $1,545 $74,300 $26,100 $48,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1599249

Maine Listings

APN: BANG-000055-000000-000179