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Seller's Agent in 2015
Patricia Lawson
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
490 Mere Point Rd Brunswick, ME 04011
Estimated Value: $671,000 - $978,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,240
Sq Ft
$366/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Ocean Front
- Nearby Water Access
- 6 Acre Lot
- Brunswick Jr High School Rated A-
- View of Trees or Woods
- Cape Cod Architecture
About This Home
As of October 2015A classic American survivor that successfully combines immaculate preservation with modern comforts, this circa 1780 cape overlooks huge trees and gardens to the front and sweeping meadows to the rear. At only 5 minutes to Brunswick/Bowdoin College, 10 minutes to public waterfront on Maquoit, Mere Point or Middle Bays and 45 minutes to Portland, you can live in a piece of history on a lovely rural property and still enjoy all the amenities the area has to offer.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Patricia Lawson
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 07/27/2015
Last Buyer's Agent
Martha Beckman
William Raveis Real Estate
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,390
Year Built
- Built in 1780
Lot Details
- 6 Acre Lot
- Ocean Front
- Rural Setting
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
- Open Lot
- Lot Has A Rolling Slope
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Brick Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Composition Roof
- Clap Board Siding
- Clapboard
Interior Spaces
- 2,240 Sq Ft Home
- Gas Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Wood Flooring
- Views of Woods
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Crawl Space
Parking
- Attached Garage
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Nearby Water Access
- Deck
- Shed
- Outbuilding
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Heating System Uses Wood
- Private Water Source
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Septic System
- Private Sewer
Additional Features
- Property is near public transit
- Pasture
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Community Storage Space
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 023
- Assessor Parcel Number 490 Mere Point
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 27, 2015
Closed on
Oct 6, 2015
Sold by
Widmer David N and Widmer Lois B
Bought by
Canter Michael N and Canter Harriet
Seller's Agent
Patricia Lawson
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Martha Beckman
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$495,000
Sold Price
$447,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$47,500
-9.6%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$372,583
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.57%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$242,929
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$677,331
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 20, 2013
Sold by
Weimont Robert and Chadwick Margaret
Bought by
Widmer Lois B and Widmer David N
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 29, 2010
Sold by
Widmer David N and Widmer Lois B
Bought by
Widmer David N and Widmer Lois B
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 30, 2007
Sold by
Widmer Lois B
Bought by
Widmer David N and Widmer Lois B
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canter Michael N | -- | -- | |
| Widmer Lois B | -- | -- | |
| Widmer David N | -- | -- | |
| Widmer David N | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Canter Michael N | $300,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/02/2015 10/02/15 | Sold | $447,500 | -9.6% | $200 / Sq Ft |
| 08/20/2015 08/20/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/21/2015 05/21/15 | For Sale | $495,000 | -- | $221 / Sq Ft |
Source: Maine Listings
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $8,643 | $362,400 | $108,800 | $253,600 |
| 2023 | $8,433 | $362,100 | $108,800 | $253,300 |
| 2022 | $7,798 | $359,500 | $108,800 | $250,700 |
| 2021 | $7,004 | $359,500 | $108,800 | $250,700 |
| 2020 | $7,323 | $359,500 | $108,800 | $250,700 |
| 2019 | $3,077 | $356,600 | $108,800 | $247,800 |
| 2018 | $2,930 | $356,600 | $108,800 | $247,800 |
| 2017 | $7,032 | $382,800 | $135,000 | $247,800 |
| 2016 | $6,210 | $211,600 | $65,300 | $146,300 |
| 2015 | $5,896 | $207,900 | $65,300 | $142,600 |
| 2014 | $5,390 | $207,900 | $65,300 | $142,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $207,900 | $65,300 | $142,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2015
Martha Beckman
William Raveis Real Estate
Map
Source: Maine Listings
MLS Number: 1218071
APN: BRUN-000025-000000-000023
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