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Seller's Agent in 2024
Dylan Suagee
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
498 River Rd Dresden, ME 04342
Estimated Value: $344,000 - $467,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,074
Sq Ft
$184/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 214 Feet of Waterfront
- Public Beach
- Deck
- Access to Tidal Water
- 4 Acre Lot
- Wooded Lot
About This Home
As of April 2024Situated on 4 scenic acres overlooking the Eastern River, this historic toll house for the Lower Bridge has been well maintained and updated by its recent owners. Single-story living is possible on both floors. Hot water boiler, heat pumps, Anderson windows, good insulation, and a whole house generator keep this home cozy in all seasons. Street level upstairs offers 1 bedroom with en-suite bath, kitchen, dining room with vaulted ceilings, living room, and a beautiful sun room/office looking out over woods, water, and wetlands. Up a small staircase there are two loft rooms that could be used in myriad ways. The downstairs walk-out offers 2 more bedrooms, bathroom, laundry room, and a large common area which formerly contained a galley kitchen. 2-car garage with useful space and a crow's nest above offers added possibilities. Fenced yard and a peaceful rear deck overlooking wetlands and the Eastern River give you plenty of opportunity to relax, entertain, and enjoy the peaceful historic community of Dresden. 12 minutes to Wiscasset, less than 20 minutes to downtown Bath, 25 minutes to downtown Brunswick, 27 minutes to Augusta, and less than an hour to Maine's best beaches, Portland, and Rockland, this home is well-situated to give you access to the best of the southern Mid-coast, while keeping the business and commerce centers of Maine within reach. This unique home offers a quiet retreat with backyard access to the Kennebec watershed, via 214 feet of frontage on the Eastern river. Year round views of the Eastern and Kennebec Rivers as well as Swan Island. This historic structure maintains the character and craftsmanship of Maine's early years, with modern systems and efficiency. 498 River Road is ready to be crafted to the next generation's needs, and will be a wonderful sanctuary for its next loving owners.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Dylan Suagee
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group Listed on: 11/30/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,245
Year Built
- Built in 1798
Lot Details
- 4 Acre Lot
- 214 Feet of Waterfront
- River Front
- Public Beach
- Rural Setting
- Fenced
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Property is zoned Shoreland
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Water
- Woods
Home Design
- Cottage
- Flat Roof Shape
- Concrete Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Membrane Roofing
- Metal Roof
- Wood Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Loft
- Laundry on main level
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Formica Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Shower Only
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Natural lighting in basement
Accessible Home Design
- Bath Modification
- Doors are 32 inches wide or more
- Accessible Approach with Ramp
- Level Entry For Accessibility
Outdoor Features
- Access to Tidal Water
- Deep Water Access
- River Nearby
- Deck
- Enclosed Glass Porch
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heating System Uses Kerosene
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Heat Pump System
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- Power Generator
- Private Water Source
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Septic System
- Septic Design Available
- Private Sewer
- Internet Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Community Storage Space
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: Mechanical Chairlift
- Tax Lot 11
- Assessor Parcel Number DRES-000010-000000-000011
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 30, 2023
Closed on
Apr 22, 2024
Sold by
Kaply Beverly A
Bought by
Lane Ambry and Gannon Jessica
Seller's Agent
Dylan Suagee
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
Buyer's Agent
Bonnie Kent
Dan Anderson Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$419,000
Sold Price
$340,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$79,000
-18.85%
Views
8
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
$40,962
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.45%
Original Mortgage
$323,000
Outstanding Balance
$317,575
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$63,387
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 5, 2016
Closed on
Jun 22, 2016
Sold by
Woodworth Ft and Woodworth
Bought by
Kaply Beverly A and Kaply Leonard R
Seller's Agent
Dari Hurley
RE/MAX Riverside
Buyer's Agent
Dari Hurley
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$187,000
Sold Price
$182,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-2.67%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.29%
Original Mortgage
$182,000
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 20, 2007
Sold by
Woodworth Valerie E and Woodworth Lewis A
Bought by
Woodworth Ft and Woodworth
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lane Ambry | $340,000 | None Available | |
| Lane Ambry | $340,000 | None Available | |
| Kaply Beverly A | -- | -- | |
| Kaply Beverly A | -- | -- | |
| Woodworth Ft | -- | -- | |
| Woodworth Ft | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Lane Ambry | $323,000 | |
| Closed | Lane Ambry | $323,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kaply Beverly A | $182,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22/2024 04/22/24 | Sold | $340,000 | -18.9% | $164 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/26/2024 01/26/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/30/2023 11/30/23 | For Sale | $419,000 | +130.2% | $202 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/17/2016 06/17/16 | Sold | $182,000 | -2.7% | $88 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/07/2016 06/07/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/05/2016 02/05/16 | For Sale | $187,000 | -- | $90 / 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 | $4,022 | $277,400 | $90,800 | $186,600 |
| 2023 | $3,669 | $235,200 | $77,000 | $158,200 |
| 2022 | $3,245 | $202,800 | $66,400 | $136,400 |
| 2021 | $3,049 | $162,200 | $53,100 | $109,100 |
| 2020 | $3,049 | $162,200 | $53,100 | $109,100 |
| 2018 | $2,936 | $162,224 | $53,100 | $109,124 |
| 2017 | $2,888 | $162,224 | $53,100 | $109,124 |
| 2016 | $2,855 | $162,224 | $53,100 | $109,124 |
| 2015 | $2,774 | $162,224 | $53,100 | $109,124 |
| 2014 | $2,758 | $162,224 | $53,100 | $109,124 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Bonnie Kent
B
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Bonnie Kent
Dan Anderson Real Estate, Inc.
(207) 899-9201
1 in this area
54 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2016
Dari Hurley
RE/MAX
Map
Source: Maine Listings
MLS Number: 1578298
APN: DRES-000010-000000-000011
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