Laura Cote
Coldwell Banker Realty Portsmouth NH
(207) 690-6696
78 Total Sales
1 in Sanford
$255,000 Price
5 James Ave Sanford, ME 04073
Sanford AreaEstimated Value: $340,000 - $390,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
928
Sq Ft
$390/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- No HOA
- Enclosed Glass Porch
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Living Room
About This Home
As of October 2025Welcome to easy Maine living in this bright and well-cared-for 2BR/2BA ranch, set on a spacious 0.32-acre lot in a quiet, walkable Sanford neighborhood. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the inviting front porch, expansive fenced backyard, cozy three-season sunroom, and efficient layout that makes everyday life feel comfortable and connected. Inside you'll find a large kitchen, sunny living room, two comfortable bedrooms and a full bath on the main level. The full basement offers a partially finished bonus space for hobbies, storage, or expansion and a second 3/4 bath. Step outside to enjoy your morning coffee on the deck, unwind in the three season sunroom in the evening or spend your weekends gardening and hosting BBQs in the open backyard. With a one-car attached garage, paved driveway, and convenient location near schools, parks, and local shops, this home offers both practicality and charm. Whether you're just starting out or looking to simplify, you will not want to miss this Sanford gem! Showings begin at the open house Saturday 10am-12pm.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty Listed on: 09/03/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,494
Year Built
- Built in 1953
Lot Details
- 13,939 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Open Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Block Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 928 Sq Ft Home
- Living Room
- Storm Doors
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Microwave
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Doghouse Basement Entry
- Interior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- Shed
- Enclosed Glass Porch
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- Natural Gas Not Available
- Electric Water Heater
- Internet Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Block 0002
- Assessor Parcel Number SANF-000002-K000038
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 3, 2025
Closed on
Oct 10, 2025
Sold by
Channell Benjamin
Bought by
Seller's Agent
kristin messina
Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
Buyer's Agent
Timothy Yee
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$355,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
1.43%
Views
88
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
$7,053
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.16%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 5, 2023
Closed on
May 5, 2023
Sold by
Marshall Aaron
Bought by
Channell Benjamin
Seller's Agent
Joyce Veroneau
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
kristin messina
Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
List Price
$285,900
Sold Price
$306,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,100
7.03%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.28%
Original Mortgage
$312,579
Interest Rate
6.42%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 28, 2018
Closed on
Nov 19, 2018
Sold by
Butler Melissa
Bought by
Marshall Aaron
Seller's Agent
Michael L'Heureux
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Joyce Veroneau
RE/MAX Realty One
List Price
$149,000
Sold Price
$153,000
Premium/Discount to List
$4,000
2.68%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.77%
Original Mortgage
$150,228
Interest Rate
4.7%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Sanford, ME
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Laura Cote
-
Kelley Day
Kelley Day
Coldwell Banker Realty Portsmouth NH
(888) 417-7976
75 Total Sales
4 in Sanford
$260K - $405K Price Range
-
Tanya Cattabriga
Tanya Cattabriga
Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
(207) 569-9899
80 Total Sales
1 in Sanford
$400,000 Price
-
Elias Leland
Elias Leland
Coldwell Banker Realty
(207) 544-4351
115 Total Sales
5 in Sanford
$172K - $435K Price Range
-
Krista Lombardi
Krista Lombardi
New Space Real Estate, LLC
(207) 715-3846
220 Total Sales
6 in Sanford
$185K - $359K Price Range
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Johnna Brown
Johnna Brown
RE/MAX Realty One
(877) 793-9862
158 Total Sales
2 in Sanford
$345K - $365K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $355,000 | -- | ||
| Channell Benjamin | $306,000 | None Available | |
| Marshall Aaron | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $323,071 | ||
| Previous Owner | -- | $312,579 | |
| Previous Owner | Marshall Aaron | $60,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Marshall Aaron | $156,472 | |
| Previous Owner | -- | $150,228 | |
| Closed | Butler Melissa A | $95,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 10/10/25 | Sold | $355,000 | +1.4% | $383 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/09/2025 09/09/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/03/2025 09/03/25 | For Sale | $350,000 | +14.4% | $377 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/05/2023 05/05/23 | Sold | $306,000 | +7.0% | $230 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/09/2023 04/09/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/05/2023 04/05/23 | For Sale | $285,900 | +86.9% | $215 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/15/2018 11/15/18 | Sold | $153,000 | +2.7% | $165 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 10/17/2018 10/17/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/28/2018 09/28/18 | For Sale | $149,000 | -- | $161 / Sq Ft |
Source: Maine Listings
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,702 | $216,500 | $47,400 | $169,100 |
| 2024 | $3,494 | $216,500 | $47,400 | $169,100 |
| 2023 | $3,223 | $212,900 | $47,400 | $165,500 |
| 2022 | $3,127 | $211,300 | $47,400 | $163,900 |
| 2021 | $3,085 | $169,700 | $47,400 | $122,300 |
| 2020 | $3,038 | $150,700 | $47,400 | $103,300 |
| 2019 | $2,933 | $141,700 | $47,400 | $94,300 |
| 2018 | $2,843 | $160,400 | $47,400 | $113,000 |
| 2017 | $3,119 | $150,400 | $47,400 | $103,000 |
| 2016 | $3,149 | $138,500 | $47,300 | $91,200 |
| 2015 | $2,843 | $139,000 | $49,000 | $90,000 |
| 2014 | $2,789 | $139,000 | $49,000 | $90,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $139,000 | $49,000 | $90,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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kristin messina
KM
Seller's Agent in 2025
kristin messina
Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
(802) 578-4171
25 Total Sales
-
Timothy Yee
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Timothy Yee
Coldwell Banker Realty
(978) 397-7431
39 Total Sales
-
Joyce Veroneau
Seller's Agent in 2023
Joyce Veroneau
Coldwell Banker Realty
(207) 324-5264
108 Total Sales
-
ML
Seller's Agent in 2018
Michael L'Heureux
Keller Williams Realty
-
JL
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Josee L'Heureux
Keller Williams Realty
Map
Source: Maine Listings
MLS Number: 1636444
APN: SANF-000002-K000038
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