Seller's Agent in 2020
Jane Millett
RE/MAX
(207) 319-7824
3 in this area
54 Total Sales
64 Elm St Topsham, ME 04086
Estimated Value: $498,000 - $881,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
3,766
Sq Ft
$179/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Nearby Water Access
- View of Trees or Woods
- Fireplace in Bedroom
- The property is located in a historic district
- Federal Architecture
- Wooded Lot
About This Home
As of August 2020Another beautiful, historic Elm Street home built by the famed Samuel Melcher III @ 1800, this Federal style home is known as the James Purington Jr. House, after its first owner. Many historic details include intricate mouldings, a ''Good Morning '' staircase, numerous fireplaces, sweeping staircases, extra wide front door, Indian shutters, original hardware on many doors, .57 A lot, and many more. The generous rooms are located in each corner and there is an ell on the east side of the house with separate entrance and staircase. Fascinating history and detail make this house one ''for the ages''!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Riverside Brokerage Phone: 207-729-2446 Listed on: 05/18/2020
Last Buyer's Agent
Dot Ollier
William Raveis Real Estate
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,046
Year Built
- Built in 1797
Lot Details
- 0.57 Acre Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Fenced
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Property is zoned R1 Res Historic
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Gravel Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
- Off-Site Parking
Home Design
- Federal Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Pitched Roof
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Clap Board Siding
- Clapboard
Interior Spaces
- 3,766 Sq Ft Home
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 7 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Views of Woods
- Laundry on main level
- Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Fireplace in Kitchen
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Fireplace in Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Shower Only
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
Home Security
- Storm Windows
- Storm Doors
Outdoor Features
- Nearby Water Access
Location
- The property is located in a historic district
- City Lot
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Zoned Heating
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- Electric Water Heater
- Internet Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Community Storage Space
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 017-part of
- Assessor Parcel Number TOPM-000007-000000-000017U
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 18, 2020
Closed on
Aug 7, 2020
Sold by
Schwaab Susan H
Bought by
Cardella Dominic A and Cardella Amanda W
Seller's Agent
Jane Millett
RE/MAX Riverside
Buyer's Agent
Dot Ollier
William Raveis Real Estate
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.02%
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
$125,960
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.28%
Original Mortgage
$495,000
Outstanding Balance
$444,009
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$271,964
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardella Dominic A | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Cardella Dominic A | $495,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07/2020 08/07/20 | Sold | $550,000 | 0.0% | $146 / Sq Ft |
| 06/04/2020 06/04/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/11/2019 10/11/19 | For Sale | $549,900 | -- | $146 / 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 | $7,295 | $583,600 | $52,000 | $531,600 |
| 2023 | $6,953 | $512,000 | $49,500 | $462,500 |
| 2022 | $6,961 | $482,700 | $47,800 | $434,900 |
| 2021 | $6,940 | $437,300 | $43,900 | $393,400 |
| 2020 | $6,674 | $373,700 | $43,900 | $329,800 |
| 2019 | $6,574 | $343,300 | $43,900 | $299,400 |
| 2018 | $5,671 | $322,800 | $39,400 | $283,400 |
| 2017 | $5,849 | $322,800 | $39,400 | $283,400 |
| 2016 | $5,852 | $325,300 | $39,400 | $285,900 |
| 2015 | $5,936 | $330,500 | $39,400 | $291,100 |
| 2014 | $5,861 | $338,200 | $39,400 | $298,800 |
| 2013 | $5,631 | $338,200 | $39,400 | $298,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Jane Millett
-
D
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Dot Ollier
William Raveis Real Estate
-
D
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Dorothy Ollier
RE/MAX Riverside
Map
Source: Maine Listings
MLS Number: 1436106
APN: TOPM-000007-000000-000017U
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