$480,000
SOLD SEP 15, 2025

716 Empire Rd Poland, ME 04274

-- Bed
2.5 Baths
2,942 Sq Ft
1.65 Acres

Recently Sold

$163 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Public Beach
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Property is near golf course and public transit
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of September 2025

Opportunity knocks! This unique property offers two spacious units, each with 3 bedrooms—providing incredible flexibility and value. Whether you're looking to rent both units, live in one while renting the other to offset your mortgage, or create a multi-generational living setup, the possibilities are endless. The original home, built in 1830, is a charming Cape-style residence featuring 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a large deck perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Above the attached three-car garage, you'll find a beautifully updated and modernized apartment. This second unit also offers 3 bedrooms, a warm and inviting layout, and a large elevated deck—ideal for enjoying those cool summer evenings. The oversized garage provides ample space for vehicles, storage, or workshop needs. Situated on the corner of Empire Road and Harris Hill Road, the location is unbeatable—just 5 minutes to Auburn, Poland Center, and Mechanic Falls, and only 10 minutes to the Auburn Turnpike. Don't miss out on this rare and versatile property!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matthew Mocciola

The Maine Real Estate Experience Listed on: 07/29/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Kelsey Martin

Maine Real Estate Co

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,157

Year Built

  • Built in 1875

Lot Details

  • 1.65 Acre Lot
  • Public Beach
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • 2,942 Sq Ft Home
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Fiberglass Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Not Available
  • Private Water Source
  • Well
  • Septic Tank
  • Private Sewer

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near golf course and public transit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 42
  • Assessor Parcel Number POLA-000008-000000-000042

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 2 Units

Building Details

  • Operating Expense $4,800
  • Gross Income $50,400

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,157

Year Built

Built in 1875

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential Income
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.65
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Directions: GPS
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2942.0
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 1875
  • Location Information:Leased Land: No
  • Contract Information:List PriceSqFt: 156.02
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Lot Size Acres -: 1.65
  • Property Information:Total Baths: 3.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2942.0
  • Property Information:Garage: Yes
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Location:Near Golf Course: Yes
  • Water Info:Water Frontage2: No
  • Water Info:Water View2: No
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Heat System:Baseboard: Yes
  • Heat System:Hot Water: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Oil: Yes
  • Cooling:None3: Yes
  • Floors:Vinyl: Yes
  • Floors:Wood3: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Driveway:Paved2: Yes
  • Basement Entry:Interior: Yes
  • Property Information:Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Exterior:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Basement:Unfinished: Yes
  • Floors:Laminate: Yes
  • Gas:No Gas: Yes
  • Roof:Composition2: Yes
  • Property Information:Number of Units: 2
  • Income Expenses Gross Income: 50400.0
  • Income Expenses Operating Expenses: 4800.0
  • Parking:On Site2: Yes
  • Location:Near Public Beach: Yes
  • Sewer:Private Sewer: Yes
  • Water:Private2: Yes
  • Location:Near Railroad: Yes
  • Roof:Fiberglass: Yes
  • Advertising Remarks:Advertising Remarks: Opportunity knocks! This unique property offers two spacious units, each with 3 bedrooms—providing incredible flexibility and value. Whether you're looking to rent both units, live in one while renting the other to offset your mortgage, or create a multi-generational living setup, the possibilities are endless. The original home, built in 1830, is a charming Cape-style residence featuring 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a large deck perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Above the attached three-car garage, you'll find a beautifully updated and modernized apartment. This second unit also offers 3 bedrooms, a warm and inviting layout, and a large elevated deck—ideal for enjoying those cool summer evenings. The oversized garage provides ample space for vehicles, storage, or workshop needs. Situated on the corner of Empire Road and Harris Hill Road, the location is unbeatable—just 5 minutes to Auburn, Poland Center, and Mechanic Falls, and only 10 minutes to the Auburn Turnpike. Don't miss out on this rare and versatile property!
  • Style:Cape Cod: Yes
  • Sewer:Septic Tank: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Has Basement: Interior, Full, Unfinished
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Laminate
  • Full Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Open, Level, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Near Railroad
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Composition, Fiberglass
  • Patio And Porch Features:Deck: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Paved, On Site

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Other Heat System, Hot Water, Baseboard
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Well, Private

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 71874.0
  • Parcel #: POLA-000008-000000-000042
  • Zoning: General Residential

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Annual Gross Income: 50400.0
  • Annual Operating Expense: 4800.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4157.0
  • Tax Lot: 42
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 29, 2025
Closed on
Sep 18, 2025
Sold by
Footman Aimee L
Bought by
Ouffouet Lysianne O
Seller's Agent
Matthew Mocciola
The Maine Real Estate Experience
Buyer's Agent
Kelsey Martin
Maine Real Estate Co
List Price
$459,000
Sold Price
$480,000
Premium/Discount to List
$21,000
4.58%
Views
26
Current Estimated Value
$470,464

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$9,536
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.42%
Original Mortgage
$456,000
Outstanding Balance
$453,239
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$17,225

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 10, 2022
Sold by
Footman Derek J
Bought by
Footman Aimee L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$202,500
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 4, 2019
Closed on
Apr 2, 2020
Sold by
Russell Cynthia A
Bought by
Footman Derek J and Footman Aimee L
Seller's Agent
Tammy Caron
TLC Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Beth Bell
RE/MAX River Cities
List Price
$9,032,020
Sold Price
$200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,832,020
-97.79%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.83%
Original Mortgage
$196,377
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 6, 2008
Sold by
Hart Joshua
Bought by
Martin Cynthia A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,000
Interest Rate
5.57%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $480,000 --
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $456,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $202,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $196,377 FHA
Previous Owner $172,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $65,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $145,700 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/15/2025 09/15/25 Sold $480,000 +4.6% $163 / Sq Ft
08/02/2025 08/02/25 Pending -- -- --
07/29/2025 07/29/25 For Sale $459,000 +129.5% $156 / Sq Ft
04/02/2020 04/02/20 Sold $200,000 -97.8% $68 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/07/2020 01/07/20 Pending -- -- --
09/04/2019 09/04/19 For Sale $9,032,020 -- $3,070 / 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 $4,157 $251,500 $91,300 $160,200
2023 $3,430 $251,500 $91,300 $160,200
2022 $3,166 $209,700 $76,100 $133,600
2021 $3,130 $207,300 $76,100 $131,200
2020 $3,047 $207,300 $76,100 $131,200
2019 $3,105 $207,300 $76,100 $131,200
2018 $3,105 $207,250 $76,070 $131,180
2016 $2,982 $207,250 $76,070 $131,180
2015 $2,943 $207,250 $76,070 $131,180
2014 $2,902 $207,250 $76,070 $131,180
2013 $2,829 $207,250 $76,070 $131,180
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1632237

Maine Listings

APN: POLA-000008-000000-000042