$399,000
UNDER CONTRACT

79 Patterson Rd Dresden, ME 04342

Estimated payment $2,550/month

Total Views 2,466
5 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,400 Sq Ft
$166 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • Barn
  • Wooded Lot
  • 761 Feet of Waterfront
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

Historic Farmhouse on 12.8 Acres with 761' of Water Frontage on the Eastern RiverSet on 12.8 peaceful acres along the scenic Eastern River, this rare property boasts 761 feet of private water frontage in a truly idyllic setting. The 2,400 sq ft, 5-bedroom, 1.5-bath farmhouse—built in the mid-1800s—offers timeless New England charm and character, now awaiting a visionary to restore and reimagine.Adding to the property's appeal is a classic post and beam barn, rich with history and full of potential—perfect for storage or workshop space. The home requires renovations, including a new septic system and heating.Whether you're dreaming of a tranquil riverfront estate, a working farmstead, or a smart investment property, the possibilities here are substantial. The lot may be sub-dividable (buyer to confirm), offering added flexibility and opportunity for return on investment.With its rare combination of acreage, water frontage, and development potential, this property is ideal for investors, builders, or anyone seeking to create a truly special place in a serene, natural landscape. Don't miss your chance to bring new life to this historic gem.

Last Listed By

Melanie Cran Michael Navarro

Elevate Maine Realty Listed on: 05/31/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,184

Year Built

  • Built in 1850

Lot Details

  • 12.8 Acre Lot
  • 761 Feet of Waterfront
  • Rural Setting
  • Open Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned Rural Living

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Stone Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,400 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Attic

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom

Basement

  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Dirt Floor

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Farming

  • Barn
  • Pasture

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Natural Gas Not Available
  • Private Water Source
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Private Sewer

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 016
  • Assessor Parcel Number DRES-000006-000000-000016

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,184

Year Built

Built in 1850

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 12.8
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Eastern River
  • MLS Status: Active Under Contract
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2400.0
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Farmhouse
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 1850
  • Location Information:Leased Land: No
  • Location Information:HERS Certified: No
  • Property Information:Lot Size Acres -: 12.8
  • Property Information:Total Baths: 2.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2400.0
  • Property Information:Garage: Yes
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Water Info:Water Frontage2: Yes
  • Water Info:Water View2: Seasonal
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Oil: Yes
  • Cooling:None3: Yes
  • Floors:Carpet: Yes
  • Floors:Vinyl: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Basement Entry:Interior: Yes
  • Property Information:Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Exterior:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Water Heater:Electric2: Yes
  • Roof:Metal: Yes
  • Dining Room:Dining Room: Yes
  • Living Room:Living Room: Yes
  • Gas:No Gas: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Stone: Yes
  • Style:Colonial: Yes
  • Sewer:Private Sewer: Yes
  • Amenities:Laundry - 1st Floor: Yes
  • Basement:Dirt Floor: Yes
  • Amenities:Attic: Yes
  • Location:Rural: Yes
  • Water Info:Waterfront Amount -: 761.0
  • Water Info:Water Frontage Owned -: 761.0
  • Water:Private2: Yes
  • Driveway:Gravel: Yes
  • Site:Wooded: Yes
  • Site:PastureField: Yes
  • Electric:Fuses: Yes
  • Heat System:No Heat System: Yes
  • Other Structures:Barn: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: UnderContract

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Interior, Bulkhead, Dirt Floor
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Kitchen Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Primary Bedroom Primary Bedroom Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Pasture/Field, Open, Wooded, Rural
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Other Structures: Barn(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Metal
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: No Heat System
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Fuses, Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Private

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 557568.0
  • Parcel #: DRES-000006-000000-000016
  • Zoning: Rural Living

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5184.0
  • Tax Book Number: 6046
  • Tax Lot: 016
  • Tax Map Number: 06
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Source: Public Records

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 $5,184 $357,500 $134,200 $223,300
2023 $4,731 $303,300 $114,000 $189,300
2022 $4,187 $261,700 $98,400 $163,300
2021 $3,935 $209,300 $78,700 $130,600
2020 $3,935 $209,300 $78,700 $130,600
2018 $3,787 $209,233 $78,650 $130,583
2017 $3,724 $209,233 $78,650 $130,583
2016 $3,683 $209,233 $78,650 $130,583
2015 $3,578 $209,233 $78,650 $130,583
2014 $3,557 $209,233 $78,650 $130,583
2013 $3,138 $209,233 $78,650 $130,583
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/31/2025 05/31/25 For Sale $399,000 +53.5% $166 / Sq Ft
10/13/2023 10/13/23 Sold $260,000 -17.5% $108 / Sq Ft
09/18/2023 09/18/23 Pending -- -- --
04/01/2023 04/01/23 For Sale $315,000 -- $131 / Sq Ft
Source: Maine Listings

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Personal Reps Deed $260,000 None Available
Personal Reps Deed $260,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

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