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    • Price cut: $25K (8/3)
    $495,000

    142 River Road, Bowdoinham, ME 04008

    4beds
    2,423sqft
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    $3,295/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1836
    1.15 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $204/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Upper deckSide porch
    If you don't know Bowdoinham, here is a great excuse to explore this close-knit, rural, village just 30 minutes north of Portland and 25 minutes south of Augusta! Bowdoinham comprises folks of all kinds, from organic farmers, artists and artisans, writers, musicians, community helpers and generations of residents to those who enjoy all of that as part of a village lifestyle! This 1800s home, modified/updated along the way to 'now', is full of quirky charm! From the side porch to the upper deck, there is ample room to spread out and enjoy. The kitchen includes a side room just begging to be an amazing pantry or whatever you need it to be. Heat options include 2 x K1-fired Rinnai units, 4 heat pump heads over both levels for both heat and AC, and radiant floor heat (1st fl bathroom), as well as electric baseboards in a few rooms. The 1st fl BR and sitting room, bath, and laundry make single floor living easy. Upstairs, you'll find 3 bedrooms each with its own personality, a large bath, and family room with a door to the elevated deck overlooking the rear yard. The oversized, heated, garage offers big doors and lots of clearance plus a workshop or studio on the 2nd level! Have your business where you live and love the commute! Close to the waterfront park, boat launch, pub, country store, arts center, and I295, experience the comfort and the many opportunities to be found with 142 River Road, Bowdoinham!
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    Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1670021MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Closet
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 1
      • Features: Closet, Suite
      • Level: First
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Closet
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Closet
      • Level: Second
      Family room
      • Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
      • Level: Second
      Kitchen
      • Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
      • Level: First
      Living room
      • Features: Heat Stove
      • Level: First
      Office
      • Level: First
      Other
      • Features: Utility Room
      • Level: First
      Heating
      • Direct Vent Heater, Heat Pump, Pellet Stove
      Cooling
      • Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      Features
      • 1st Floor Bedroom, One-Floor Living, Pantry
      • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Wood, Ceramic Tile
      • Basement: Doghouse,Exterior Entry,Dirt Floor,Partial
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,423
      • Total interior livable area: 2,423 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,423
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces, Garage Door Opener, Detached, Heated Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Multi/Split
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
      • On waterfront: Yes
      • Body of water: tidal, W branch Cathance River
      • Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 168,Waterfrontage Owned: 168
      Lot
      • Size: 1.15 Acres
      • Features: City Lot, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Wooded
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: BOWNMU04L005
      • Zoning: Residential
      • Other equipment: Cable, Generator

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cape Cod,Farmhouse
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Frame, Clapboard, Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Stone, Poured Concrete
      • Roof: Composition,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1836

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers, Generator Hookup
      • Sewer: Private Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Bowdoinham

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $204/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $237,800
      • Annual tax amount: $5,105
      • Date on market: 7/2/2026
      • Road surface type: Paved

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/3/2026Price change$495,000-4.8%$204/sqft
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        7/2/2026Listed for sale$520,000$215/sqft
        Source: Maine Listings #1670021 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$4,994 +7.7%$237,800
        2023$4,637 +29.9%$237,800 +20.5%
        2022$3,569 +6.6%$197,300
        2021$3,348 +0.6%$197,300
        2020$3,328 +2.4%$197,300
        2019$3,250 +8.4%$197,300 +12.9%
        2018$2,998 -5.2%$174,800 -6.8%
        2017$3,161 +8%$187,600 +6.1%
        2016$2,926 +0.6%$176,800
        2015$2,908 +1.2%$176,800
        2014$2,873 +5.4%$176,800 -0.2%
        2013$2,727 +2%$177,100 +0%
        2012$2,673 +4.5%$177,052 +2.5%
        2011$2,557 $172,800
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 04008

        Getting around

        16 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        16 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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