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Price cut: $45.1K (9/23)

$249,900

23 Cottage Street, Sanford, ME 04073

3beds

1,330sqft

$1,837/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1930

5,662 Square Feet Lot

$244,100 Zestimate^®

$188/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Nice backyardHalf bathFunctional galley kitchenThree bedroomsDining roomPaved driveway

Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Sanford, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers comfortable living with excellent access to local amenities. The first floor features a functional galley kitchen, dining room, spacious living room, versatile flex room perfect for a home office, playroom, or den, and a full bathroom. Upstairs you'll find three bedrooms and a half bath. Outside, enjoy a paved driveway and a nice backyard. The lot size and zoning provide flexibility for an additional dwelling unit, offering possibilities for additional living space or rental income, subject to local approvals. Ideally situated just minutes from shops, restaurants, and other downtown conveniences, this home is also close to scenic walking trails and the recreational opportunities at Number One Pond, making it an excellent choice for those seeking both convenience and outdoor enjoyment.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Bedroom 1

Level: Second

Bedroom 2

Level: Second

Bedroom 3

Level: Second

Bonus room

Level: First

Dining room

Level: First

Kitchen

Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Heating

Hot Water

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Features

Flooring: Laminate, Wood, Linoleum
Basement: Bulkhead,Interior Entry,Full
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,330
Total interior livable area: 1,330 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,330
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces, Off Street

Lot

Size: 5,662 Square Feet
Features: City Lot, Sidewalks

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s)
Parcel number: SANFM0J28B33
Zoning: U

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: New Englander
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Metal

Condition

Year built: 1930

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Sanford

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $188/sqft
Tax assessed value: $204,700
Annual tax amount: $3,529
Date on market: 8/7/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$244,100

$232,000 - $256,000

$2,400/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/23/2026	Price change	$249,900-15.3%$188/sqft
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8/7/2026	Listed for sale	$295,000+133.2%$222/sqft
Source: Maine Listings #1675171 Report a problem
10/5/2017	Sold	$126,500+1.3%$95/sqft
Source: Maine Listings #1308411 Report a problem
8/4/2017	Price change	$124,900-3.8%$94/sqft
Source: CENTURY 21 Samia Realty #1308411 Report a problem
7/10/2017	Price change	$129,900-3.7%$98/sqft
Source: CENTURY 21 Samia Realty #1308411 Report a problem
6/12/2017	Price change	$134,900-3.6%$101/sqft
Source: CENTURY 21 Samia Realty #1308411 Report a problem
5/23/2017	Listed for sale	$139,900$105/sqft
Source: Century 21 Samia Realty #1308411 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$3,099	$204,700
2023	$3,099 +2.3%	$204,700
2022	$3,030 +3.3%	$204,700 +26.9%
2021	$2,932	$161,300
2020	$2,932 +10%	$161,300 +25.2%
2019	$2,666 +2.1%	$128,800 +1.2%
2018	$2,610 +4.4%	$127,300 +5.6%
2017	$2,501 +6%	$120,600 +16.2%
2016	$2,360 +7.2%	$103,800 +3.9%
2015	$2,202 +1.9%	$99,900
2014	$2,160 +2%	$99,900
2013	$2,118 +4%	$99,900 -5.2%
2012	$2,036 +10.2%	$105,400
2011	$1,847 +0.1%	$105,400 -6.2%
2009	$1,846 -4.6%	$112,400 -8.8%
2008	$1,936 +0.2%	$123,300 -6.8%
2006	$1,932	$132,300