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$475,000

23 Countryside Lane, Bethel, ME 04217

3beds

1,904sqft

$2,917/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 2005

1.49 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$249/sqft

$32/mo HOA

What's special

Cozy wood-burning fireplaceOpen floor plan

Tucked away on 1.49 private wooded acres, this furnished 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and convenience. With 1,904 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, the home features an open floor plan, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and a spacious deck overlooking the peaceful natural surroundings. A full unfinished basement provides excellent storage for outdoor gear or future expansion, while a Tesla EV charger adds modern convenience. Located just 25 minutes from Sunday River Resort, 12 minutes from Mt. Abram Ski Area & Bike Park, and less than 20 minutes from downtown Bethel, this property offers easy access to skiing, hiking, mountain biking, golf, dining, and all the year-round recreation Western Maine is known for.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Bedroom 1

Features: Closet
Level: First

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet
Level: Second

Bedroom 3

Level: Second

Dining room

Features: Dining Area
Level: First

Kitchen

Level: First

Living room

Features: Wood Burning Fireplace, Built-in Features
Level: First

Heating

Baseboard, Hot Water, Zoned, Wood Stove

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Features

1st Floor Bedroom, Storage
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Windows: Double Pane Windows
Basement: Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Full,Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 1

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,904
Total interior livable area: 1,904 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,904
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)

Features

Patio & porch: Deck
Has view: Yes
View description: Trees/Woods

Lot

Size: 1.49 Acres
Features: Rural, Rolling Slope

Details

Parcel number: BETLM15L004S4
Zoning: Residential
Other equipment: Internet Access Available

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Chalet
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Frame, Wood Siding
Foundation: Poured Concrete
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 2005

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Well

Green energy

Energy efficient items: Thermostat

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Countryside Acres

HOA

Has HOA: Yes
HOA fee: $385 annually

Location

Region: Bethel

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $249/sqft
Tax assessed value: $244,000
Annual tax amount: $3,873
Date on market: 7/15/2026

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/15/2026	Listed for sale	$475,000-8.5%$249/sqft
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6/24/2026	Listing removed	$519,000$273/sqft
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6/11/2026	Listed for sale	$519,000-5.6%$273/sqft
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6/11/2026	Listing removed	$550,000$289/sqft
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4/17/2026	Price change	$550,000-3.5%$289/sqft
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3/19/2026	Listed for sale	$570,000-6.6%$299/sqft
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3/1/2026	Listing removed	$610,000$320/sqft
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1/8/2026	Listed for sale	$610,000$320/sqft
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7/9/2025	Listing removed	$3,700$2/sqft
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7/1/2025	Listed for rent	$3,700$2/sqft
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6/14/2025	Listing removed	$610,000$320/sqft
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3/26/2025	Price change	$610,000-2.4%$320/sqft
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2/6/2025	Listed for sale	$625,000+54.3%$328/sqft
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9/23/2021	Sold	$405,000$213/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$3,404 +8.1%	$244,000
2023	$3,148 +5.4%	$244,000
2022	$2,987 +2.4%	$244,000 +12.5%
2021	$2,917 +4.8%	$216,900 +13%
2020	$2,783	$191,900
2019	$2,783 +2.7%	$191,900 +0.5%
2018	$2,711 +5.2%	$190,900
2016	$2,577 -2.2%	$190,900
2015	$2,634 +12.2%	$190,900
2013	$2,348	$190,900