William A. Ramsdell House - 173 yr. old Italianate Victorian built in 1853 by a ship's joiner who helped craft wooden sailing vessels for which the town was renowned. Dual revenue income possibilities - 1 BR in-law apt. and 2-story carriage house antique shop with pulley-run elevator and cupola with weathervane. Lovingly restored and maintained, it features 10' ceilings, original woodwork, hard wood floors with varying parquet designs, 7 different tin ceiling patterns, picture rail moldings and many other elegant period details including a separate service stair, and a 3-floor main staircase whose final steps curve upward as you enter your own cupola with window seats for wonderful river views. 8' X 30' covered porch off the kitchen, great for entertaining. Cozy, private back yard. Located in Richmond's historic district, minutes to restaurants, pub, grocery store, post office, hardware store, waterfront park and boat launch. Boat the Kennebec through Merrymeeting Bay to Bath and the open ocean. Across the Kennebec awaits historic Swan Island, a 2,019-acre Maine Wildlife Management Area for camping, hiking and more. Some furnishings negotiable. Commutable to Augusta, Waterville, Brunswick, Freeport, Portland, 1.5 hrs to Bangor. 19 min. to Wiscasset and the stunning Maine coast, under 2 hrs to Sugarloaf or Sunday River ski areas. Portland jetport just 47 min. away. 2.5 hrs to downtown Boston.
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$579,900
274 Front Street, Richmond, ME 04357
4beds
3,060sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1853
0.37 Acres Lot
$582,400 Zestimate®
$190/sqft
$3,142 Estimated rent
Home value
$582,400
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Separate service stairPicture rail moldingsElegant period detailsOriginal woodwork
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Listed by:
Kezar Realty
Bought with:
Fontaine Family-The Real Estate Leader
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1649712
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Den
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Library
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Media room
- Level: Second
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Zoned, Radiator
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Attic, Bathtub, In-Law Floorplan, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Bulkhead,Interior Entry,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,060
- Total interior livable area: 3,060 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,060
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Gravel, Paved, 5 - 10 Spaces, On Site, On Street, Detached, Storage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Body of water: Kennebec River
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Historic District, City Lot, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Neighborhood, Corner Lot, Level, Open Lot, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: RICDMU01L14700
- Zoning: Village
- Other equipment: Cable, Internet Access Available
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Clapboard
- Foundation: Stone, Granite
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1853
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Generator Hookup
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Utilities On
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Ceiling Fans, Thermostat
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Richmond
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Sold | $579,900$190/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Pending sale | $579,900$190/sqft |
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| 4/3/2026 | Price change | $579,900-3.2%$190/sqft |
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| 1/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $599,000$196/sqft |
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| 1/20/2026 | Listing removed | $599,000$196/sqft |
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| 1/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $599,000$196/sqft |
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| 10/16/2025 | Listing removed | $599,000$196/sqft |
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| 9/21/2025 | Price change | $599,000-2.6%$196/sqft |
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| 9/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $615,000-1.6%$201/sqft |
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| 8/22/2025 | Listing removed | $625,000$204/sqft |
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| 4/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $625,000+115.5%$204/sqft |
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| 6/29/2020 | Sold | $290,000-3.3%$95/sqft |
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| 5/13/2020 | Listed for sale | $299,900-6.3%$98/sqft |
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| 1/24/2019 | Listing removed | $320,000$105/sqft |
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| 8/10/2018 | Price change | $320,000-3%$105/sqft |
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| 1/23/2018 | Listed for sale | $330,000$108/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,633 +9.8% | $238,700 |
| 2023 | $5,132 +10% | $238,700 |
| 2022 | $4,667 | $238,700 |
| 2021 | $4,667 | $238,700 |
| 2020 | $4,667 | $238,700 |
| 2019 | $4,667 | $238,700 |
| 2018 | $4,667 +9.7% | $238,700 +9.7% |
| 2017 | $4,254 +2.1% | $217,600 |
| 2016 | $4,167 +2.4% | $217,600 |
| 2015 | $4,069 -3.1% | $217,600 |
| 2014 | $4,200 +6.6% | $217,600 |
| 2013 | $3,939 +5.9% | $217,600 |
| 2012 | $3,721 +1.3% | $217,600 -19.5% |
| 2011 | $3,675 +23.7% | $270,200 |
| 2008 | $2,972 | $270,200 +91% |
| 2005 | -- | $141,500 |
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Neighborhood: 04357
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- 3/10Marcia Buker SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Richmond Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Richmond High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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