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    51 Gould Road, Lisbon, ME 04252

    4beds
    3,044sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1946
    2.3 Acres Lot
    $810,100 Zestimate®
    $279/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Center islandAntique cookstoveNumerous built in cabinetsWide-plank floorsBright roomsMajestic center chimneyColonial style treasure
    NEW PRICE! Step back in time to an era of craftsmanship and charm in this colonial style treasure, where wide-plank floors and a majestic center chimney anchor timeless elegance in this welcoming country home. Built in 1946 by Maine author John Gould known for his quintessential storytelling in 30 published books and columnist. In his book 'The House Jacob Built' (Gould's great grandfather) Jacob Gould built the original house on this lot in 1780 which later burned in a fire. The current home is a replica of the original house in the book and was occupied by Gould and his family from 1946-1973. Original forged hardware on doors and numerous built in cabinets. With a wide center foyer leading to all rooms on the main level and a stairway to upstairs gives this house a wonderful flow. Bright rooms, new replacement windows throughout house in 2025, main floors have been refinished, new tile floors in kitchen, mud room and bath, new interior and exterior lighting. The grand great room has refinished red oak flooring and fireplace. A stunning country kitchen with built in place cabinets, new stainless appliances, antique cookstove and center island. Once a writing room, the home office is ready to serve your work from home needs. The library is a cozy room just off the foyer and is filled with books and is ready for you to enjoy. There is a spacious workshop off the attached carriage house which gives you a glimpse of days gone by. Upstairs there is a spacious reading nook with a built in magazine rack and steady stream of sunlight to enjoy a lazy afternoon with a good book. There are 4 spacious bedrooms all with large closets and built-ins. The updated 2 full bathrooms have ample space for your bathing needs. There is a large walk-in attic off the primary bedroom with future claimable living or work space needs. The barn has ample room on the main level and lower level for horses, goats ect. Once a thriving flower and vegetable farm this could be your gentleman's farm.
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    Portside Real Estate Group

    Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1641311MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Second
      Den
      • Level: First
      Great room
      • Features: Wood Burning Fireplace
      • Level: First
      Kitchen
      • Features: Heat Stove, Kitchen Island
      • Level: First
      Laundry
      • Level: First
      Library
      • Features: Built-in Features
      • Level: First
      Office
      • Level: First
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Wood Stove
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
      Features
      • Flooring: Tile, Wood
      • Windows: Double Pane Windows
      • Basement: Bulkhead,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Full,Other,Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Furnished: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,044
      • Total interior livable area: 3,044 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 3,044
      • Finished area below ground: 0
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 6
      • Parking features: Gravel, 5 - 10 Spaces, Garage Door Opener, Detached, Storage, Basement
      • Garage spaces: 6
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Fields, Trees/Woods
      Lot
      • Size: 2.3 Acres
      • Features: Rural, Level, Open Lot, Landscaped
      Details
      • Additional structures: Barn(s)
      • Parcel number: LISNMR02L049
      • Zoning: R O Sapce 1

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Block, Poured Concrete
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1946

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Private Sewer
      • Water: Private

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Lisbon

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $279/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $558,600
      • Annual tax amount: $9,188
      • Date on market: 10/19/2025
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $810,100

        $770,000 - $851,000

        $3,227/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        4/23/2026Contingent$849,900$279/sqft
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        3/13/2026Price change$849,900-5%$279/sqft
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        1/22/2026Price change$895,000-4.2%$294/sqft
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        1/1/2026Price change$934,000-1.7%$307/sqft
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        10/19/2025Listed for sale$949,900+46.1%$312/sqft
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        6/2/2025Sold$650,000$214/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$7,597 +11.2%$558,600 +72.5%
        2023$6,834 -9.2%$323,900 -0.6%
        2022$7,528 +5.2%$325,900 +0.6%
        2021$7,158 -8.5%$323,900 -4.3%
        2020$7,819 +12.6%$338,500 -31.8%
        2019$6,945 -32.5%$496,200 +14.3%
        2018$10,291 +7.2%$434,300 +0.1%
        2017$9,602 +3.2%$433,900 +0.9%
        2016$9,300 $430,200 +65%
        2015$9,300 +56.5%$260,700
        2014$5,945 -0.9%$260,700
        2013$5,996 +3.3%$260,700
        2012$5,803 +5%$260,700 -0.9%
        2011$5,525 $263,100 +32.2%
        2008-- $199,030 +0.4%
        2005-- $198,160

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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: 04252

          Getting around

          8 / 100
          Car-Dependent
          19 / 100
          Somewhat Bikeable

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