Pending

$265,000

8 James Avenue, Sanford, ME 04073

2beds

956sqft

$1,783/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1954

0.26 Acres Lot

$259,900 Zestimate^®

$277/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

One-car garageSolid layoutTwo-bedroom one-bath ranch

Excellent Investment Opportunity or Make It Your Own! This charming two-bedroom, one-bath ranch has plenty of potential and is ready for your vision. Whether you're looking for a great investment property or a home you can update on your own timeline, this property offers a fantastic opportunity. Features include: Spacious, level backyard with a patio -- perfect for entertaining, outdoor activities, and games One-car garage Full basement with laundry area Convenient city water and sewer Solid layout with plenty of potential The home primarily needs cosmetic updates, giving you the opportunity to add your personal style and transform it into something truly special. Come take a look and see for yourself the possibilities this home has to offer. With the right updates, this could be an amazing place to call home!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: First

Bedroom 1

Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Heating

Baseboard, Hot Water

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator

Features

1st Floor Bedroom
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Basement: Interior Entry,Full,Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 956
Total interior livable area: 956 sqft
Finished area above ground: 956
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces, Garage Door Opener
Attached garage spaces: 1

Features

Patio & porch: Patio

Lot

Size: 0.26 Acres
Features: City Lot, Neighborhood, Corner Lot, Level, Open Lot, Landscaped

Details

Parcel number: SANFM0K38B1
Zoning: SR
Other equipment: Cable, Internet Access Available

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

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

Condition

Year built: 1954

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Sanford

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $277/sqft
Tax assessed value: $231,200
Annual tax amount: $3,986
Date on market: 9/2/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$259,900

$247,000 - $273,000

$1,959/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/3/2026	Pending sale	$265,000$277/sqft
Source: Maine Listings #1678761 Report a problem
9/2/2026	Listed for sale	$265,000+71.1%$277/sqft
Source: Maine Listings #1678761 Report a problem
4/1/2018	Listing removed	$1,300$1/sqft
Source: Century 21 Samia Realty Report a problem
3/19/2018	Listed for rent	$1,300$1/sqft
Source: Century 21 Samia Realty Report a problem
6/11/2010	Listing removed	$154,900$162/sqft
Source: Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Masiello Group #917378 Report a problem
3/31/2009	Listed for sale	$154,900-3.2%$162/sqft
Source: Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Masiello Group #917378 Report a problem
1/20/2006	Sold	$160,000$167/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$3,500	$231,200
2023	$3,500 +2.3%	$231,200
2022	$3,422 +1.6%	$231,200 +24.8%
2021	$3,369	$185,300
2020	$3,369 +6.3%	$185,300 +21%
2019	$3,169 +3.1%	$153,100 +2.1%
2018	$3,073 +3.7%	$149,900 +4.9%
2017	$2,964 -0.9%	$142,900 +8.7%
2016	$2,990 +3.2%	$131,500 +0.1%
2015	$2,896 +1.9%	$131,400
2014	$2,841 +2%	$131,400
2013	$2,786 +5.7%	$131,400 -3.7%
2012	$2,635 +8.3%	$136,400 -1.7%
2011	$2,432 +0.7%	$138,800 -5.6%
2009	$2,415 -2%	$147,100 -6.3%
2008	$2,465 +3%	$157,000 -4.3%
2006	$2,394	$164,000