If you don't know Bowdoinham, here is a great excuse to explore this close-knit, rural, village just 30 minutes north of Portland and 25 minutes south of Augusta! Bowdoinham comprises folks of all kinds, from organic farmers, artists, artisans, writers, musicians and community helpers to those who enjoy all of that as part of a village lifestyle!
This 1800s home, modified/updated along the way to 'now', is full of quirky charm! From the side porch to the upper deck, there is ample room to spread out and enjoy. The kitchen includes a side room just begging to be an amazing pantry! The LR includes a pellet stove, and a Rinnai with heat pumps added throughout for both heat and AC! The 1st fl BR and sitting room, bath, and laundry, make single floor living easy. Upstairs, you'll find 3 bedrooms each with its own personality, a large bath, and family room with door to the elevated deck overlooking the rear yard. The oversized, heated garage offers big doors and lots of clearance plus a workshop or studio on the 2nd level! Have your business where you live and love the commute! Close to the waterfront park, boat launch, pub, country store, arts center, and I295, experience the comfort and the many opportunities to be found with 142 River Road, Bowdoinham!
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$520,000
142 River Road, Bowdoinham, ME 04008
4beds
2,423sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1836
1.15 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$215/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large bathUpper deckSide porch
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Basin Point Real Estate
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1670021
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 1
- Features: Closet, Suite
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet
- Level: Second
Family room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Heat Stove
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Other
- Features: Utility Room
- Level: First
Heating
- Direct Vent Heater, Heat Pump, Pellet Stove
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, One-Floor Living, Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Wood, Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Doghouse,Exterior Entry,Dirt Floor,Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,423
- Total interior livable area: 2,423 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,423
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces, Garage Door Opener, Detached, Heated Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- On waterfront: Yes
- Body of water: tidal, W branch Cathance River
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 168,Waterfrontage Owned: 168
Lot
- Size: 1.15 Acres
- Features: City Lot, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: BOWNMU04L005
- Zoning: Residential
- Other equipment: Cable, Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Clapboard, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone, Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1836
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Generator Hookup
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Bowdoinham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $215/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $237,800
- Annual tax amount: $5,105
- Date on market: 7/2/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $520,000$215/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,994 +7.7% | $237,800 |
| 2023 | $4,637 +29.9% | $237,800 +20.5% |
| 2022 | $3,569 +6.6% | $197,300 |
| 2021 | $3,348 +0.6% | $197,300 |
| 2020 | $3,328 +2.4% | $197,300 |
| 2019 | $3,250 +8.4% | $197,300 +12.9% |
| 2018 | $2,998 -5.2% | $174,800 -6.8% |
| 2017 | $3,161 +8% | $187,600 +6.1% |
| 2016 | $2,926 +0.6% | $176,800 |
| 2015 | $2,908 +1.2% | $176,800 |
| 2014 | $2,873 +5.4% | $176,800 -0.2% |
| 2013 | $2,727 +2% | $177,100 +0% |
| 2012 | $2,673 +4.5% | $177,052 +2.5% |
| 2011 | $2,557 | $172,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 04008
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Bowdoinham Community SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Mt Ararat Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.9 mi
- 4/10Mt Ararat High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.1 mi
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- Maine
- Sagadahoc County
- Bowdoinham
- 04008
- 142 River Road
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