Seller offering $5,000 incentive towards closing costs or interest rate buy down!!
Versatility and convenience define this mixed-use property in Wells, offering easy access to scenic US Route 1 and nearby beaches. Set in a highly accessible location with proximity to shopping and local amenities, the property provides an ideal balance for those seeking a residence with the added benefit of on-site workspace or income potential.
The well-maintained 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home blends classic charm with practical updates, featuring a functional layout including an attractive kitchen, 1st floor primary with updated bath and tiled shower, generous storage throughout, and 1st floor laundry.
An attached two-car garage is complemented by a spacious family/rec room above, offering flexible living or entertaining space. The detached oversized garage, built in 2018, expands the property's potential with a heated upper level--well suited for a studio, home office, workshop, or possible accessory dwelling unit (subject to local approvals).
Outdoor amenities include a large deck and patio with fire pit, creating inviting spaces to relax or gather with guests. Whether you're looking for a primary residence with room to grow, a live/work lifestyle, or added income opportunities, this property offers adaptability, comfort, and a location that keeps you connected to the best of the southern Maine coast.
Active
$675,000
417 Sanford Road, Wells, ME 04090
4beds
2,678sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1870
0.7 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$252/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 12 hours |
- 313 |
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Downing Real Estate Agency 207-985-3328
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1659602
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Skylight
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Dining Area
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Gas Fireplace, Built-in Features
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry, Skylight
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Informal, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: First
Heating
- Direct Vent Heater, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Wood
- Basement: Bulkhead
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,678
- Total interior livable area: 2,678 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,678
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.7 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: WLLSM050L31
- Zoning: RC
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Metal,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1870
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Wells
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $252/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $594,260
- Annual tax amount: $3,839
- Date on market: 4/28/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,046/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $675,000$252/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Listing removed | $675,000$252/sqft |
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| 3/25/2026 | Price change | $675,000-2.9%$252/sqft |
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| 1/28/2026 | Price change | $695,000-4.1%$260/sqft |
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| 9/27/2025 | Price change | $725,000-2%$271/sqft |
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| 9/11/2025 | Price change | $739,900-1.3%$276/sqft |
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| 7/22/2025 | Price change | $749,900-5.7%$280/sqft |
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| 7/2/2025 | Price change | $795,000-5.9%$297/sqft |
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| 6/16/2025 | Price change | $845,000-0.6%$316/sqft |
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| 6/10/2025 | Price change | $850,000-0.6%$317/sqft |
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| 6/2/2025 | Price change | $855,000-0.6%$319/sqft |
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| 5/27/2025 | Price change | $860,000-0.6%$321/sqft |
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| 5/20/2025 | Price change | $865,000-0.6%$323/sqft |
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| 5/14/2025 | Price change | $870,000-0.6%$325/sqft |
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| 4/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $875,000$327/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,613 +2% | $594,260 |
| 2023 | $3,542 +8.2% | $594,260 +89.9% |
| 2022 | $3,273 -0.6% | $312,900 |
| 2021 | $3,292 +8.8% | $312,900 +8.4% |
| 2020 | $3,025 +0.6% | $288,650 |
| 2019 | $3,008 +10.1% | $288,650 +9.1% |
| 2018 | $2,731 +15.9% | $264,670 +14.1% |
| 2017 | $2,357 +1% | $231,950 |
| 2016 | $2,333 +1.8% | $231,950 +0.8% |
| 2015 | $2,291 +9.1% | $230,210 |
| 2013 | $2,100 -13.9% | $230,210 -18.5% |
| 2012 | $2,438 | $282,460 |
| 2011 | $2,438 +3.6% | $282,460 |
| 2009 | $2,353 +1.3% | $282,460 |
| 2008 | $2,322 +38.7% | $282,460 +33.2% |
| 2005 | $1,674 | $212,130 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$3,970/mo
Principal & interest
$3481
Property taxes
$489
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 04090
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Wells Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Wells Junior High SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 8/10Wells High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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- Maine
- York County
- Wells
- 04090
- 417 Sanford Road




