This classic beauty with views of the Damariscotta River is waiting for its next chapter. Inside this charming home, you'll find spacious rooms, abundant natural light, four large bedrooms, two separate living areas, and a grand dining room made for gathering. A unique studio space adds even more flexibility, whether you need a home office, art studio, or whatever your imagination would like!
Outside, mature perennial gardens and thoughtful landscaping create a stunning, established setting that's rare to find. Super close to the town of Damariscotta.
Warm, welcoming, and full of possibility, this home is ready for someone to move in and make their own memories.
Active
$699,000
55 River Road, Newcastle, ME 04553
4beds
2,496sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$4,551/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
0.94 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$280/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Abundant natural lightThoughtful landscapingFour large bedroomsSpacious roomsMature perennial gardensUnique studio space
- 11 days |
- 1,350 |
- 77 |
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Listed by:
Keller Williams Realty
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1671884
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bonus room
- Features: Above Garage, Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 480 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 x 16
Den
- Level: First
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features, Formal, Heat Stove
- Level: First
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry
- Level: First
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Heating
- Baseboard, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Wood Stove
Cooling
- None, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Bulkhead,Interior Entry,Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,496
- Total interior livable area: 2,496 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,496
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved, 5 - 10 Spaces
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Body of water: Damariscotta River
Lot
- Size: 0.94 Acres
- Features: City Lot, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Town, Rolling Slope, Sidewalks, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Parcel number: NEWCM012L051
- Zoning: Village Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse,Greek Revival
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Clapboard, Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Newcastle
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $280/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $331,200
- Annual tax amount: $7,559
- Date on market: 7/15/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000+118.4%$280/sqft |
Source:  Maine Listings #1671884 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2020 | Sold | $320,000-13.3%$128/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1424770 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2019 | Listed for sale | $369,000$148/sqft |
Source: Newcastle Realty #1424770 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,299 | $331,200 |
| 2023 | $5,299 +0.6% | $331,200 |
| 2022 | $5,266 +3.9% | $331,200 |
| 2021 | $5,067 | $331,200 |
| 2020 | $5,067 +18.1% | $331,200 +38.2% |
| 2019 | $4,289 | $239,600 |
| 2018 | $4,289 -0.8% | $239,600 |
| 2017 | $4,325 | $239,600 |
| 2016 | $4,325 | $239,600 |
| 2015 | $4,325 +13.5% | $239,600 |
| 2013 | $3,810 +6.7% | $239,600 |
| 2012 | $3,570 +4.2% | $239,600 |
| 2011 | $3,426 | $239,600 -12.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $273,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $273,000 |
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Neighborhood: 04553
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Great Salt Bay Community SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1.9 mi
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