BACK ON THE MARKET AT NO FAULT OF THE HOME! Lovingly maintained by the same family for over 50 years, this warm and inviting home offers a rare blend of character, comfort, and convenience. Sunlight fills the spacious interior, highlighting the beautiful flooring throughout. There's plenty of room to spread out, with ample storage to keep everything organized.
Recent updates include a new TC Hafford basement system, several new windows and flooring improvements, and a low-maintenance metal roof—giving peace of mind for years to come.
Centrally located with an easy commute to Farmington, Augusta, and Lewiston/Auburn, this home is the perfect blend of rural tranquility and accessible living.
Closed
$280,000
740 Franklin Road, Jay, ME 04239
4beds
1,630sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
1.43 Acres Lot
$283,100 Zestimate®
$172/sqft
$1,987 Estimated rent
Home value
$283,100
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,987/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 02, 2025 at 01:09pm
Listed by:
Somerset Group Real Estate
Bought with:
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1608171
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bonus room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Sunroom
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Wood
- Basement: Bulkhead,Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,630
- Total interior livable area: 1,630 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,630
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Glassed-in Porch
Lot
- Size: 1.43 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: JAYYM006L110
- Zoning: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Jay
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/15/2025 | Sold | $280,000+0.4%$172/sqft |
Source:  Maine Listings #1608171 | ||
| 9/15/2025 | Pending sale | $279,000$171/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1608171 | ||
| 8/8/2025 | Contingent | $279,000$171/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1608171 | ||
| 7/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $279,000-3.5%$171/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1608171 | ||
| 5/14/2025 | Contingent | $289,000$177/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1608171 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,451 -4.3% | $111,400 |
| 2023 | $2,562 +12.2% | $111,400 |
| 2022 | $2,284 | $111,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 04239
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Spruce Mountain Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 2.5 mi
- 2/10Spruce Mountain Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 3/10Spruce Mountain High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
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