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Offered at $425,000Active
beds
3
baths
2
sq ft
3,672
Built
1973

1481 S River Road

Calais, ME 04619

About this home

A glimpse of the water in the distance and 19 acres to call your own. This thoughtfully updated home offers the best of Maine living...mornings begin with coffee in the sunroom and evenings end watching the light dance across the St. Croix River from your deck. Set 9 miles from Calais, the property combines open lawn space with wooded acreage, creating privacy while embracing the surrounding landscape. The expansive backyard gently draws your eye toward the river views, offering a peaceful backdrop in every season. Built in 1973 and beautifully remodeled, the home blends timeless character with thoughtful updates. Hardwood floors complement the warm and inviting living spaces, while the kitchen serves as the heart of the home with a massive granite island, granite countertops, and abundant room for gathering. A fireplace anchors the first-floor living room, creating a welcoming atmosphere year-round. Designed for comfortable first-floor living, the home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, including a soaking tub perfect for unwinding at day's end. The bright sunroom provides the perfect place to enjoy the beauty of every season. The finished lower level expands the home's possibilities with a family room, media room, and library featuring a second fireplace, plus two additional rooms ideal for guests, home offices, hobbies, or flexible living space. A laundry room and generous storage area complete this level. Outside, you'll appreciate the two car garage, paved driveway, whole-house generator, and the peace of mind they provide. Life here extends well beyond the property. Washington County is known for its four-season appeal, offering nearby lakes and waterways to explore, exceptional fishing and hunting opportunities, and miles of snowmobile trails to enjoy throughout the winter months. Space, comfort, river views, and the very best of Maine living come together in this exceptional property all while remaining just minutes from the conveniences of Calais

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Listed by Listing Agent · Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northeast Real Estate · MLS #1674015

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Details at a glance

Interior5 property facts
Rooms
11
Heating
Propane, Wood, Baseboard, Hot Water, Wood Stove
Cooling
None
Flooring
Carpet, Concrete, Wood
Fireplaces
2
Building5 property facts
Style
Single Family Residence
Year built
1973
Garage
2
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Metal
Land & utilities4 property facts
Lot size
19 acres
Water
Private, Well
Sewer
Private Sewer, Septic Tank
Zoning
res/farm/residence
Financial2 property facts
Annual taxes
$4,889
Assessment year
2024

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Known monthly costs$2,556 / monthAdjust
Principal & interest
$2,149
Property tax
$407
Insurance
Not entered
HOA
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Listing annual taxes: $4,889. Initial monthly tax is one twelfth of that amount. HOA amount was not supplied.

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