Welcome to your new home! This charming gambrel style home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a detached garage with space for 2 cars, and an ample amount of storage above. As you approach the property, you will appreciate the lush landscaping and the cottage feel of the gardens, complete with fruit trees, mint gardens, plentiful lilacs, grape vines, rose bushes and so much more! Upon entering the home you are greeted with the spacious, eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and a hidden pantry in the entry way of the basement! Just through the kitchen, you will be brought to the cozy living room, where out of every window you are able to see either an apple tree, lush lawn and maybe even some wildlife! As you make your way upstairs by the wooden staircase, you will notice there is hardwood flooring throughout the hallway and bedrooms. The exterior of the property showcases a private backyard, making it the perfect space for relaxation and playtime. Whether you're looking for a place to read a book in peace or host a barbecue with friends, this backyard provides the ideal balance of privacy and natural beauty. Just a few short miles from hiking and biking trails, Togus Pond Boat Launch, Bicentennial Park, Western View Golf Course and so much more!
Move in ready! This turn key 2-3 bedroom, 1 bath home with 2 car garage boasts an open kitchen with new flooring and lots of natural light, a spacious living room with tile, and bedrooms with beautiful hardwood flooring. New electric water heater, plumbing and new electrical completed in 2016. Great workshop area in the walkout basement. 1.25 acres. Country living with close proximity to amenities including shopping and a golf course. What a fantastic opportunity!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,325 (+2.5%)
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2024
$2,268 (+3.7%)
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2023
$2,188 (+4.7%)
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2022
$2,089 (+4.7%)
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2021
$1,996
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2020
$1,996 (−0.1%)
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2019
$1,998
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2018
$1,998 (+2.9%)
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2017
$1,942 (+3.0%)
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2016
$1,886 (+1.5%)
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2015
$1,859 (+3.9%)
$38,000 + $57,800
$95,800
2014
$1,789
$38,000 + $57,800
$95,800
Tax history for 249 Ward Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,325 (+2.5%)
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2024
$2,268 (+3.7%)
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2023
$2,188 (+4.7%)
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2022
$2,089 (+4.7%)
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2021
$1,996
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2020
$1,996 (−0.1%)
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2019
$1,998
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2018
$1,998 (+2.9%)
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2017
$1,942 (+3.0%)
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2016
$1,886 (+1.5%)
$38,000 + $57,300
$95,300
2015
$1,859 (+3.9%)
$38,000 + $57,800
$95,800
2014
$1,789
$38,000 + $57,800
$95,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.25 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
960
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kennebec County
APN
696316
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Nov 7, 2023 • Active
Additions/alterations
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
Other Equipment: Air Radon Mitigation System
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Block
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,164
Building Area Source: Measured
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Porch
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1940
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,164
Green Energy Efficient: Dehumidifier
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $54,450
Lot Size (Acres): 1.25
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Open, Level, Wooded, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: RPDS
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,188
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 249 Ward Road, Augusta, ME 04330
Directions: GPS Friendly
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 960
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Kennebec County
APN: 696316
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
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Schools
Farrington School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 5.5mi
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Cony Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.4mi
3/10
Cony High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.4mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 91° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
14% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$257,000 – $311,000
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