BELGRADE This cozy, turn-key house in the heart of the Belgrade Lakes region has a ton of character and is waiting for you to call it home! Conveniently located a short distance to both Augusta and Waterville, this 1 acre private level lot is surrounded by woods and has plenty of space for outdoor entertaining, including a fire pit to gather at. One-floor living with plenty of room for the entire family in the sunny den, enjoy a meal in the large kitchen with breakfast bar on the pass-through, or convert the home office back to a formal dining room. Lots of cabinet space, convenient laundry in the closet, window above the sink and newer electric range in the kitchen. Two good sized bedrooms are filled with light, each with their own closet and full bath with tub/shower. Downstairs is the perfect spot for your workshop, or convert to a media room, with outdoor access through the bulkhead. You won't have to worry about cleaning your car off this winter with the 2-car detached garage and plenty of room to store your snowblower. Generator hook-up, vinyl siding and standing seam metal roof for peace of mind. Enjoy the weekly farmers markets in Belgrade Lakes, short distance to numerous public boat ramps, Belgrade Golf Course, only 20 mins to shopping, amenities and I-95, while only an hour to Sugarloaf resort for four seasons recreation! Be in your new home in time for Spring!
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$276Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Trisha Cheney• Portside Real Estate Group
Nice , cute , clean open concept 2 plus bedroom ranch, newer 2 car detached garage, located on a one acre lot. Home has been taken well care of , has metal roof and vinyl siding for carefree maintenance .
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,271 (+11.6%)
$49,700 + $164,500
$214,200
2024
$2,035 (+6.2%)
$49,700 + $164,500
$214,200
2023
$1,917 (+2.9%)
$49,700 + $164,500
$214,200
2022
$1,863
$37,000 + $84,100
$121,100
2021
$1,863
$37,000 + $84,100
$121,100
2020
$1,863
$37,000 + $84,100
$121,100
2019
$1,863 (+5.4%)
$37,000 + $84,100
$121,100
2018
$1,768 (+1.4%)
$37,000 + $84,100
$121,100
2017
$1,744 (+1.6%)
$37,000 + $84,100
$121,100
2016
$1,716 (+3.2%)
$38,500 + $84,100
$122,600
2015
$1,663 (+2.3%)
$38,500 + $83,300
$121,800
2014
$1,626 (+22.2%)
$38,500 + $83,300
$121,800
2013
$1,331
$38,500 + $72,900
$111,400
Tax history for 257 Manchester Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,271 (+11.6%)
$49,700 + $164,500
$214,200
2024
$2,035 (+6.2%)
$49,700 + $164,500
$214,200
2023
$1,917 (+2.9%)
$49,700 + $164,500
$214,200
2022
$1,863
$37,000 + $84,100
$121,100
2021
$1,863
$37,000 + $84,100
$121,100
2020
$1,863
$37,000 + $84,100
$121,100
2019
$1,863 (+5.4%)
$37,000 + $84,100
$121,100
2018
$1,768 (+1.4%)
$37,000 + $84,100
$121,100
2017
$1,744 (+1.6%)
$37,000 + $84,100
$121,100
2016
$1,716 (+3.2%)
$38,500 + $84,100
$122,600
2015
$1,663 (+2.3%)
$38,500 + $83,300
$121,800
2014
$1,626 (+22.2%)
$38,500 + $83,300
$121,800
2013
$1,331
$38,500 + $72,900
$111,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Air Radon Mitigation System
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Metal
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 992
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Porch
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1996
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 992
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $43,560
Lot Size (Acres): 1
Lot Size Source: Deed
Lot Features: Open, Level, Wooded, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1,508.79
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard
Electric: Generator Hookup, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 257 Manchester Road, Belgrade, ME 04917
Directions: From Route 27 in Belgrade, take Route 135 on your left just past Christies Irving Gas station. About a mile down the road look for sign; home is on the right.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 992
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Kennebec County
APN: 326263
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Belgrade Central School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Messalonskee Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.9mi
7/10
Messalonskee High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.5mi
7/10
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Belgrade, ME • 04917
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Estimated sale price
$260,000 – $315,000
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