You could be king of the hill in this 1997 Cape Cod with 3+ bedrooms and 3 baths situated nicely on a private 8 acre lot with seasonal views of the Kennebec River. The first floor includes a nicely appointed open kitchen and dining area, a wonderful living room with vaulted ceilings and a deck off the back with a spare bedroom or office. Upstairs provides two good sized bedrooms and a brand new huge Master bedroom over the garage. A spacious family room in the daylight basement with a new wood stove and flooring and a bunch of space for storage. Top things off with a 2 car attached garage, carport, paved private driveway and the peace and serenity of your own hilltop and just say welcome home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
8 acresLot Size
$182Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Tim Fortin• William Raveis Real Estate
Bought with Jeremy Finch• William Raveis Real Estate
There is nothing to do but move in! Come take a look at this pleasant 3 bedroom, 3 bath home, with finished bonus room over the garage on 8 private and quiet acres. Vaulted ceiling in living room, daylight finished lower level, and 3 sources for heat. New re-paved driveway, back deck and the Kennebec River right across the road.
MREIS #1206537
Aug 26, 2015
Sold
$224,000
$80/sq ft
Jun 25, 2015
Price Changed
$229,900
$82/sq ft
Mar 13, 2015
Listed
$249,900
$89/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,166 (−3.5%)
$53,000 + $244,570
$297,570
2024
$4,315 (+12.4%)
$53,000 + $244,570
$297,570
2023
$3,839 (−0.7%)
$53,000 + $244,570
$297,570
2022
$3,868 (+13.2%)
$53,000 + $244,570
$297,570
2021
$3,416 (+13.4%)
$29,800 + $162,120
$191,920
2020
$3,013 (+4.0%)
$29,800 + $162,120
$191,920
2019
$2,898 (+3.4%)
$29,800 + $162,120
$191,920
2018
$2,802 (+1.4%)
$29,800 + $162,120
$191,920
2017
$2,764 (+5.1%)
$29,800 + $162,120
$191,920
2016
$2,629 (+10.9%)
$29,800 + $162,120
$191,920
2015
$2,371 (−0.7%)
$36,680 + $138,930
$175,610
2014
$2,388 (+3.8%)
$36,680 + $138,930
$175,610
2013
$2,300
$36,680 + $138,930
$175,610
Tax history for 585 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,166 (−3.5%)
$53,000 + $244,570
$297,570
2024
$4,315 (+12.4%)
$53,000 + $244,570
$297,570
2023
$3,839 (−0.7%)
$53,000 + $244,570
$297,570
2022
$3,868 (+13.2%)
$53,000 + $244,570
$297,570
2021
$3,416 (+13.4%)
$29,800 + $162,120
$191,920
2020
$3,013 (+4.0%)
$29,800 + $162,120
$191,920
2019
$2,898 (+3.4%)
$29,800 + $162,120
$191,920
2018
$2,802 (+1.4%)
$29,800 + $162,120
$191,920
2017
$2,764 (+5.1%)
$29,800 + $162,120
$191,920
2016
$2,629 (+10.9%)
$29,800 + $162,120
$191,920
2015
$2,371 (−0.7%)
$36,680 + $138,930
$175,610
2014
$2,388 (+3.8%)
$36,680 + $138,930
$175,610
2013
$2,300
$36,680 + $138,930
$175,610
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dishwasher
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Double-Pane Windows
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile, Laminate, Carpet
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish, Internet Access Available, Central Vacuum
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,814
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1997
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,234
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 580
Green Water Conservation: Low Flow Commode
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $348,480
Lot Size (Acres): 8
Lot Size Source: Deed
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Open, Level, Wooded, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Rural
Waterfront Information
Water Body Name: Kennebec River
Water Body Type: River
Water View: Seasonal
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,802
Tax Year: 2018
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Stove, Hot Water, Direct Vent Furnace, Baseboard
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 585 River Road, Benton, ME 04901
Directions: From Waterville, cross Waterville-Winslow bridge towards Winslow. Turn left and follow to end . At traffic light cross straight onto River Road. Home is 2.8 miles on the right with the long paved and private driveway.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Kennebec County
APN: 295865
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
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Schools
Benton Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.7mi
4/10
Lawrence Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
2/10
Lawrence High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
3/10
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Estimated sale price
$487,000 – $590,000
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