Charming circa 1780 home, known as the 'Messenger Place, ' is located along Little River at the intersection of Messenger Bridge and situated in the heart of Berwick, ME. Surrounded by woods, this property offers exceptional privacy while being just ten minutes from town. Begin your day enjoying your morning coffee in the three-season porch and unwind in the evenings by the river, listening to the flowing water, fish jumping, and watching the monarchs. The blend of open yard and wooded area provides an ideal setting for various activities. Indulge in fresh raspberries, blackberries, goldenberries, and blueberries right from your own property! Step indoors to discover stunning exposed beams, beautiful woodwork details, wainscoting, and wide pine flooring. With three spacious bedrooms, an eat-in kitchen, and a separate dining room perfect for entertaining, this home also provides ample bonus space with built-ins and countless storage options. Let your imagination run wild with all the possibilities here—you don't want to miss this! Property is pre-inspected.
Single-familyProperty Type
1780Year Built
1.7 acresLot Size
$263Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Julie Davis• Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
Listed by Kasey Conary• Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
Bought with Julie Davis• Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
Bought with Kasey Conary• Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
No detail has been missed in this very unique circa 1780 extended cape, with large saltbox addition. Spacious and beautiful and nestled along the Little River with 362' of river frontage, this home has a wonderful 3 season room, a cozy den/office complete with built in double desks and woodstove, updated kitchen with granite countertops and top of the line stainless appliances. The living room and dining room give a historical nod to this homes' heritage with gorgeous wide pine floors, beautiful wainscoting and fine woodworking details going up the stairs. All new Andersen "Cottage" windows have been installed throughout. The first floor is completed with a full bathroom, laundry room, and bedroom with 2 closets. Upstairs you will find the master bedroom with 3/4 bath and walk in closet, also with lovely built in eaves storage. There is an additional office or den space that is open to below, and the third bedroom is here as well. There is a double deep garage to fit as many cars as you might need to fit in it with a workshop nestled in behind, and the home is ready for your generator! The land is spacious, the location private, and did I mention the trout fishing? Additional upgrades include electrical, cedar shakes and cedar clapboards on the exterior and the list goes on. Don't miss your opportunity to own a little slice of heaven in Berwick! Showings begin at Open House, Saturday August 28!
MREIS #705344
May 17, 2004
Listed
$289,900
$129/sq ft
MREIS #650927
Sep 17, 2003
Listed
$279,900
$124/sq ft
PrimeMLS #817721
Oct 26, 2001
Sold
$199,000
$88/sq ft
Oct 17, 2001
Delisted
—
Aug 9, 2001
Listed
$197,900
$88/sq ft
PrimeMLS #765701
Jul 25, 2000
Sold
$165,000
$73/sq ft
Jun 24, 2000
Delisted
—
Jun 12, 2000
Listed
$169,900
$75/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,607 (+4.6%)
$106,700 + $323,300
$430,000
2024
$5,362 (−11.0%)
$106,700 + $323,300
$430,000
2023
$6,024 (+0.6%)
$75,700 + $253,100
$328,800
2022
$5,991 (−0.4%)
$75,700 + $253,100
$328,800
2021
$6,017 (−5.5%)
$75,700 + $253,100
$328,800
2020
$6,366 (+10.4%)
$75,700 + $253,100
$328,800
2019
$5,764 (+3.7%)
$75,700 + $253,100
$328,800
2018
$5,558 (+2.6%)
$72,200 + $243,600
$315,800
2017
$5,416 (+13.9%)
$72,200 + $243,600
$315,800
2016
$4,756 (+2.5%)
$72,200 + $219,600
$291,800
2014
$4,640 (−0.9%)
$72,200 + $219,600
$291,800
2013
$4,683
$72,200 + $219,600
$291,800
Tax history for 3 Long Swamp Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,607 (+4.6%)
$106,700 + $323,300
$430,000
2024
$5,362 (−11.0%)
$106,700 + $323,300
$430,000
2023
$6,024 (+0.6%)
$75,700 + $253,100
$328,800
2022
$5,991 (−0.4%)
$75,700 + $253,100
$328,800
2021
$6,017 (−5.5%)
$75,700 + $253,100
$328,800
2020
$6,366 (+10.4%)
$75,700 + $253,100
$328,800
2019
$5,764 (+3.7%)
$75,700 + $253,100
$328,800
2018
$5,558 (+2.6%)
$72,200 + $243,600
$315,800
2017
$5,416 (+13.9%)
$72,200 + $243,600
$315,800
2016
$4,756 (+2.5%)
$72,200 + $219,600
$291,800
2014
$4,640 (−0.9%)
$72,200 + $219,600
$291,800
2013
$4,683
$72,200 + $219,600
$291,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.