This classic cape style home is on a wonderful lot with scenic mountain views and a private back yard. The home is beautifully updated and fully furnished with two full baths, three bedrooms and a lower level that offers many possibilities it currently has a guest room, laundry area and family room. The family area could be extended with outdoor living space just outside the sliding glass door. The natural light filled interior has updated windows, paint, wood floors, kitchen, décor, furniture and furnishings. The house has seasonal rental history and would rent nightly. Its turnkey, newly renovated, fully furnished, fantastic lot and location on Paradise Rd minutes from town, Crescent Park Elementary, Gould Academy, Bethel Inn and Bethel Village Trails for cross country ski, snowshoe, fat bike, mountain bike and trail running.
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$223Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Julia Young• Sunday River Real Estate
Bought with Sean Pinette• Harborview Properties, Inc.
A charming & well maintained home located half way up the hill of Paradise Road, just steps away from Bethel Inn Resort, Bethel Village Trails and a casual walk to village museums, restaurants and shops. On the main level some of the many updates include repainted interior, new double pane windows and a fully new kitchen & dining area with hardwood flooring throughout. The sun porch off the dining area is an added bonus. The partially finished full walkout basement opens up to the home's inviting backyard. Just up the street from Gould Academy the location can not be beat. A few activities close at hand include golfing, hiking, mountain biking and kayaking and of course the winter months bring Alpine and Nordic skiing, fat tire biking and snowshoeing. Enjoy four seasons of adventure from this lovely cape; it is the perfect opportunity for either a primary residence or vacation home.
MREIS #1342116
Oct 25, 2018
Sold
$185,000
$82/sq ft
May 25, 2018
Price Changed
$209,000
$93/sq ft
Mar 21, 2018
Listed
$219,000
$98/sq ft
+26
Charming, 3 bedroom, 2 bath classic cape style home located on desirable Paradise Road; a picturesque neighborhood close to Bethel Village, Gould Academy, The Bethel Inn Resort and village shops and restaurants. Offering a partially finished daylight basement with a recreation room and sliding glass doors leading to the back yard. Also featuring a pleasant and inviting 12x13 sunroom entry area with southern exposure and a wrap around deck, a paved driveway and beautiful landscaping.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,178 (+13.7%)
$61,700 + $328,000
$389,700
2024
$3,673 (+8.1%)
$41,700 + $221,600
$263,300
2023
$3,397 (+5.4%)
$41,700 + $221,600
$263,300
2022
$3,223 (+48.9%)
$41,700 + $221,600
$263,300
2021
$2,164 (+5.6%)
$41,700 + $119,200
$160,900
2020
$2,050
$41,700 + $99,700
$141,400
2019
$2,050 (+2.6%)
$41,700 + $99,700
$141,400
2018
$1,999 (+5.2%)
$41,700 + $99,100
$140,800
2016
$1,901 (−2.2%)
$41,700 + $99,100
$140,800
2015
$1,943 (+10.4%)
$41,700 + $99,100
$140,800
2014
$1,760 (+1.6%)
$41,700 + $99,100
$140,800
2013
$1,732
$41,700 + $99,100
$140,800
Tax history for 126 Paradise Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,178 (+13.7%)
$61,700 + $328,000
$389,700
2024
$3,673 (+8.1%)
$41,700 + $221,600
$263,300
2023
$3,397 (+5.4%)
$41,700 + $221,600
$263,300
2022
$3,223 (+48.9%)
$41,700 + $221,600
$263,300
2021
$2,164 (+5.6%)
$41,700 + $119,200
$160,900
2020
$2,050
$41,700 + $99,700
$141,400
2019
$2,050 (+2.6%)
$41,700 + $99,700
$141,400
2018
$1,999 (+5.2%)
$41,700 + $99,100
$140,800
2016
$1,901 (−2.2%)
$41,700 + $99,100
$140,800
2015
$1,943 (+10.4%)
$41,700 + $99,100
$140,800
2014
$1,760 (+1.6%)
$41,700 + $99,100
$140,800
2013
$1,732
$41,700 + $99,100
$140,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,428
Year built
1962
Style
Other
County
Oxford County
APN
362983
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 2 Information
Type: Other Room 8
Level: Basement
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Room 4 Information
Type: Other Room
Level: Basement
Features: Recreation Room
Room 5 Information
Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Room 6 Information
Type: Sunroom
Level: First
Room 7 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 8 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 9 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 10 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Walk-Out Access, Finished, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 9
Interior Features: Bathtub, Shower, Storage
Furnished: Furnished
Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Double-Pane Windows
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Laminate, Concrete, Carpet
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable, Air Radon Mitigation System
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Metal, Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,244
Building Area Source: Measured
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Glass Enclosed
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1962
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,632
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 612
Green Energy Efficient: Other/See Internal Remarks
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $13,503.60
Lot Size (Acres): 0.31
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Level, Intown, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Ski Resort
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: None
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,050
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Baseboard
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
School Information
High School District: RSU 44/MSAD 44
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 126 Paradise Road, Bethel, ME 04217
Directions: From Main Street turn left onto Broad Street, bear left onto Paradise Road follow, house on left just past Paradise Ridge Rd.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,428
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: —
County: Oxford County
APN: 362983
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
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Schools
Crescent Park School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
6% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$475,000 – $575,000
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