This wonderful refreshed 3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Saltbox with 2 Car Garage sits on over 6 private acres. Many updates include newer Kitchen, Baths, and flooring. Outside there's plenty of space for chickens to roam and their own coop or a goat barn. The garage is sheetrocked and has storage space above. Come see your new home on Sunday from 10:00 - 1:00.
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
6.5 acresLot Size
$266Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Thomas {Tom} Cole• NextHome Premier Realty
Est. $2,881 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 297 Dead River Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1671034
Aug 20, 2026
Sold
$425,000
$266/sq ft
Jul 10, 2026
Price Changed
$435,000
$272/sq ft
Jul 9, 2026
Listed
$425,000
$266/sq ft
MREIS #1084402
May 27, 2014
Sold
$157,000
$98/sq ft
+16
Nice private setting for this open concept salt box in great condition. Does need some cosmetics, but this is a great opportunity on 6.5 acres. Large living room w/ loft, 2-story, 2-car garage, outbuilding w/ attic & wood shed.
MREIS #1064306
Jul 31, 2012
Listed
$179,900
$112/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,071 (+9.8%)
$118,000 + $264,300
$382,300
2024
$3,708 (+29.9%)
$118,000 + $264,300
$382,300
2023
$2,854 (−0.1%)
$49,200 + $107,600
$156,800
2022
$2,858 (+0.4%)
$49,200 + $119,890
$169,090
2020
$2,847 (+1.3%)
$49,200 + $128,730
$177,930
2019
$2,811 (+4.6%)
$49,200 + $128,730
$177,930
2018
$2,687 (+0.7%)
$49,200 + $128,730
$177,930
2017
$2,669 (+2.0%)
$49,200 + $128,730
$177,930
2016
$2,616 (+0.7%)
$49,200 + $128,730
$177,930
2015
$2,598 (−11.6%)
$49,200 + $128,730
$177,930
2014
$2,940
$49,200 + $162,340
$211,540
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,536
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sagadahoc County
APN
394777
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces, Detached
Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Auto Door Opener, Detached, Storage Above
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Room 4 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior Entry, Crawl Space
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 5
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Storage
Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Window Features: Double-Pane Windows
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
Other Equipment: Generator
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Clapboard, Wood Siding
Roof: Composition, Pitched, Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,600
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1988
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,600
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $283,140
Lot Size (Acres): 6.5
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Rural, Level, Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Rural
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,071
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Heat Pump, Pellet Stove
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Electric: Circuit Breakers, Generator Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer
Utilities On: No
Water Source: Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
School Information
High School District: RSU 75/MSAD 75
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 297 Dead River Road, Bowdoin, ME 04287
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,536
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: —
County: Sagadahoc County
APN: 394777
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bowdoin Central School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.9mi
8/10
Mt Ararat Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 10.4mi
6/10
Mt Ararat High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.9mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
12% 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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Historical weather
Bowdoin, ME • 04287
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Sun exposure
66/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.3 hrs
3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$412,000 – $499,000
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