Charming Antique Cape surrounded by open fields, and nestled near scores of acres of conserved land. Kitchen with cathedral ceiling; exposed beams; and a sitting area by a wall of windows that brings the outside, in. Rustic exposed beams in the living room, and an upstairs bedroom with a delightful little door looking down to the kitchen. The combination of a 1st floor bedroom; bathroom; and laundry room offers a wonderful opportunity for one-floor living. Two bedrooms on the 2nd floor. Detached building with electricity that would make a wonderful artist's studio, or a large, dry storage area. Pastures for grazing; farming; or gardening. Sit back and relax on the spacious deck and enjoy the pastoral views. A delightful home in the renowned community of Bowdoinham, which offers a waterfront park; art center; summer concert series; farmer's market; and much more! Many substantial repairs and improvements made since 2016. Forty minutes to Portland. Very nice.
Single-familyProperty Type
1860Year Built
3.8 acresLot Size
$300Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Kathleen Gallant• Keller Williams Realty
Listed by Laura Cortez• Keller Williams Realty
Bought with Brent Sawyer• Portside Real Estate Group
Charming Cape farm house surrounded by open fields, & near scores of acres of conserved land. Kitchen with nifty antique sink; woodstove; and a wall of windows that brings the outside, in. Beautiful exposed beams throughout, & an upstairs bedroom w/ delightful little doorway looking to the downstairs. Pastures for grazing or farming. Pond for irrigation or skating. A delightful home in the renowned community of Bowdoinham, which offers a waterfront park; art center; summer concert series; & much more!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,449 (+5.3%)
$73,300 + $127,900
$201,200
2024
$4,225 (+7.8%)
$73,300 + $127,900
$201,200
2023
$3,921 (+31.2%)
$73,300 + $127,800
$201,100
2022
$2,988 (+6.6%)
$61,100 + $104,100
$165,200
2021
$2,803 (+0.6%)
$61,100 + $104,100
$165,200
2020
$2,787 (+2.4%)
$61,100 + $104,100
$165,200
2019
$2,721 (+25.1%)
$61,100 + $104,100
$165,200
2018
$2,175 (+1.8%)
$61,100 + $65,700
$126,800
2017
$2,137 (+16.5%)
$61,100 + $65,700
$126,800
2016
$1,834 (+0.6%)
$58,900 + $51,900
$110,800
2015
$1,823 (+1.2%)
$58,900 + $51,900
$110,800
2014
$1,801
$58,900 + $51,900
$110,800
Tax history for 145 Carding Machine Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,449 (+5.3%)
$73,300 + $127,900
$201,200
2024
$4,225 (+7.8%)
$73,300 + $127,900
$201,200
2023
$3,921 (+31.2%)
$73,300 + $127,800
$201,100
2022
$2,988 (+6.6%)
$61,100 + $104,100
$165,200
2021
$2,803 (+0.6%)
$61,100 + $104,100
$165,200
2020
$2,787 (+2.4%)
$61,100 + $104,100
$165,200
2019
$2,721 (+25.1%)
$61,100 + $104,100
$165,200
2018
$2,175 (+1.8%)
$61,100 + $65,700
$126,800
2017
$2,137 (+16.5%)
$61,100 + $65,700
$126,800
2016
$1,834 (+0.6%)
$58,900 + $51,900
$110,800
2015
$1,823 (+1.2%)
$58,900 + $51,900
$110,800
2014
$1,801
$58,900 + $51,900
$110,800
*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
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.8 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
784
Year built
1900
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Sagadahoc County
APN
225612
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, Gravel, Off Street
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Stone
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Post & Beam
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,318
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1860
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,318
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $165,528
Lot Size (Acres): 3.8
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Pasture/Field, Open, Level, Wooded, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Agriculture
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,175
Tax Year: 2018
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove, Forced Air, Hot Air
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities On: No
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
School Information
High School District: RSU 75/MSAD 75
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 145 Carding Machine Road, Bowdoinham, ME 04008
Directions: I-295 to Exit 37; east on Main St. 1.2 miles to blinking light; left on Rt. 24/River Road 3.4 miles to left on Carding Machine Road, then 0.70 miles to #145 on right. Look for sign.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 784
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.8 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Sagadahoc County
APN: 225612
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
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Bowdoinham Community School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.2mi
9/10
Mt Ararat Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.8mi
6/10
Mt Ararat High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.1mi
4/10
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
13% 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
$376,000 – $455,000
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