Enjoy one floor living in this meticulously maintained 2 bedroom, 1 bath ranch style home. The home is situated on a beautifully landscaped . 25 acre country lot. Relax in the partially fenced in backyard and enjoy a fire on a peaceful Maine summer night. Love to fish and boat? Mailly Waterfront Park and the public boat launch are just minutes down the road. Gardening enthusiasts will love this easy to maintain yard, full of gorgeous perennials and bonus storage shed for all your tools. Come check out this charming country home and explore all that Bowdoinham has to offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1999Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$298Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Susan {Sue} Hill• River's Edge Realty LLC
Enjoy easy, single floor living in this open concept home with plenty of lawn space on a corner lot. Five minutes to 295, 10-15 minutes to Brunswick/Topsham, 30 minutes to Portland, 20 minutes to Augusta and Merrymeeting Bay is close by.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,447 (+5.3%)
$37,000 + $118,900
$155,900
2024
$3,274 (+7.7%)
$37,000 + $118,900
$155,900
2023
$3,040 (+29.4%)
$37,000 + $118,900
$155,900
2022
$2,350 (+6.6%)
$30,800 + $99,100
$129,900
2021
$2,204 (+0.6%)
$30,800 + $99,100
$129,900
2020
$2,191 (+2.4%)
$30,800 + $99,100
$129,900
2019
$2,139 (+10.0%)
$30,800 + $99,100
$129,900
2018
$1,945 (+1.8%)
$30,800 + $82,600
$113,400
2017
$1,911 (+1.8%)
$30,800 + $82,600
$113,400
2016
$1,877 (+0.6%)
$30,800 + $82,600
$113,400
2015
$1,865 (+6.3%)
$30,800 + $82,600
$113,400
2014
$1,755
$30,800 + $77,200
$108,000
Tax history for 179 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,447 (+5.3%)
$37,000 + $118,900
$155,900
2024
$3,274 (+7.7%)
$37,000 + $118,900
$155,900
2023
$3,040 (+29.4%)
$37,000 + $118,900
$155,900
2022
$2,350 (+6.6%)
$30,800 + $99,100
$129,900
2021
$2,204 (+0.6%)
$30,800 + $99,100
$129,900
2020
$2,191 (+2.4%)
$30,800 + $99,100
$129,900
2019
$2,139 (+10.0%)
$30,800 + $99,100
$129,900
2018
$1,945 (+1.8%)
$30,800 + $82,600
$113,400
2017
$1,911 (+1.8%)
$30,800 + $82,600
$113,400
2016
$1,877 (+0.6%)
$30,800 + $82,600
$113,400
2015
$1,865 (+6.3%)
$30,800 + $82,600
$113,400
2014
$1,755
$30,800 + $77,200
$108,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,120
Year built
1999
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Sagadahoc County
APN
226232
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, Carport
Vehicle Storage: Carport
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Bulkhead, Full, Partial, Exterior Only
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 4
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom
Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dryer
Flooring: Vinyl, Laminate
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Modular
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,120
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1999
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,120
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $10,890
Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Wooded, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: com
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,191
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Baseboard
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 179 River Road, Bowdoinham, ME 04008
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,120
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1999
Year Renovated: —
County: Sagadahoc County
APN: 226232
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bowdoinham Community School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Mt Ararat Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.1mi
6/10
Mt Ararat High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.3mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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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 89° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
19% 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$318,000 – $385,000
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