Tucked along Bay Road just 0.7 miles from the Topsham line, this thoughtfully developed Bowdoinham homestead blends country living, sustainability, and community connection. Set on approximately 3+/- acres to be split at closing, the property has been cultivated over decades with extensive perennial plantings, productive garden beds, greenhouse space, chicken coops, and room to truly live from the land. The 1984 Cape offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and approximately 1,570 square feet with cork and hickory floors, custom farmhouse kitchen cabinetry, a sun-filled country kitchen, and passive solar features throughout. Designed as an envelope house, the home benefits from passive heat gain during shoulder seasons, complemented by heat pumps, wood stove heat, HRV air exchange system, and generator hookup. No fossil fuels currently in use. Outside, seven established 4' x 30' annual beds have produced vegetables, flowers, melons, squash, beans, garlic, greens, and extensive tomato harvests. Mature perennial plantings include blueberries, raspberries, black raspberries, grapes, peach, Asian pear, hazelnut, chestnut, rhubarb, sage, thyme, mint, strawberries, chives, and green onions. Located minutes from public waterfront access for kayaking, boating, and fishing on the Cathance River and Merrymeeting Bay, and close to Bowdoinham's farmers market, creative arts community, and local food culture, this is a rare opportunity for buyers seeking a slower, more intentional Maine lifestyle.
Single-familyProperty Type
1984Year Built
3 acresLot Size
$330Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Peter Bettinger• RE/MAX Shoreline
Contact: 2074498685
Bought with Ryan FitzGerald• Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Unparsed Address: 426 Bay Road, Bowdoinham, ME 04008
Directions: From the Topsham/Bowdoinham line, continue 0.7 miles north on Route 24/Bay Road. The property is on the right, just before Muddy River Lane
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,570
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10.13 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1984
Year Renovated: —
County: Sagadahoc County
APN: 225829
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bowdoinham Community School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.3mi
9/10
Mt Ararat Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.4mi
6/10
Mt Ararat High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi
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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 17 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
Bowdoinham, ME • 04008
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 27% for direct sun exposure in Bowdoinham. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$474,000 – $574,000
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