Tucked away on 3.52 wooded acres close to town, this 3 bedroom 1 bath Ranch blends Maine charm with thoughtful modern updates. The home features first-floor laundry, a cozy wood stove, and a screened porch for enjoying summer evenings. Recent improvements include two new energy-efficient heat pumps, freshly painted interiors, redone foundation walls, and a new gutter system. The property itself has been thoughtfully cleaned up and now features a network of walking trails that wind through the woods, leading to a peaceful stream—and even crossing over it. A great find offering convenience, and room to grow, all within minutes of Bucksport's downtown amenities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
3.52 acresLot Size
$231Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Douglas Burpee• Two Rivers Realty, LLC
Contact: tworiversdougb@gmail.com
Bought with Douglas Burpee• Two Rivers Realty, LLC
Situated on 3.52 acres in town Bucksport, this 3 bedroom 1 bath home has plenty of room for growth & is in need of modern updating. 1st floor laundry for convenience, screened porch for summer enjoyment & wood stove for a classic Maine feel. With some updating & fixing of structural issues it could be the house of your dreams! Price reduced to $119,900 MOTIVATED SELLER!
MREIS #1111221
Sep 19, 2013
Listed
$74,000
$60/sq ft
MREIS #1082894
Mar 6, 2013
Listed
$84,900
$68/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,131 (+30.6%)
$64,040 + $137,940
$201,980
2024
$2,397 (+3.9%)
$64,040 + $116,850
$180,890
2023
$2,306 (+18.7%)
$64,040 + $116,850
$180,890
2022
$1,943 (+4.3%)
$52,690 + $61,970
$114,660
2021
$1,863
$52,690 + $61,970
$114,660
2020
$1,863 (−0.3%)
$52,690 + $61,970
$114,660
2019
$1,869
$52,690 + $61,970
$114,660
2018
$1,869 (−0.5%)
$52,690 + $61,970
$114,660
2017
$1,878 (−0.6%)
$55,130 + $59,400
$114,530
2016
$1,890 (−3.0%)
$55,130 + $59,400
$114,530
2015
$1,949 (+23.7%)
$55,000 + $59,000
$114,000
2014
$1,576 (−1.7%)
$52,313 + $59,403
$111,716
2013
$1,604
$52,310 + $66,010
$118,320
Tax history for 291 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,131 (+30.6%)
$64,040 + $137,940
$201,980
2024
$2,397 (+3.9%)
$64,040 + $116,850
$180,890
2023
$2,306 (+18.7%)
$64,040 + $116,850
$180,890
2022
$1,943 (+4.3%)
$52,690 + $61,970
$114,660
2021
$1,863
$52,690 + $61,970
$114,660
2020
$1,863 (−0.3%)
$52,690 + $61,970
$114,660
2019
$1,869
$52,690 + $61,970
$114,660
2018
$1,869 (−0.5%)
$52,690 + $61,970
$114,660
2017
$1,878 (−0.6%)
$55,130 + $59,400
$114,530
2016
$1,890 (−3.0%)
$55,130 + $59,400
$114,530
2015
$1,949 (+23.7%)
$55,000 + $59,000
$114,000
2014
$1,576 (−1.7%)
$52,313 + $59,403
$111,716
2013
$1,604
$52,310 + $66,010
$118,320
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.52 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,240
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hancock County
APN
460827
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, Common, On Site
Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Open, Wooded, Intown
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: RT15RC
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,397
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Wood Stove, Heat Pump, Baseboard
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 291 River Road, Bucksport, ME 04416
Directions: From the corner of N. Franklin St & Main St continue onto River Road 1.4 miles. House is on right hand side after Harriman Cove Road. Sign is up.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,240
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Hancock County
APN: 460827
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
G Herbert Jewett School
Public PreK-K • Assigned • 1.8mi
Bucksport Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
4/10
Bucksport High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
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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, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bucksport, ME • 04416
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.5 hours in
June and 3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$272,000 – $329,000
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