The classic New England homestead you've been waiting for has just been listed for sale, offering a slice of historic rural Maine in a post and beam colonial built circa 1796 and sited on 9.44 acres of fields and woods. Many of the original features have been lovingly preserved. .. . pumpkin pine wide board flooring, Indian shutters, exposed beams, beehive oven and a massive brick arch in the basement that supports the main chimney for the five original fireplaces. Added to this charm are recent renovations including upgraded kitchen, freshly painted exterior, Andersen replacement windows throughout, new roof shingles in 2015, new 4- bedroom leach field in 2013 and two lined chimneys for Jotul wood stoves. There's even a finished room tucked away in the attic for an office, playroom, or bunk room in the summer. The land offers 2+/- acres with a seasonal pond all enclosed with panel fencing, and 7+/- acres of woodlot where the current owners have blazed many hiking trails and hand-built footbridges over the winding brook. There are over 35 native species of trees and shrubs, including sugar maples, oak, peach and shagbark hickories, high and low bush blueberries, raspberries, elderberries and asparagus patches on the land that was certified organic in 2020 by MOFGA and farmed organically since 2013. Come picture yourself this summer on the screened porch and deck in this beautiful country oasis all within commuting distance to the Jetport, Amtrak, beaches, Costco and all that Portland has to offer. Possibility of enough frontage and acreage for a buildable flagpole lot or accessory dwelling unit. Welcome home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1796Year Built
9.44 acresLot Size
$232Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Eugenie Nakell• Sage Hill Real Estate, LLC
Window Features: Double-Pane Windows, Low-Emissivity Windows
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet, Brick
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 5
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Block, Stone, Brick/Mortar
Roof: Fiberglass, Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Post & Beam
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,948
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Screened
Fencing: Fenced
Animal Containment System
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Year Built: 1796
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,948
Levels: Multi-Level
Green Energy Efficient: Water Heater, Thermostat, Recirculating Hot Water, Dehumidifier
Green Water Conservation: Low Flow Commode
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $411,206.40
Lot Size (Acres): 9.44
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Pasture/Field, Open, Level, Wooded, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Rural
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $6,042
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Wood Stove, Hot Water, Heat Pump, Baseboard
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Electric: On Site, Generator Hookup, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Percolation Test on File, Septic Design Available
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Heat Pump, Tank
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 550 River Road, Buxton, ME 04093
Directions: GPS friendly. Rte 22 to Portland Road to intersection with 202 at light, cross over to Main Street (Rte 4A) to right on River Road (Rte 112N). House on right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,220
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9.44 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1796
Year Renovated: —
County: York County
APN: 197517
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Buxton Center Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi
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Bonny Eagle Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
4/10
Bonny Eagle High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
3/10
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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 94° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% 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
Buxton, ME • 04093
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$651,000 – $789,000
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