Come see this charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home in a quiet country setting with spectacular mountain views! Enjoy the beauty and serenity of nature with abundant deer, birds and other wildlife, along with fish in approximately 700' feet of brookside water frontage, and four small ponds on your private 3-acre property with direct access to the ITS trail system! Outside, the home has a huge deck on two sides with walkout basement, paver walkway, paved driveway, apple trees and new fire pit. Inside, the main floor of this ranch boasts an open concept kitchen, dining room and living room, a guest bedroom and main bathroom. Relax and feel the zen in the new master bedroom & ensuite bathroom with new walk-in tile shower, 60'' double sink vanity and new heat pump. The walkout basement includes a third bedroom, which could also be used as a den, office, gym, etc. , laundry area and great storage space. Many plumbing upgrades including new PEX throughout, new expansion tank, pressure relief valve, back flow protector, fill valve, two frost-free outside faucets, new Kohler kitchen faucet and new toilet in main bath. Among the many upgrades are the newly painted exterior, stained shutters, painted 32x15 shed, with fresh paint throughout the entire house, including ceilings and new trim. Installed a new front porch and primed & sealed the foundation. The 32x10 and 12x6 decks have been treated with 20X RockSolid Deck Sealer, and new support beams and deck supports with sonotubes were installed. Start your day with a cup of coffee on the back deck overlooking the brook. Then picture yourself on the back deck at the end of the day in the new hot tub that conveys, while gazing at the stars. Call for a showing today!!! Near ATV trails, Tumbledown Mountain nearby, and less than 15 minutes to Dixfield. * * * OFFER DEADLINE is Tuesday, January 23rd at 5 PM. Sellers reserve the right to accept an offer prior to the deadline.
Nice 3 bedroom, 2 bath Ranch home with a great porch across the back giving access to the above ground pool and relaxing views of the six ponds in the back yard. Home is wheel chair accessible. Large primary bedroom with bath. Paved driveway. Beautiful flower gardens. Quiet country location. Schedule your viewing today!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,811 (+30.8%)
$56,380 + $211,370
$267,750
2022
$2,149 (+2.5%)
$17,660 + $98,516
$116,176
2021
$2,097 (+12.1%)
$17,700 + $95,647
$113,347
2020
$1,870 (+27.0%)
$17,660 + $95,647
$113,307
2017
$1,473
$17,660 + $95,647
$113,307
Tax history for 181 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,811 (+30.8%)
$56,380 + $211,370
$267,750
2022
$2,149 (+2.5%)
$17,660 + $98,516
$116,176
2021
$2,097 (+12.1%)
$17,700 + $95,647
$113,347
2020
$1,870 (+27.0%)
$17,660 + $95,647
$113,307
2017
$1,473
$17,660 + $95,647
$113,307
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
3.4 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
1,236
Year built
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Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Franklin County
APN
1406942
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: First
Features: Double Vanity, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Basement
Features: Closet
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: First
Features: Closet
Room 6 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Features: Kitchen Island
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Walk-Out Access, Daylight, Finished, Full
Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dishwasher
Accessibility Features: 36+ Inch Doors
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate, Carpet
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Log Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,460
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Pool/Spa Information
Has Spa
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1975
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 960
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 500
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $130,680
Lot Size (Acres): 3
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Open, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Town
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Durgin Brook
Water Body Type: Brook
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,335.55
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove, Hot Water, Heat Pump, Baseboard
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Off Heating System, Tankless
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 181 River Road, Carthage, ME 04224
Directions: From the Dixfield Town Office, turn right onto ME-142 (Weld St. ). Go approx. 8 miles, then bear right onto Main St. . Travel 0.2 of a mile. Bear right onto Storer Hill Rd. for 150 feet. Turn right onto River Rd. House is 0.2 miles on right. See sign.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,236
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.4 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Franklin County
APN: 1406942
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
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Schools
Dirigo Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.0mi
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T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi
3/10
Dirigo High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.7mi
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Estimated sale price
$297,000 – $359,000
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