Charming single-level home with an oversized garage, set on a full acre offering the perfect blend of rural tranquility and modern convenience. Inside, the open-concept living space features tongue-and-groove wood walls and a large picture window that fills the home with natural light. The living room flows into a dining area and a beautiful kitchen with an island. Originally designed as a two-bedroom, this home has been reconfigured into a spacious one-bedroom with a generous walk-in closet. The inside is complete with a full bathroom with laundry plus a utility room and a full attic providing plenty of storage space. An on-demand generator powers the entire home for year-round comfort. Thoughtful updates in recent years include new roof shingles, freshly painted exterior, fenced backyard, and more. Enjoy a peaceful lifestyle surrounded by a gorgeous yard with lilacs, perennials and ample room for garden space. This property offers comfortable living with low property taxes and nearby access to both outdoor recreation and modern conveniences. Move-in-ready, beautiful, efficient, and practical!
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$270Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 garage spacesParking
Listed by Meghan Murphy• RE/MAX Riverside
Listed by Grimaldi Murphy Jr.• RE/MAX Riverside
Contact: meghan@homes4maine.com
Bought with Jacob Cloutier• Keller Williams Realty
Adorable, Efficient Chelsea Cottage With A Great Yard And Garage. Previously used as a 2BR home, could be converted back. Pine V-Match walls, updated shaker-style kitchen cabinets and custom corian countertops. Open kitchen-dining-living room concept makes for a comfortable main living space. On-Demand Whole House generator, efficient direct vent heating and wood stove.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$1,889 (+7.0%)
$45,120 + $79,184
$124,304
2023
$1,766 (+5.2%)
$36,096 + $63,347
$99,443
2022
$1,678 (+4.1%)
$36,096 + $63,347
$99,443
2021
$1,612
$30,080 + $52,789
$82,869
2019
$1,612 (−2.5%)
$30,080 + $52,789
$82,869
2018
$1,653 (+1.8%)
$30,080 + $52,789
$82,869
2017
$1,623 (+8.2%)
$30,080 + $52,789
$82,869
2016
$1,500 (+0.5%)
$30,080 + $52,789
$82,869
2015
$1,492 (+4.7%)
$30,080 + $52,789
$82,869
2014
$1,425 (−4.4%)
$30,080 + $52,789
$82,869
2013
$1,490
$30,080 + $52,789
$82,869
Tax history for 168 Collins Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$1,889 (+7.0%)
$45,120 + $79,184
$124,304
2023
$1,766 (+5.2%)
$36,096 + $63,347
$99,443
2022
$1,678 (+4.1%)
$36,096 + $63,347
$99,443
2021
$1,612
$30,080 + $52,789
$82,869
2019
$1,612 (−2.5%)
$30,080 + $52,789
$82,869
2018
$1,653 (+1.8%)
$30,080 + $52,789
$82,869
2017
$1,623 (+8.2%)
$30,080 + $52,789
$82,869
2016
$1,500 (+0.5%)
$30,080 + $52,789
$82,869
2015
$1,492 (+4.7%)
$30,080 + $52,789
$82,869
2014
$1,425 (−4.4%)
$30,080 + $52,789
$82,869
2013
$1,490
$30,080 + $52,789
$82,869
*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
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
960
Year built
1980
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Kennebec County
APN
222109
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved, 5 - 10 Spaces, Off Street, Detached, Tandem
Other Equipment: Cable, Generator, Internet Access Available
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Main Level, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 960
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1980
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 960
Green Energy Efficient: Ceiling Fans
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $43,560
Lot Size (Acres): 1
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Near Shopping, Near Town, Rural, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: N/A
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1,889
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Direct Vent Heater
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Private
Water Heater: Other Water Heater
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 168 Collins Road, Chelsea, ME 04330
Directions: From Gardiner take Bridge St. across the river towards Randolph. Turn right onto Water St. Turn right onto Windsor Rd. (0.2 miles). Turn left onto Birmingham Rd. (0.9 miles). Turn right onto Collins Rd. (0.8 miles). The home is on the left (0.8 miles).
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 960
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: —
County: Kennebec County
APN: 222109
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Chelsea Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
4/10
Hall-Dale Middle and High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 3.4mi
7/10
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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 91° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
13% 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
Chelsea, ME • 04330
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Estimated sale price
$246,000 – $298,000
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