Investor's Opportunity! Versatile 3-Bedroom Home with Bonus Features and Expansion Potential- This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home is the perfect investment opportunity, offering solid updates, unique features, and room to expand. Nestled on a spacious in-town lot, the property boasts a chimney with two flues—currently utilizing just one heating source—offering the potential for a second stove or heating option. Major systems have already been updated for peace of mind, including a new boiler, new water heater, an updated electrical servicer, and a generator hook-up. Efficiency Maine installed blown insulation in both the attic and basement in 2019, improving energy efficiency and comfort. The property includes a heated storage room in the garage, ideal for a workshop or hobby space. The den adds flexibility as a home office, guest room, or cozy retreat. The roof features updated shingles (2018), and outside, you'll find remnants of an inground pool and a decorative water fountain, offering landscaping and design opportunities. A standout feature is the barn with an upper level that presents expansion potential—perfect for creating an in-law suite, studio, or additional rental income. Whether you're looking to renovate and resell, rent, or build out more value over time, this affordable property is bursting with potential. Schedule your viewing today! * * * THIS SALE IS STRICTLY FOR THE HOUSE/BARN. THE STORAGE UNIT, AND THE LAND OF THE STORAGE UNIT ARE NOT INCLUDED-SEE SURVEY * * * THIS SALE IS ONLY 'PART OF' THE BOOK/PAGE LISTED ABOVE * * * NEW DEED WILL BE WROTE BY THE SELLERS ATTORNEY REFLECTING THE DIVISION OF THE CURRENT DEED/NEW ROW DURING THE TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP * * *
Single-familyProperty Type
1820Year Built
0.75 acresLot Size
$113Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jessica Roderick• Realty of Maine
Bought with Cassandra {Cassie} Huff• RE/MAX Infinity
Sitting high up on a hillside, this lovely 1800's home offers a large roomy eat-in kitchen, den/office, lg comfortable living room w/ gas stove & 3 BR. Lots of updates which include an energy efficient pellet boiler & all new windows. A beautiful sweeping lawn & a large attached garage/barn has ample room, w/ plenty of storage & work shop space. As an amazing bonus, a large 2-story 285 x 33' storage building, with AMPLE storage space above and below to make it whatever you want! Apple trees & garden pond too!
MREIS #1018924
Jun 11, 2011
Listed
$194,500
$93/sq ft
MREIS #964140
Feb 11, 2010
Listed
$219,000
$104/sq ft
MREIS #728849
Nov 22, 2004
Listed
$289,000
$138/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,722 (+1.5%)
$25,100 + $111,700
$136,800
2024
$2,681 (−0.5%)
$25,100 + $111,700
$136,800
2023
$2,695 (+0.2%)
$25,100 + $111,700
$136,800
2022
$2,690 (+2.0%)
$22,800 + $111,700
$134,500
2021
$2,636
$22,800 + $111,700
$134,500
2020
$2,636
$22,800 + $111,700
$134,500
2019
$2,636
$22,800 + $111,700
$134,500
2018
$2,636 (−34.8%)
$22,800 + $111,700
$134,500
2017
$4,042 (+2.7%)
$22,800 + $188,800
$211,600
2016
$3,936
$22,800 + $188,800
$211,600
2015
$3,936
$22,800 + $188,800
$211,600
Tax history for 165 Ripley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,722 (+1.5%)
$25,100 + $111,700
$136,800
2024
$2,681 (−0.5%)
$25,100 + $111,700
$136,800
2023
$2,695 (+0.2%)
$25,100 + $111,700
$136,800
2022
$2,690 (+2.0%)
$22,800 + $111,700
$134,500
2021
$2,636
$22,800 + $111,700
$134,500
2020
$2,636
$22,800 + $111,700
$134,500
2019
$2,636
$22,800 + $111,700
$134,500
2018
$2,636 (−34.8%)
$22,800 + $111,700
$134,500
2017
$4,042 (+2.7%)
$22,800 + $188,800
$211,600
2016
$3,936
$22,800 + $188,800
$211,600
2015
$3,936
$22,800 + $188,800
$211,600
*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
3.5 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Penobscot County
APN
1424086
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
Has Garage
Attached Garage: Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Storage Above, Auto Door Opener, 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel, On Site, Inside Entrance
Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Attached, Auto Door Opener, Direct Entry to Living, Storage Above
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Stone, Granite
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,100
Building Area Source: Seller
Exterior Features
Other Structures: Barn(s)
Pool/Spa Information
Pool Features: In Ground
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1820
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,100
Green Energy Efficient: Insulated Foundation
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $32,670
Lot Size (Acres): 0.75
Lot Size Source: Survey
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Pasture/Field, Open, Farm, Level, Right of Way, Intown, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Town, Neighborhood, Near Railroad
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Rural
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,681
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Baseboard
Electric: Generator Hookup, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Electric
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 165 Ripley Road, Dexter, ME 04930
Directions: Travel down Main Street in Dexter, and continue out Route 23 approximately 1+/- mile. The property is on the right. Sign is up.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.5 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Penobscot County
APN: 1424086
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
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Transit
Ridge View Community School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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Dexter Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% 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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Estimated sale price
$226,000 – $274,000
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