This four bedroom, two bath 1840s cape is beautifully sited on a pastoral 6.4+/- acre lot in Edgecomb. Recently conserved acreage abuts the property to the rear, with other conserved properties across the street, including the Boothbay Region Land Trust's waterfront ''Colby Preserve''. The antique house has been improved over time, without abandoning its historical charm. Updates include a large kitchen addition with a center island, vaulted ceilings, and built-in cabinets and shelves, energy efficient windows, insulation, and heat pumps, and the creation of an apartment and garage bays in the adjacent barn building. Professionally inspected in 2023, the home is being offered with a complement of inspection reports for buyer review.
Single-familyProperty Type
1840Year Built
6.4 acresLot Size
$228Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jonathan Tindal• Tindal & Callahan Real Estate
This traditional 1840s cape rests on 103 beautiful acres. Many improvements through time include the addition of an extraordinary kitchen with a cathedral ceiling that opens to a large dining area with a bay window looking south across the grounds. The authentic character of this classic home has been maintained with pine floors and unique trim moldings. A seven-bedroom septic system was installed in 2017 to accommodate the property's uses, four heat pumps were added to supplement the hot water heat and provide for air conditioning, and most of the windows have been replaced, along with extensive work to the foundation. The barn was converted into a two-car garage and caretaker's apartment long ago. With some final cosmetic updating this special property is full of possibilities away from city life in this inviting home with abundant undisturbed acreage.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,250 (−73.6%)
$230,075
2024
$8,532 (+31.6%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2023
$6,482 (+3.4%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2022
$6,269 (−7.4%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2021
$6,773 (−2.7%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2020
$6,964 (−3.4%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2019
$7,208 (+8.6%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2018
$6,637 (+1.9%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2017
$6,513 (+1.4%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2016
$6,424 (+26.7%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2015
$5,072 (+2.0%)
$197,750 + $135,950
$333,700
2014
$4,972 (+13.3%)
$197,750 + $135,950
$333,700
2013
$4,388
$197,750 + $135,950
$333,700
Tax history for 234 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,250 (−73.6%)
$230,075
2024
$8,532 (+31.6%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2023
$6,482 (+3.4%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2022
$6,269 (−7.4%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2021
$6,773 (−2.7%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2020
$6,964 (−3.4%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2019
$7,208 (+8.6%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2018
$6,637 (+1.9%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2017
$6,513 (+1.4%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2016
$6,424 (+26.7%)
$197,750 + $190,406
$388,156
2015
$5,072 (+2.0%)
$197,750 + $135,950
$333,700
2014
$4,972 (+13.3%)
$197,750 + $135,950
$333,700
2013
$4,388
$197,750 + $135,950
$333,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Stone, Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,850
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Other Structures: Barn(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1840
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,850
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $278,784
Lot Size (Acres): 6.4
Lot Size Source: Survey
Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Pasture/Field, Open, Level, Wooded, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Marine
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Heat Pump, Baseboard
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Location
School Information
High School District: AOS 98
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 234 River Road, Edgecomb, ME 04556
Directions: (From RT-1) Turn right onto ME-27 S 3.7 mi. Turn left onto McKay Rd 1.7 mi. Turn left onto River Rd. Destination will be on the left 0.5 mi.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,850
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 5
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 6.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1840
Year Renovated: 2025
County: Lincoln County
APN: 645668
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Sep 18, 2025
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Edgecomb Eddy School
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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6 days above 86° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$617,000 – $746,000
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