Located on the top of a hill, just above the Union River in Ellsworth, this year around home boasts amazing views of the river teaming with wildlife. Just a short path through the woods to the water and the view opens up for miles. With 237 feet of water frontage, what a great place to kayak and canoe! Located at the end of a quiet road, just a short drive to downtown Ellsworth or Blue Hill, This home has 3 bedrooms, a large eat in kitchen, formal dining room with cherry floors, and a pellet stove. The finished basement includes a kitchenette and refrigerator, along with 2 rooms that could be used for an office and exercise room or additional living space. The 3 bay garage has a ton of storage above and could be turned into more additional living space if desired. Once here, you may never have any desire to leave!
Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile, Carpet
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Modular
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,750
Building Area Source: Public Records
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 2000
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,084
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 666
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $210,830.40
Lot Size (Acres): 4.84
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Open, Level, Wooded, Near Shopping, Near Town, Rural, Subdivided
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt, Paved
Zoning: Residential
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Union River
Water Body Type: River
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,873
Tax Year: 2018
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove, Radiant, Hot Water, Baseboard
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Off Heating System, Separate Booster
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 85 Riverside Lane, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Directions: From downtown Ellsworth, go across the Union River Bridge and stay left onto the Surry Rd. 172. Riverside Rd is 1.8 miles on the left. Stay straight on Riverside and 85 will be . 38 miles in. Sign is up.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,084
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4.94 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: —
County: Hancock County
APN: 214161
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Some nearby schools may not be within this home's attendance zone. Please check the Ellsworth Public Schools website to verify.
Ellsworth Elementary-Middle School
Public PreK-8 • 2.3mi
6/10
Ellsworth High School
Public 9-12 • 2.6mi
6/10
Surry Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • 3.9mi
7/10
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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 88° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.4 hours in
June and 3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$725,000 – $878,000
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