A HOMESTEAD ON THE RIVER! Situated on 29 acres that includes a tree plantation(approximately $10,000 in timber value), high tunnel greenhouse, several out buildings, very large front and back yards and a private road leading you to over 1000 feet of water frontage on the pristine Sandy River. The home boasts 3 bedrooms, office, 1 1/2 bath, large living room with fireplace and wood stove, 2 four season porches, finished basement with a second fireplace that can be easily converted into an in-law apartment, 2 bay attached garage and a 30'x60' unfinished second floor just waiting for your personal touch. Only 10 minutes from the amenities of Downtown Farmington, 39 miles from Sugarloaf Mountain and 37 miles from Saddleback Mountain. Outdoor enthusiasts, enjoy the convenience of having 29 acres to hike, bike, snow shoe, hunt, fish, canoe or kayak right out your back door. Come and explore the possibilities!NOTE-NOT IN TREE GROWTH-ONLY A FOREST MANAGEMENT PLAN-HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION ONLY
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Clapboard, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Metal, Pitched
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,504
Building Area Source: Seller
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Glass Enclosed, Porch
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1973
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,650
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 854
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $1,263,240
Lot Size (Acres): 29
Lot Size Source: Deed
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Pasture/Field, Open, Level, Wooded, Near Shopping, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Shore/Res
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Sandy River
Water Body Type: River
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,838
Tax Year: 2018
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove, Direct Vent Heater
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities On: No
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 887 Fairbanks Road, Farmington, ME 04938
Directions: Starting from Downtown Farmington, take Rt. 4 North approximately 4 miles. The driveway will be on your right just after a set of guardrails.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,650
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1974
Year Renovated: —
County: Franklin County
APN: 356094
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
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Schools
Some nearby schools may not be within this home's attendance zone. Please check the Regional School Unit 09 website to verify.
W G Mallett School
Public PreK-2 • 3.4mi
Mt Blue Middle School
Public 6-8 • 3.7mi
3/10
Cascade Brook School
Public 3-5 • 3.8mi
5/10
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
8% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.4 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$472,000 – $571,000
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