Prime property on a prime 4.51-acre lot in the highly desirable University Heights subdivision, offering exceptional privacy just minutes from Gorham Village. This custom Colonial welcomes you with a sweeping farmer's porch framed by classic white pillars, perfect for morning coffee, iced tea, or relaxed outdoor dining. The backyard is designed for both entertaining and everyday enjoyment, with an inviting pool, sunny patio, open lawn, charming stone wall, and mature tree border creating a peaceful, private setting. Built for its original owners, this home offers more than 2,900 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with custom carpentry, beautiful pine floors, and a bright kitchen featuring cathedral ceilings, skylights, and a large granite center island. The main level includes a formal living room, an open family room with wood stove, dining area, laundry room, and full bath. Upstairs, you'll find four bedrooms and another full bath with a soaking tub. A large bonus room over the garage offers flexible space for guests, in-law quarters, a media room, home office, or potential primary suite. Recent improvements include a new roof-house and garage, 1st floor painted (exc. bathroom-laundry room). New seamless gutter system and gutter guards. New front columns and updated appliances. This home offers the space, setting, and versatility to match a variety of lifestyles. There's even a chicken coop for fresh eggs at home. Conveniently located near the turnpike, the southern bypass, and the Portland International Jetport, while still enjoying all that Gorham Village has to offer, including restaurants, cafés, shopping, trails, lakes and ski areas within easy reach! A vibrant main street community - and a wonderful place to call home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
4.51 acresLot Size
$265Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Deborah Meek• Keller Williams Realty
Contact: 207-553-2662
Bought with Melissa Mckersie• Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Est. $4,063 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 17 Richard Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1658910
May 29, 2026
Sold
$775,000
$265/sq ft
Apr 23, 2026
Listed
$800,000
$274/sq ft
MREIS #1320148
Oct 10, 2017
Sold
$410,000
$140/sq ft
Aug 19, 2017
Price Changed
$435,000
$149/sq ft
Aug 2, 2017
Price Changed
$439,900
$150/sq ft
Aug 2, 2017
Listed
$339,900
$116/sq ft
+30
This is truly a special home, custom-designed and built for the original owners, it is a very solid house with a thoughtful layout and a lot of extras. The house has great natural light and a nice feeling of space, cozy family areas and a generous home office. The property is tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and makes a wonderful private retreat abundant in wildlife and a pool! Richard Rd is convenient to Gorham amenities and the Gorham bypass.
MREIS #1123079
May 1, 2014
Sold
$384,000
$131/sq ft
+10
Spectacular home with private setting. Beautiful inside and out. Gorgeous gardens and pool area, inside offers hardwood, exposed beams, granite kitchen, great family room and more. Must see! Home warranty.
MREIS #1042278
Apr 30, 2012
Sold
$342,000
$117/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,773 (+0.7%)
$129,200 + $463,600
$592,800
2024
$8,714 (+6.9%)
$129,200 + $463,600
$592,800
2023
$8,151 (+7.0%)
$129,200 + $463,600
$592,800
2022
$7,617 (+8.6%)
$129,200 + $463,600
$592,800
2021
$7,015 (+2.1%)
$101,500 + $260,100
$361,600
2020
$6,870 (+0.3%)
$101,500 + $260,100
$361,600
2019
$6,852 (+4.1%)
$101,500 + $260,100
$361,600
2018
$6,581 (+6.4%)
$101,500 + $260,100
$361,600
2017
$6,183 (+0.5%)
$101,500 + $260,100
$361,600
2016
$6,152 (+4.3%)
$101,800 + $260,100
$361,900
2015
$5,899 (+10.1%)
$101,800 + $260,100
$361,900
2014
$5,357
$73,500 + $234,400
$307,900
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.51 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
2,925
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
169799
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Attached Garage: Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site, Off Street, Inside Entrance
Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Attached, Auto Door Opener, Direct Entry to Living
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Media Room
Level: Second
Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Room 2 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Formal
Room 3 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Second
Features: Closet, Double Vanity, Full Bath
Room 4 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Features: Dining Area
Room 5 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-In Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Skylight
Room 6 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Features: Closet
Room 7 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Features: Closet
Room 8 Information
Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Features: Closet
Room 9 Information
Type: Laundry
Level: First
Features: Utility Sink
Room 10 Information
Type: Mud Room
Level: First
Features: Closet
Room 11 Information
Type: Family Room
Level: First
Features: Heat Stove
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Bulkhead, Interior Entry, Finished, Full
Other Equipment: Air Radon Mitigation System, Cable, Internet Access Available
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Utility Sink
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Clapboard, Wood Siding
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,925
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Patio, Porch
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Pool/Spa Information
Pool Features: In Ground
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1996
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,925
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $196,455.60
Lot Size (Acres): 4.51
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Near Shopping, Near Town, Neighborhood, Subdivided, Cul-De-Sac, Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: SR
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $8,773
Tax Year: 25
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Zoned
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available, Septic Tank
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Private, Well
Water Heater: Off Heating System, Oil
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
School Information
High School District: Gorham Public Schools
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 17 Richard Road, Gorham, ME 04038
Directions: Follow Rte 25 through Gorham left onto Flaggy Meadow Road then left onto Osbourne Rd, then first right onto Richard Road. Follow the road until you come to the circle halfway round the circle is the entrance to 17 Richard Road. Last house in subdivision.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,925
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Cumberland County
APN: 169799
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Village Elementary School-Gorham
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
7/10
Gorham Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
Gorham High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
9/10
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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 93° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Gorham, ME • 04038
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$723,000 – $875,000
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