OFF MARKET

Off Market Jan 2016 for $274K

$637,417

•

1,680

sq ft

278 South Dyer Neck Rd, Newcastle, ME 04553

About this home

Sheepscot Village, Modern Cape style home perched on the banks of the Sheepscot River. Enjoy the privacy of 6 acres as you watch the osprey dive for fish. The home offers; 2 fireplaces, an observation deck, a screened in porch, soap stone counter tops in the kitchen, wooden floors, a first floor bedroom, all with a delightful creative design, with easy maintenance in the plan. The location is perfect for kayakers as it is very close to Reversing Falls. Easy drive into Town.

Single-familyProperty Type

2002Year Built

6.4 acresLot Size

$379Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Mary Havens • Newcastle Realty

Listed by Kenneth Gray • Newcastle Realty

Contact: 207-563-1003

Bought with Mary Havens • Newcastle Realty

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•Source:MREIS #1221309

Redfin Estimate

$637,417

$363K since sold in January 2016$4,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 33.7% higher than the average sale price ($477K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$370,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,928 sq ft
94 Station Rd, Newcastle, ME 04553
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$475,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,800 sq ft
44 Brigid Ln, Whitefield, ME 04353
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$425,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,251 sq ft
1079 Gardiner Rd, Wiscasset, ME 04578
SOLD SEP 12, 2025
$495,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,800 sq ft
25 Lincoln Ln, Newcastle, ME 04553
SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$645,000
E
3 beds2 baths2,071 sq ft
26 Stonebridge Cir, Newcastle, ME 04553
SOLD MAY 27, 2026
$450,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,747 sq ft
4 Shamrock Ln, Damariscotta, ME 04543

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$429,745

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Market trends in 04553, ME

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

98.6%

+0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$892K

$97K MoM

Avg. days on market

48d

10 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

New listings for sale

$1,050,000
3 beds2.5 baths3,514 sq ft
44-A Indian Trail Rd, Newcastle, ME 04553
$1,595,000
6 beds7 baths5,771 sq ft
34 Main St, Newcastle, ME 04553
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Sale history for 278 South Dyer Neck Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,180 (+5.1%)

$89,000 + $343,200

$432,200

2024

$5,878 (+25.9%)

$89,000 + $343,200

$432,200

2023

$4,670 (+0.6%)

$89,000 + $202,900

$291,900

2022

$4,641 (+3.9%)

$89,000 + $202,900

$291,900

2021

$4,466 (−16.5%)

$89,000 + $202,900

$291,900

2020

$5,349

$118,000 + $180,800

$298,800

2019

$5,349

$118,000 + $180,800

$298,800

2018

$5,349 (−0.8%)

$118,000 + $180,800

$298,800

2017

$5,393

$118,000 + $180,800

$298,800

2016

$5,393

$118,000 + $180,800

$298,800

2015

$5,393 (+3.7%)

$118,000 + $180,800

$298,800

2014

$5,199 (+9.4%)

$118,000 + $180,800

$298,800

2013

$4,751

$118,000 + $180,800

$298,800

Tax history for 278 South Dyer Neck Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,180 (+5.1%)

$89,000 + $343,200

$432,200

2024

$5,878 (+25.9%)

$89,000 + $343,200

$432,200

2023

$4,670 (+0.6%)

$89,000 + $202,900

$291,900

2022

$4,641 (+3.9%)

$89,000 + $202,900

$291,900

2021

$4,466 (−16.5%)

$89,000 + $202,900

$291,900

2020

$5,349

$118,000 + $180,800

$298,800

2019

$5,349

$118,000 + $180,800

$298,800

2018

$5,349 (−0.8%)

$118,000 + $180,800

$298,800

2017

$5,393

$118,000 + $180,800

$298,800

2016

$5,393

$118,000 + $180,800

$298,800

2015

$5,393 (+3.7%)

$118,000 + $180,800

$298,800

2014

$5,199 (+9.4%)

$118,000 + $180,800

$298,800

2013

$4,751

$118,000 + $180,800

$298,800

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,962

Year built

2005

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lincoln County

APN

427341

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, Off Street

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2

Room 1 Information
Type: Dining Room
Length (Ft.): 12
Width (Ft.): 12
Level: First

Room 2 Information
Type: Kitchen
Length (Ft.): 10.75
Width (Ft.): 13
Level: First

Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Length (Ft.): 22
Width (Ft.): 26
Level: Second

Room 4 Information
Type: Bonus Room
Length (Ft.): 16
Width (Ft.): 14
Level: Basement

Room 5 Information
Type: Family Room
Length (Ft.): 23
Width (Ft.): 11
Level: First
Features: Wood-Burning Fireplace

Room 6 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Length (Ft.): 13
Width (Ft.): 12
Level: First

Room 7 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Length (Ft.): 12
Width (Ft.): 17
Level: Second

Room 8 Information
Type: Living Room
Length (Ft.): 13.58
Width (Ft.): 15.92
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wood-Burning Fireplace

Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Walk-Out Access, Daylight, Full

Interior Features
# of Rooms: 8
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Other, Pantry
Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Tile

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Metal, Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,680
Building Area Source: Measured (ANSI)

Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)

Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 2002
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,680

Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $278,784
Lot Size (Acres): 6.4
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Wooded, Rural
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
Zoning: DA

Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Sheepscot
Water Body Type: River
Water View: Yes

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,393
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Hot Water, Baseboard
Electric: Underground, Generator Hookup, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer
Utilities On: No
Water Source: Private
Water Heater: Off Heating System

Location

HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Location Information
Unparsed Address: 278 South Dyer Neck Road, Newcastle, ME 04553
Directions: Take Route 1 south, turn right on Sheepsct Road, travel into Sheepscot Village , Take a right on South Dyer Neck Road travel approx. 1.5 miles look for the green Mailbox, the driveway is the next driveway after the green mailbox to the left. Look for sign

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,962
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: —
County: Lincoln County
APN: 427341

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Great Salt Bay Community School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 89° expected this year, 16 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

Newcastle, ME • 04553

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In this area, properties receive around 7.9 hours in June and 3.6 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$606,000 – $734,000

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Home values near 278 South Dyer Neck Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
303 South Dyer Neck Rd, Newcastle, ME 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2740 Sq. Ft.	$775,190
214 South Dyer Neck Rd, Newcastle, ME - Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 3750 Sq. Ft.	$836,024

Address	Redfin Estimate
181 South Dyer Neck Rd, Newcastle, ME 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1658 Sq. Ft.	$657,256
351 South Dyer Neck Rd, Newcastle, ME 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 3765 Sq. Ft.	$1,054,483

Address	Redfin Estimate
270 South Dyer Neck Rd, Newcastle, ME 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2040 Sq. Ft.	$702,812
223 South Dyer Neck Rd, Newcastle, ME 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1612 Sq. Ft.	$609,357

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