If you are looking for a turnkey home in Orono, this is the one you will want to check out. The house has recently had some amazing work done to it, including a long list of energy efficiency improvements that will keep your energy costs unbelievably low. Currently, the heat AND electric costs average around $2,000 a year total. This is a huge savings compared to similar homes. Additionally, the workmanship is impeccable. You can find the extensive list of improvements in the documents section of the listing along with the costs of heat and electricity. The improvements are not limited to inside either. The home features beautiful landscaping, a fenced in section, as well as an irrigation system giving you a dry back yard during the height of mud season. Beautiful, economical, a convenient location near town, the University of Maine, and the Penobscot River, this home has it all!
Single-familyProperty Type
1969Year Built
0.7 acresLot Size
$185Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Richard Kenefic• ERA Dawson-Bradford Co.
Bought with Megan Schneider• Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
Bought with Denise Reed• Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
FIXER UPPER ALERT! Attention investors and home buyers seeking a great equity opportunity: This 3 bedroom & 1 bath ORONO ranch has plenty of potential. Bring your toolbox and renovation ideas to turn this open concept home into a showpiece. There's lots of great features to work with here: recently installed heat pump (for efficient heat and a/c), updated appliances; sunny and spacious living/dining/kitchen area; fireplace; large attached 2 car garage; and full unfinished daylight basement. This home is situated on pretty 0.7 acre lot in a convenient Orono location. Check out this diamond in the rough!
MREIS #1129242
Feb 12, 2016
Sold
$120,000
$60/sq ft
Mar 5, 2015
Listed
$129,000
$64/sq ft
+7
Quiet country setting in this cozy 3 bedroom ranch featuring many recent updates, fireplace in living room, over sized 2 car garage, newly redecorated with laminated floors and carpet.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,269 (+1.6%)
$48,100 + $266,900
$315,000
2024
$6,168 (+20.1%)
$44,100 + $244,800
$288,900
2023
$5,136 (−0.8%)
$50,200 + $169,300
$219,500
2022
$5,179 (+5.2%)
$50,200 + $167,400
$217,600
2021
$4,923 (+30.7%)
$39,900 + $167,400
$207,300
2020
$3,767 (+6.2%)
$38,700 + $95,400
$134,100
2019
$3,547 (−2.0%)
$38,700 + $95,400
$134,100
2018
$3,621 (+3.8%)
$38,700 + $95,400
$134,100
2017
$3,487 (+4.7%)
$38,700 + $95,400
$134,100
2016
$3,332 (−11.5%)
$38,700 + $95,400
$134,100
2015
$3,767 (+2.3%)
$59,000 + $95,400
$154,400
2014
$3,682
$59,000 + $95,400
$154,400
Tax history for 147 Bennoch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,269 (+1.6%)
$48,100 + $266,900
$315,000
2024
$6,168 (+20.1%)
$44,100 + $244,800
$288,900
2023
$5,136 (−0.8%)
$50,200 + $169,300
$219,500
2022
$5,179 (+5.2%)
$50,200 + $167,400
$217,600
2021
$4,923 (+30.7%)
$39,900 + $167,400
$207,300
2020
$3,767 (+6.2%)
$38,700 + $95,400
$134,100
2019
$3,547 (−2.0%)
$38,700 + $95,400
$134,100
2018
$3,621 (+3.8%)
$38,700 + $95,400
$134,100
2017
$3,487 (+4.7%)
$38,700 + $95,400
$134,100
2016
$3,332 (−11.5%)
$38,700 + $95,400
$134,100
2015
$3,767 (+2.3%)
$59,000 + $95,400
$154,400
2014
$3,682
$59,000 + $95,400
$154,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.71 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,302
Year built
1968
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Penobscot County
APN
428424
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
MDR
AQUIFER PROTECTION OVERLAY
AQUIFER PROTECTION
Medium-Density Residential District
The Medium-Density Residential District MDR is designated for land where central water and sewer facilities are available or where the installation of these facilities is feasible. Residential and other compatible and complementing uses are permitted in this district at densities dependent upon utility service available. This district is intended to house the majority of the town's permanent residents in areas and at densities consistent with the utilities.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Public service
Fire house
Police station
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Heated, Auto Door Opener, 5 - 10 Spaces, Paved
Tankless Water Heater, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range
Window Features: Double-Pane Windows
Flooring: Vinyl, Laminate, Concrete
Other Equipment: Generator
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Post & Beam
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,010
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1969
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,302
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 708
Green Energy Efficient: Water Heater, Other/See Internal Remarks, Insulated Foundation
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $30,492
Lot Size (Acres): 0.7
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Open, Near Town, Near Public Transit
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,410
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump, Direct Vent Heater
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Gas, On Demand
Location
School Information
High School District: RSU 26
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 147 Bennoch Road, Orono, ME 04473
Directions: Take Exit 193 onto Stillwater Ave. In 300 feet take a right onto Godfrey Dr. Go to the end. Turn right onto Bennoch Rd. The house is 500 feet on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,302
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.71 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: —
County: Penobscot County
APN: 428424
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Asa C Adams School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
Orono Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
Orono High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° 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
Orono, ME • 04473
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.5 hours in
June and 2.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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2.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$354,000 – $428,000
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