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8 Sylvan Rd, Orono, ME 04473
About this home
This beautifully maintained and freshly painted single-family ranch offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and versatility. Nestled on a quiet dead-end street, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath gem is ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking for low-maintenance living with room to grow. Step inside to a warm, inviting interior featuring fresh professional paint throughout, ready for you to move right in. The main living area is cozy yet spacious, offering great natural light and easy flow between the living room and kitchen. The recently refinished original hardwood floors run throughout the living room, hallway and bedrooms, elevating the homes aesthetic and adding to its mid-century charm. The updated furnace, oil tank, and brand-new roof give you peace of mind for years to come. Need extra space? The partially finished basement offers endless potential for a den, office, gym, or additional storage—tailor it to your lifestyle! Outside, enjoy a sizable, professionally landscaped, .37-acre lot with ample room for gardening, pets, or backyard gatherings. An attached 1-car garage and shed provide convenience and storage, while the peaceful, tucked-away location still keeps you close to downtown Orono, the University of Maine, local parks, and I-95. Whether you're looking to settle down, simplify, or expand your rental investment portfolio, this home checks all the boxes—don't miss your chance to make it yours!
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Schools
- K - 12
- Preschool & daycare
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
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Parking
- Parking Information
- Has Garage
- # of Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site, Off Street
- Vehicle Storage: 1 Car
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Baths (Full): 1
- Room 1 Information
- Type: Bedroom 2
- Length (Ft.): 12
- Width (Ft.): 10
- Level: First
- Room 2 Information
- Type: Living Room
- Length (Ft.): 16
- Width (Ft.): 11
- Level: First
- Room 3 Information
- Type: Den
- Length (Ft.): 21
- Width (Ft.): 14
- Level: Basement
- Room 4 Information
- Type: Bedroom 1
- Length (Ft.): 12
- Width (Ft.): 10
- Level: First
- Room 5 Information
- Type: Kitchen
- Length (Ft.): 13
- Width (Ft.): 10
- Level: First
- Basement Information
- Basement Entry: Interior Entry, Finished, Full
- Interior Features
- # of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, One-Floor Living, Shower, Storage
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
- Laundry Information
- Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Exterior
- Building Information
- Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
- Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,162
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Exterior Features
- Patio & Porch Features: Deck
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
- Property Information
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Year Built: 1955
- Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 768
- Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 394
- Green Energy Efficient: Ceiling Fans
- Lot Information
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $16,117.20
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.37
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Features: Interior Lot, Intown, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Cul-De-Sac, Level, Wooded
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Zoning: Residential
Financial
- Tax Information
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,322
- Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Has Heating
- Heating: Baseboard
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Water Heater: Electric
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Location
- Location Information
- Unparsed Address: 8 Sylvan Road, Orono, ME 04473
- Directions: From Bangor: Follow I-95 N to Orono. Take exit 193 from I-95 N 8 min (8.5 mi) Continue on Stillwater Ave. Drive to Sylvan Rd 50 sec (0.1 mi) Arrive at: 8 Sylvan Rd, Orono, ME 04473
Public facts
- Beds: 2
- Baths: 1.0
- Finished Sq. Ft.: 832
- Unfinished Sq. Ft.: —
- Total Sq. Ft.: 832
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 0.36 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1955
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Penobscot County
- APN: 428449
Sale and tax history for 8 Sylvan Rd
- Sale History
- Tax History
$214/sq ft
$224/sq ft
$232/sq ft
$241/sq ft
$249/sq ft
$156/sq ft
$138/sq ft
Very sweet home on dead end street with nice large backyard and deck. 1 car garage. Remodeled kitchen and bath, SS appliances, hardwood floors. Spacious finished family room in basement plus an extra room for an office or guests.
$112/sq ft
$105/sq ft
Public record
- Public record
- Zoning
MDR
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.Include but are not limited to:
- Housing-Single unit
- Housing-Senior
- Public service
- Fire house
- Police station
Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 92° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
Good sunlight
SunscoreThere appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
Redfin Estimate for 8 Sylvan Rd
- SOLD AUG 17, 2026$264,900 Last sold price2 beds1 bath616 sq ft153 Stillwater Ave, Orono, ME 04473
$216/sq ft
larger lot
1 year older
- SOLD JUN 16, 2026$270,000 Last sold price4 beds2 baths1,788 sq ft64 Penobscot St, Orono, ME 04473
$63/sq ft
smaller lot
75 years older
- SOLD JUN 29, 2026$370,000 Last sold price3 beds2 baths1,384 sq ft32 Nickerson Ln, Milford, ME 04461
$53/sq ft
larger lot
29 years newer
- SOLD JUL 16, 2026$312,500 Last sold price3 beds1 bath1,405 sq ft12 Sunset Dr, Orono, ME 04473
$8/sq ft
smaller lot
3 years newer
- SOLD JAN 23, 2026$241,999 Last sold price2 beds1 bath1,125 sq ft426 Main Rd, Milford, ME 04461
$1/sq ft
larger lot
15 years newer
- SOLD JUN 5, 2026$210,000 Last sold price3 beds1 bath933 sq ft124 Jefferson St, Old Town, ME 04468
$11/sq ft
smaller lot
13 years older
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