This impeccable lakefront home is worth a look inside today as a drive by will not do it justice! Come check out this exceptional 4 bedroom, 3 bath Ranch with 125 feet on Messalonskee Lake. Thoughtfully landscaped grounds invite you into the front yard. Upon entrance, you are warmly greeted with a bright and generous open floor plan. Magnificent kitchen features cherry cabinets, new granite countertops, stainless appliances, and a new farmhouse kitchen sink. Kitchen opens up to the dining area which features a custom tray ceiling. Relax with the breathtaking lake views right from your living room which hosts a gas fireplace. Primary suite features a sitting area, walk in closet for storage and a full bath with double vanities. A convenient first floor laundry room has space for all your washing, drying and ironing needs. In addition to the first floor, there is also a large pantry with floor to ceiling shelving, a bedroom, and second bath. The daylight finished basement hosts two additional bedrooms and an office with new laminate flooring throughout. Walk out access to the lower deck with a newer hot tub to watch the sunsets overlooking the water. Back yard features new professional landscaping and extensive ground work including retaining walls, and entertainment space with fire pit for gatherings. New steps to your 125 feet of waterfrontage where you can enjoy the dock system.
Messalonskee Lake. Beautiful and spacious 4 BR, 3 bath Sidney ranch home with daylight lower level and 2 car in a wonderful lakeside neighborhood. Westerly views, sunsets, paved roads, convenient location and easy access to Augusta Waterville and I-95. Open interior w/ 9 foot ceilings. Beautiful lake views. Gorgeous Cherry kitchen w/ center island, dining room with tray ceiling and spacious living room w/ gas fireplace. Oversized master BR with bath and walk in closet. 56' combo screened porch, open covered porch and deck. 1st floor den/office or bedroom, pantry, laundry room and 2nd bath. Lower daylight level, with radiant heat, has a wonderful family room with wood stove and glass doors to the ground level deck, 2 bedrooms, full bath, office/BR and lots of storage. Walk out to the front lawn / lakeside. Oversized 2 car. Additional neighborhood common waterfront area. Very well maintained, pretty setting. A wonderful lakeside home.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,252 (+6.8%)
$516,700 + $645,500
$1,162,200
2024
$6,788 (+4.2%)
$344,500 + $435,700
$780,200
2023
$6,515 (+5.0%)
$344,500 + $435,700
$780,200
2022
$6,203 (−7.4%)
$344,500 + $435,700
$780,200
2021
$6,699 (+4.8%)
$138,900 + $370,500
$509,400
2020
$6,393 (+24.4%)
$138,900 + $370,500
$509,400
2019
$5,140 (+5.9%)
$138,900 + $270,700
$409,600
2018
$4,854 (+1.3%)
$138,900 + $270,700
$409,600
2017
$4,792 (+0.9%)
$138,900 + $270,700
$409,600
2016
$4,751 (−0.4%)
$138,900 + $270,700
$409,600
2015
$4,772 (+7.4%)
$138,900 + $270,700
$409,600
2014
$4,444 (+8.8%)
$138,900 + $270,700
$409,600
2013
$4,084
$138,900 + $270,700
$409,600
Tax history for 74 Lake Ridge Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,252 (+6.8%)
$516,700 + $645,500
$1,162,200
2024
$6,788 (+4.2%)
$344,500 + $435,700
$780,200
2023
$6,515 (+5.0%)
$344,500 + $435,700
$780,200
2022
$6,203 (−7.4%)
$344,500 + $435,700
$780,200
2021
$6,699 (+4.8%)
$138,900 + $370,500
$509,400
2020
$6,393 (+24.4%)
$138,900 + $370,500
$509,400
2019
$5,140 (+5.9%)
$138,900 + $270,700
$409,600
2018
$4,854 (+1.3%)
$138,900 + $270,700
$409,600
2017
$4,792 (+0.9%)
$138,900 + $270,700
$409,600
2016
$4,751 (−0.4%)
$138,900 + $270,700
$409,600
2015
$4,772 (+7.4%)
$138,900 + $270,700
$409,600
2014
$4,444 (+8.8%)
$138,900 + $270,700
$409,600
2013
$4,084
$138,900 + $270,700
$409,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Lot size
0.83 Acres
Year renovated
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Year built
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Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Kennebec County
APN
715285
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Attached Garage: Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, Paved, On Site, Inside Entrance
Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Attached, Auto Door Opener, Direct Entry to Living
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Room 1 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Office
Level: Basement
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Basement
Room 4 Information
Type: Den
Level: Basement
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Basement
Room 6 Information
Type: Laundry
Level: First
Room 7 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: First
Features: Double Vanity, Full Bath, Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Open, Wooded, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Shoreland
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Messalonskee
Water Body Type: Lake
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $6,004
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove, Radiant, Baseboard
Has Cooling
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Private
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: $1,000
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Pets Allowed: Other Restrictions
School Information
High School District: RSU 18
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 74 Lake Ridge Drive, Sidney, ME 04330
Directions: From Western Ave in Augusta, take Northern Ave to Old Belgrade Rd. Turn left onto Old Belgrade Rd. Take ME-23 N to Lake Ridge Dr in Sidney. Turn left onto Lake Ridge Dr. Look for sign.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.83 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Kennebec County
APN: 715285
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
James H Bean School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
9/10
Messalonskee Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.5mi
7/10
Messalonskee High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.3mi
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
4/10 Wind Factor
15% 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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Estimated sale price
$1.27M – $1.53M
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