Charming Cape Cod Home in Sought after Springvale/Sanford. Welcome Home! Turn key ready and beautifully updated classic Cape Cod home, nestled in one of the most desirable areas in York County. Offering 2-3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and open floor plan, this home features an inviting blend of timeless charm and modern upgrades. Enjoy brand-new flooring throughout and freshly painted surfaces that brighten every corner. The remodeled 1st floor bathroom exudes peaceful tranquility, while the kitchen boasts sleek new appliances and quartz counters making meal prep a joy (!). Enjoy being close to schools, shopping and downtown. The outdoor spaces are just as impressive, with updated landscaping and hardscaping providing a perfect setting for relaxation or entertaining. This Joy Street property is a must-see—move in and make it your own!
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
7,405 sq ftLot Size
$216Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jennifer Anderson Airlia Ball• NextHome Experience
Bought with Melissa Morrill• Maine Home Connection
THE CLASSIC CAPE COD! This well built home in established Springvale neighborhood has what you need to make the perfect home. Many built-ins throughout. This full dormer Cape has spacious 2nd floor bedrooms w/ ample closet space. Eat-in kitchen, formal dining room w/ hardwood flooring, and a wonderful front to back living room. Open level lot w/ pretty perennial landscaping. Additional features are an irrigation system, and some finished space in the basement. Close to Village amenities like restaurants, library, stores, and parks.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,665 (+6.0%)
$34,800 + $238,000
$272,800
2024
$4,403 (+7.5%)
$34,800 + $238,000
$272,800
2023
$4,094 (+2.3%)
$34,800 + $235,600
$270,400
2022
$4,002 (+11.6%)
$34,800 + $235,600
$270,400
2021
$3,585 (+5.2%)
$34,800 + $162,400
$197,200
2020
$3,407 (+4.5%)
$34,800 + $134,200
$169,000
2019
$3,260 (+5.2%)
$34,800 + $122,700
$157,500
2018
$3,098 (+5.0%)
$34,800 + $116,300
$151,100
2017
$2,951 (−2.8%)
$34,800 + $107,500
$142,300
2016
$3,036 (+1.2%)
$34,800 + $98,700
$133,500
2015
$3,000
$34,900 + $101,200
$136,100
Tax history for 16 Joy St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,665 (+6.0%)
$34,800 + $238,000
$272,800
2024
$4,403 (+7.5%)
$34,800 + $238,000
$272,800
2023
$4,094 (+2.3%)
$34,800 + $235,600
$270,400
2022
$4,002 (+11.6%)
$34,800 + $235,600
$270,400
2021
$3,585 (+5.2%)
$34,800 + $162,400
$197,200
2020
$3,407 (+4.5%)
$34,800 + $134,200
$169,000
2019
$3,260 (+5.2%)
$34,800 + $122,700
$157,500
2018
$3,098 (+5.0%)
$34,800 + $116,300
$151,100
2017
$2,951 (−2.8%)
$34,800 + $107,500
$142,300
2016
$3,036 (+1.2%)
$34,800 + $98,700
$133,500
2015
$3,000
$34,900 + $101,200
$136,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,656
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
York County
APN
82846
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, Paved, Inside Entrance
Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Auto Door Opener, Direct Entry to Living
Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Disposal, Dishwasher
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,803
Building Area Source: Public Records
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1979
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,440
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 363
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $7,405.20
Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Level, Intown, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Neighborhood, Irrigation System
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,403
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Baseboard
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Location
School Information
High School District: Sanford Public Schools
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 16 Joy Street, Sanford, ME 04083
Directions: From I95 Follow ME-111 W/ Alfred Rd Turn right onto ME-224 Turn left onto Bridge St Turn right onto Main Street Turn left onto Kirk St Turn right onto Joy St Sign is on the property
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,656
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: —
County: York County
APN: 82846
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Some nearby schools may not be within this home's attendance zone. Please check the Sanford Public Schools website to verify.
Carl J Lamb School
Public PreK-4 • 1.2mi
5/10
Sanford Middle School
Public 5-8 • 1.3mi
4/10
Sanford High School
Public 9-12 • 4.2mi
5/10
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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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% 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
Springvale, ME • 04083
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.6 hrs
4.2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$371,000 – $449,000
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