Own the Maine Dream, With Room to Build Equity! Looking for a property where you can create something truly your own? 277 Blanchard Road offers the character, land and potential you've been looking for at a price that leaves room to add value. Set on 3 acres in Sanford, this 4 bedroom log home delivers the kind of Maine character that's difficult to recreate. The living room features a beautiful stone fireplace with insert, while the dining room showcases exposed beams and cathedral ceilings. Step outside onto the welcoming farmer's porch and enjoy the peaceful setting and generous amount of usable land. This home does need some work and updating, providing an excellent opportunity for someone who is willing to roll up their sleeves and make it their own. The kitchen countertops have been removed, giving the next owner a chance to bring their own vision and finishes to the space rather than paying a premium for someone else's renovation. And the potential doesn't stop inside. The property offers a large, level open area with a lean-to and stage, creating an incredibly versatile space for entertaining, gatherings, hobbies, gardening or exploring possibilities for additional improvements, subject to town requirements. A detached garage and shed provide valuable storage and workspace for projects, equipment and all the things that come with enjoying three acres. Imagine summer evenings around a fire, gatherings with friends on your own private grounds, morning coffee on the farmer's porch, or spending weekends transforming this property into the Maine retreat you've always envisioned. Priced below market value to reflect its current condition, this is an opportunity to purchase a property with character and significant potential for equity through improvements.
Single-familyProperty Type
1983Year Built
3 acresLot Size
$203Price/Sq.Ft.
11 spacesParking
Listed by Jennifer Sumrall• The Maine Real Estate Experience
Bought with Paula Christensen• The Maine Real Estate Experience
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Market trends in 04083, ME
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
1.5% MoM
Median sale price
$339K
$7K MoM
Avg. days on market
45d
13 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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1 MoM
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Rental estimate
Est. $2,774 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 277 Blanchard Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1678259
Sep 17, 2026
Sold
$350,000
$203/sq ft
Sep 5, 2026
Price Changed
$375,000
$217/sq ft
Sep 2, 2026
Price Changed
$385,000
$223/sq ft
Aug 28, 2026
Listed
$389,000
$225/sq ft
PrimeMLS #4121937
Mar 5, 2012
Sold
$172,500
$100/sq ft
Jan 6, 2012
Listed
$184,900
$107/sq ft
Country living only minutes to downtown Sanford or only about 15 minutes to Rochester. This warm and comfortable log home sites on 3 acres, with a great open floor plan, stone fireplace and widepine flooring. Three season sunroom/greenhouse helps with solar heating, many recent updates in last couple years including roof and heating system. Heated swimming pool. Expansive parking areas would make for a great home buisness. Take a minute and visit your next home you won't be disappointed.
MREIS #1038776
Jan 6, 2012
Listed
$184,900
$107/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,620 (+5.9%)
$50,600 + $219,600
$270,200
2024
$4,361 (+6.6%)
$50,600 + $219,600
$270,200
2023
$4,091 (+2.3%)
$50,600 + $219,600
$270,200
2022
$3,999 (+1.8%)
$50,600 + $219,600
$270,200
2021
$3,929 (+3.8%)
$50,600 + $165,500
$216,100
2020
$3,784 (+1.8%)
$50,600 + $137,100
$187,700
2019
$3,718 (+4.8%)
$50,600 + $129,000
$179,600
2018
$3,547 (+11.2%)
$45,900 + $127,100
$173,000
2017
$3,190 (−2.9%)
$45,900 + $107,900
$153,800
2016
$3,284 (+1.7%)
$46,000 + $98,400
$144,400
2015
$3,229
$50,600 + $95,900
$146,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,728
Year built
1983
Style
Single Family Residential
County
York County
APN
78815
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
RR
Rural Residential Zone
The purpose of the Rural Residential RR Zone is to provide areas in the City which promote high-quality rural residential environments in sections of the community which cannot be served by public water and sewerage systems, while maintaining the rural character of these areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Processing
Fire house
Police station
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gravel, 11 - 20 Spaces
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Room 3 Information
Type: Office
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Wood-Burning Fireplace
Room 5 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 6 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 7 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Gas Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Log
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,728
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1983
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,728
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $130,680
Lot Size (Acres): 3
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Rural, Wooded
Zoning: RR
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,620
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air, Hot Water
Electric: 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: 277 Blanchard Road, Sanford, ME 04083
Directions: From Sanford, Route 202 (Lebanon Street) to right on Smith Road, right on Blanchard Road. House on your left.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,728
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1983
Year Renovated: —
County: York County
APN: 78815
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
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Schools
Some nearby schools may not be within this home's attendance zone. Please check the Sanford Public Schools website to verify.
Sanford Junior High School
Public 5-7 • 3.1mi
Sanford Pride Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • 3.1mi
6/10
Sanford Middle School
Public 5-8 • 3.2mi
4/10
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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 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
14% 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
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 2% for direct sun exposure in Springvale. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
5.2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$324,000 – $392,000
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