Welcome to 285 Manchester Road, Steep Falls, a suburb of Standish, Maine. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy the charm and tranquility of rural living while remaining conveniently close to local amenities. Nestled on a beautiful 1.6 acre lot, this property offers the perfect blend of privacy, & outdoor space. Step inside this 3-bedroom 1-bath home with 1344 sq ft. to find abundant natural light, functional living spaces, and plenty of potential to make it your own. The house has a full basement, a paved driveway, a large 24 x 30 garage with an open second story for lots of storage space or finish for a studio. Outside, you'll appreciate the large deck for entertaining off the kitchen, spacious yard, ideal for gardening or recreation. Partially wooded with a stream on the property. Sit around the fire pit, or simply relax and take in the peaceful surroundings. Nearby lakes, trails, and outdoor activities are just minutes away, while shopping, dining, and commuter routes remain within easy reach. Roughly 20 minutes to Windham, 1/2 hour to Portland. The house needs TLC; the condition of the systems is unknown, and the systems are currently off. The property is being sold as is and will not qualify for traditional financing.
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
1.6 acresLot Size
$190Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Melissa Ryan-Proper• Proper Real Estate Group LLC
Est. $2,265 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 285 Manchester Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1670896
Jul 17, 2026
Sold
$255,000
$190/sq ft
Jul 8, 2026
Listed
$269,000
$200/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,907 (+2.0%)
$70,300 + $164,100
$234,400
2024
$2,850 (+8.5%)
$65,100 + $161,100
$226,200
2023
$2,627 (+14.6%)
$54,600 + $135,100
$189,700
2022
$2,292 (+2.3%)
$48,500 + $110,100
$158,600
2021
$2,241 (+8.6%)
$44,200 + $105,200
$149,400
2019
$2,063 (+6.0%)
$42,000 + $102,300
$144,300
2018
$1,946 (+4.9%)
$37,700 + $102,300
$140,000
2017
$1,855 (+3.3%)
$37,700 + $102,300
$140,000
2016
$1,795 (+0.2%)
$37,700 + $102,300
$140,000
2015
$1,791 (+5.3%)
$37,700 + $102,300
$140,000
2014
$1,701 (+0.6%)
$37,700 + $102,300
$140,000
2013
$1,691
$37,700 + $102,300
$140,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.6 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,344
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
52368
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
RU
Rural District
These areas are generally rural now, unsewered, and it is proposed that they remain in a very low density of development in order to prevent future problems, with site plan review providing careful controls to ensure the compatibility of future development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved, 5 - 10 Spaces, Detached
Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Bulkhead, Full, Unfinished
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 5
Flooring: Vinyl
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Frame
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,344
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1972
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,344
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $69,696
Lot Size (Acres): 1.6
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Near Town, Level, Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: RR
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,907
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer, Unknown
Utilities On: No
Water Source: Private
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 285 Manchester Road, Standish, ME 04085
Directions: GPS
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,344
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 52368
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Steep Falls Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
Bonny Eagle Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi
4/10
Bonny Eagle High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.6mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
10% 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
Steep Falls, ME • 04085
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$251,000 – $303,000
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