If you are looking for ''it'', this home has it! A feature-laden, custom-built ranch offering nearly 2200 sq. ft. , 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and single-level living at its finest! An open-concept kitchen, dining and living area separates the primary suite from the guest bedrooms and bath at the other end of the home. You will also find a designated office, large 4-season sunroom, half bath, and the biggest laundry/utility room you have ever seen! The kitchen offers a bar-height center island, stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops and a butler's pantry with French doors. The living-room has stunning built-ins that flank the highly efficient pellet stove. The primary suite has a separate soaking tub, standalone shower, powder room and walk-in closet. Other interior features include but are not limited to a whole-house audio system (including the back deck), central vac, radiant heat in bedrooms and baths (forced hot water baseboard elsewhere), 2 new mini-splits for additional heat and a/c, hardwood floors (tile in baths), custom trim details and solid wood doors throughout, closet organizers in each bedroom closet, Generac whole-house generator, radon-air mitigation system and more! If you like outdoor space, you won't be let down! How about a massive 12' x 31.5' back deck, a 6' x 30' covered farmers porch and a spacious and privately situated 2.3-acre lot. Storage? Yes, this home has that as well! There is a large, custom-built shed with tool storage and lean-to, 3-car heated garage (2 bays) and a full, dry basement with doghouse entry. Located less than 5.5 miles from I-95, 8.5 miles to Wells Beach and close to everything the Southern Maine Seacoast has to offer including area restaurants, shopping, and area schools. Convenient to both Portsmouth, NH, and Portland, ME and located just 75 minutes north of Boston. DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY! Call today to setup your private showing of this great property!
This is a gorgeous, well kept property. 3 BR/2.5 Bath Ranch built in 2007 on over 8 acres of privacy, with all the bells & whistles. .. 3 Car heated (2 bays) garage, a custom built shed, New Generac whole house generator, 2 new Heat/A/C Pumps, Central Vac, Surround sound built in wiring with outdoor speakers on the back Deck, Sunroom, Pantry, Gas Cookstove, huge Laundry room and Pantry, Pellet Stove, beautiful gleaming hardwood floors with radiant heat and a massive, dry basement with custom work bench's built by the seller. New shutters put on last year, to give it a cozy look. I don't know what else you could ask for honestly. This one is a must see!
MREIS #1430102
Jan 30, 2020
Sold
$489,900
$226/sq ft
Nov 7, 2019
Price Changed
$459,900
$212/sq ft
Oct 18, 2019
Price Changed
$479,900
$221/sq ft
Aug 20, 2019
Listed
$499,900
$230/sq ft
+73
Have you been dreaming of 1st floor ranch style living in a meticulously maintained home on over 8 acres in the town of Wells? Look no further than 481 Wire Road!This well cared for home offers an open concept kitchen/living room & dining area perfect for entertaining along w/ a 4 season room off the living area accessible by gorgeous French doors that lead out to a fabulous back deck overlooking your private back yard. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, granite counters, American cherry cabinets & large butlers pantry. The home offers hardwood floors throughout for easy cleaning & radiant floor heat so your toes are always toasty in the winter! There is a pellet stove in the living room also if you wish & there is central air conditioning thru heat pumps for the summer months. 3 Bedrooms plus an office/den & you have to see the master bath!The 3 car garage offers heat in 2 of the bays! Large dry basement, Top of the line Buderus Furnace, Only Minutes to the beaches & highway!
MREIS #1425984
Jul 23, 2019
Listed
$519,000
$239/sq ft
MREIS #1302592
Jul 28, 2017
Sold
$360,000
$166/sq ft
Apr 19, 2017
Listed
$389,000
$179/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,019 (+6.3%)
$132,330 + $489,740
$622,070
2024
$3,782 (+2.0%)
$132,330 + $489,740
$622,070
2023
$3,708 (−9.7%)
$132,330 + $489,740
$622,070
2022
$4,105 (−0.6%)
$76,280 + $316,140
$392,420
2021
$4,128 (+8.8%)
$56,190 + $336,230
$392,420
2020
$3,793 (+0.6%)
$76,280 + $285,660
$361,940
2019
$3,771 (+1.0%)
$76,280 + $285,660
$361,940
2018
$3,735 (+1.6%)
$76,280 + $285,660
$361,940
2017
$3,677 (+2.1%)
$76,280 + $285,660
$361,940
2016
$3,603 (+1.1%)
$76,280 + $281,920
$358,200
2015
$3,564 (+4.7%)
$76,280 + $281,920
$358,200
2014
$3,403
$76,280 + $281,920
$358,200
Tax history for 481 Wire Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,019 (+6.3%)
$132,330 + $489,740
$622,070
2024
$3,782 (+2.0%)
$132,330 + $489,740
$622,070
2023
$3,708 (−9.7%)
$132,330 + $489,740
$622,070
2022
$4,105 (−0.6%)
$76,280 + $316,140
$392,420
2021
$4,128 (+8.8%)
$56,190 + $336,230
$392,420
2020
$3,793 (+0.6%)
$76,280 + $285,660
$361,940
2019
$3,771 (+1.0%)
$76,280 + $285,660
$361,940
2018
$3,735 (+1.6%)
$76,280 + $285,660
$361,940
2017
$3,677 (+2.1%)
$76,280 + $285,660
$361,940
2016
$3,603 (+1.1%)
$76,280 + $281,920
$358,200
2015
$3,564 (+4.7%)
$76,280 + $281,920
$358,200
2014
$3,403
$76,280 + $281,920
$358,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.31 Acres
Year renovated
2007
Sq. Ft.
2,172
Year built
2007
Style
Single Family Residential
County
York County
APN
7082
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Attached Garage: Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Heated, Auto Door Opener, 5 - 10 Spaces, Paved, Inside Entrance
Vehicle Storage: 3 Car, Attached, Auto Door Opener, Direct Entry to Living, Heated
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Features: Dining Area, Informal
Room 2 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Features: Eat-In Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
Room 3 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Built-Ins, Heat Stove, Informal
Room 4 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: First
Features: Full Bath, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s)
Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Window Features: Double-Pane Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Generator, Central Vacuum, Cable, Air Radon Mitigation System
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Utility Sink, 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,172
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 2007
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,172
Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $100,188
Lot Size (Acres): 2.3
Lot Size Source: Survey
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Wooded, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Rural
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,835
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Stove, Radiant, Hot Water, Heat Pump, Baseboard
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Off Heating System, Oil, Tank
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
School Information
High School District: Wells-Ogunquit CSD
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 481 Wire Road, Wells, ME 04090
Directions: Interstate 95 to Wells Exit #19. Turn right onto 109 West and follow approximately 4.7 miles to Wire Road on right. Follow Wire Road approximately 1.1 miles to 481 Wire Road on right. Sign on the property.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,172
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2007
Year Renovated: 2007
County: York County
APN: 7082
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Wells Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 5.0mi
9/10
Wells Junior High School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 5.4mi
8/10
Wells High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.2mi
8/10
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% 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
Wells, ME • 04090
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$653,000 – $791,000
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