This home's estimate is 5.2% higher than the average sale price ($2.50M) of 6 comparable homes.
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72 Riverside Dr, Wells, ME 04090
About this home
Positively one of the most recognized homes at Wells Beach! 80 feet of water frontage on the Webhannet River with gorgeous views of Wells Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. There is nothing like this home - it is truly exceptional! Custom built with six bedrooms, six bathrooms, an impressive 20 x 40 great room with soaring vaulted ceilings, magnificent fieldstone fireplace and a stunning staircase. Open concept kitchen and dining area combination with an attractive antique brick roman arch wood burning fireplace. Appealing breakfast bar, corian countertops, double ovens plus many other kitchen amenities including a fabulous indoor gas barbeque grill! Work from home in the very private office with its own fireplace and built-ins. Security system and intercom system. This home is beyond perfect for extended family and friends and even offers its own spacious two bedroom tri-level guest suite with views galore. Incredible outdoor space with multiple balconies and a massive waterside patio. The 31 sun facing windows bring the outside in! A low maintenance exterior with lifetime roofing shingles gives the home an authentic look with protection and longevity against the coastal weather elements. Two dedicated laundry rooms and more storage than you will ever need with 13 closets! Totally dry partially finished basement with workshop. A sandy beach awaits you just behind the property and provides easy access to drop in your kayak or stand up paddleboard. If you decide to leave this private sanctuary on the river with recreation and relaxation at your fingertips - Wells Beach is just across the street! An extraordinary offering in a supreme location!
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Sale history for 72 Riverside Dr
$417/sq ft
$439/sq ft
Tax history for 72 Riverside Dr
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
- Parking Information
- Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Concrete
Interior
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- Bathroom Information
- # of Baths (1/2): 2
- # of Baths (Full): 4
- Room 1 Information
- Type: Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Room 2 Information
- Type: Bedroom 1
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Closet, Double Vanity, Full Bath, Jetted Tub, Suite, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Room 3 Information
- Type: Dining Room
- Level: First
- Features: Dining Area, Wood-Burning Fireplace
- Room 4 Information
- Type: Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Room 5 Information
- Type: Living Room
- Level: First
- Features: Built-Ins, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wood-Burning Fireplace
- Room 6 Information
- Type: Bedroom 5
- Level: First
- Room 7 Information
- Type: Office
- Level: First
- Room 8 Information
- Type: Den
- Level: Second
- Room 9 Information
- Type: Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Room 10 Information
- Type: Kitchen
- Level: First
- Room 11 Information
- Type: Bedroom 6
- Level: Third
- Basement Information
- Basement Entry: Interior, Finished, Full, Unfinished
- Interior Features
- # of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: In-Law Apartment, Walk-in Closets, Attic, Bathtub, Other, Pantry, Shower, Storage
- Washer, Wall Oven, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Cooktop
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet
- Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Central Vacuum, Cable
- Laundry Information
- Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
- Fireplace Information
- # of Fireplaces: 3
- Has Fireplace
Exterior
- Building Information
- Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Steel Frame, Wood Frame
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 4,500
- Building Area Source: Seller
- Exterior Features
- Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Patio
- Property Information
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Security Features: Security System
- Year Built: 1988
- Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 4,300
- Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 200
- Lot Information
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $5,662.80
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Features: Open, Level, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Railroad
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Zoning: RB
- Waterfront Information
- Waterfront: Yes
- Water Body Name: Webhannet River
- Water Body Type: Harbor, River
- Water View: Yes
Financial
- Tax Information
- Annual Tax Amount: $9,939
- Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Has Heating
- Heating: Zoned, Hot Water, Baseboard
- Electric: Underground, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Water Heater: Off Heating System, Separate Booster
Location
- Location Information
- Unparsed Address: 72 Riverside Drive, Wells, ME 04090
- Directions: Route 1 to Mile Road and then left onto Atlantic Avenue to Riverside Drive
Public facts
- Beds: 6
- Baths: 6.0
- Sq. Ft.: 3,968
- Stories: 2.0
- Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1988
- Year Renovated: 2001
- County: York County
- APN: 13544
Around this home
Schools
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 87° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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