$850,000

199 Ferry Rd Saco, ME 04072

4 beds
2 full
1,430 sqft
2.3 acres
House

Property details

About 199 Ferry Rd

Step back in time with this historic and unique 1875 home, nestled on a rare 2.33-acre lot in a desirable area of Saco, with 30' of frontage on the Saco River. Brimming with potential, this vintage farmhouse offers a rare opportunity to restore and revitalize a piece of local history. The home boasts an inviting front porch with a stained glass welcome light, perfect place to watch the world go by. Enter the home and find a kitchen with views of the expansive back yard and seasonal views of the Saco River. ¾-bathroom off the kitchen and a screened-in porch looking over the backyard. Backyard is a sanctuary for wildlife. Off the kitchen find a large dining room with China closet and an expandable dining room with bay window. Could be a great sitting room too. Through the French Doors find a bright living room. Upstairs find a primary bedroom with TWO closets, one of which is large and deep, another 3-bedrooms, bathroom, PLUS an additional finished room which is perfect for your home office. Property has plenty of room to expand into the large, two-floor barn (3-floors when counting the basement level of barn). Property has an abundance of storage space in the large basement or below the barn. Located less than two miles from Saco's stunning sandy beaches and Camp Ellis, this property combines the charm of country living with the convenience of coastal access. The expansive lot provides endless possibilities—gardens, recreation, or even future expansion. While the home is in need of updating, its solid structure and prime location make it an incredible investment for those seeking character, space, and proximity to Maine's beautiful shoreline. Only 25-minutes to Portland and 90-minutes to Boston.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Baseboard
StatusActive
Size1,430 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size2.33 Acres
Year built1875
ParkingPaved, Inside Entrance, Off Street, Storage
MLS #1617388
Attached garage2 spaces
WaterfrontRiver
ViewFields, Scenic, Trees/Woods

Summary

  • MLS Number: 1617388
  • MLS Name: Maine Listings
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
  • Office Phone: (207) 282-5988

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$455,900$6,725
2022$334,800$6,137
2021$312,300$5,896
2019$286,500$5,552
2018$279,600$5,419

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

CK Burns School

Public District 3-5

1.6 mi

135 Middle Street Ext

5

Biddeford Intermediate School

Public District 4-5

2.7 mi

335 Hill St

7

Mildred L Day School

Public District KG-5

6.7 mi

600 Limerick Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $104,241. Typical income of Saco, ME residents is between $100k-200k annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

5%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
45%
100k-200k
8%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

28%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
41%
Married, No Kids
26%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
9%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
24%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Best BuyBest Buy

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • LexusLexus
  • LincolnLincoln

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 199 Ferry Rd

This home is located at 199 Ferry Rd in Saco, ME and zip code 04072. This 1,430 square foot home, which was built in 1875, sits on a 2.33 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It is currently priced at $850,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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