#1624449, Listing Office: Badger Peabody & Smith Realty
#5043434·
Listing office: Badger Peabody & Smith Realty·
Listing agent: Bernadette Donohue·
Listing office phone: 207-542-9967
$650,000 List price
689 Hard Scrabble Rd Sweden, ME 04008
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,428 sqft
6.5 acres
$268 / sqft
House
Property details
About 689 Hard Scrabble Rd
STUNNING LOG HOME, lovingly renovated to blend classic craftsmanship with modern comforts. Natural wood, cathedral ceiling, and a floor-to-ceiling fireplace define the heart of this home. A showstopper kitchen features leathered granite countertops, beautiful cabinetry, lighting and stainless appliances. Casual or formal dining options are perfect for entertaining while gorgeous wood and tile floors grace the living space. An integral first-floor sunroom, office or studio is ideal for remote work or quiet relaxation. A soaring stone fireplace reaches high with a fun and functional loft overlooking and leading to the 2nd floor primary suite. Two more bedrooms and a full bath are located off the first floor and share access to a private screen porch for summer breezes. The open walk-out basement is ready for finishing or extra storage. Nestled on 6.48 private acres with over 1000’ of road frontage for privacy with stonewalls, perennials, and a sunny yard to play or soak in the serenity. There is also a workshop in a separate basement area plus a large garden shed. Carsley Brook, described as a year-round cold-water stream, connects to the Bridgton border, and runs through the Highland Research Forest Trail system. Nearby to Highland golf course and snow mobile trails plus Highland Lake and downtown Bridgton. Within region of renowned Fryeburg Academy high school, this peaceful property is ready to be your forever home or vacation retreat in the lakes’ region of Maine.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingOil, Baseboard, Hot Water
StatusActive
Size2,428 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size6.48 Acres
Year built2003
ParkingDriveway, On-Site, Parking Spaces 3 - 5, Unpaved
MLS #5043434
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Interior: Cathedral Ceiling, Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Fireplace - Wood, Fireplaces - 1, Hearth, Kitchen Island, Laundry Hook-ups, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Skylight, Storage - Indoor, Walk-in Closet, Wood Stove Hook-up, Laundry - 1st Floor
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Driveway, On-Site, Parking Spaces 3 - 5, Unpaved
- Exterior: Garden Space, Porch - Covered, Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Shed, Storage, Window Screens, Windows - Double Pane
- Heating: Oil, Baseboard, Hot Water
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $650,000
- Price/SqFt: $267
- Directions: Bridgton Rd (Rt 302 East) Turn Left onto Highland Rd at Highland Lake town beach. Go 2.4 mi and continue onto Chadbourne Hill Rd for .5 mi. At intersection, turn left onto Upper Ridge Rd for 2.2 mi which becomes Hardscrabble Rd (Ridlonvill Rd per GPS). First house on left after Common Dr. pillars.
- Year Built: 2003
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,428 SqFt
- Lot Size: 6.48 Acres
- MLS Number: 5043434
- Office Name: Badger Peabody & Smith Realty
- Office Phone: (207) 542-9967
- Listing Agent: Bernadette Donohue
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 07, 2024 | Home Sold | $301,000 |
Tax history
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Nearby schools
2
Harrison Elementary School
Public District 3-6
4.0 mi
•309 Naples Rd
6
Stevens Brook School
Public District KG-5
5.1 mi
•14 Frances Bell Dr
6
Otisfield Community School
Public District PK-6
12.0 mi
•416 Powhatan Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $52,394. Residents of Sweden, ME typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
31%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
4%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
32%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
39%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
12%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
20%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Dollar General
Dick's Sporting Goods
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Hardee's
Texas Roadhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Oldsmobile
Subaru
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
Oldies
New Country
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Frequently asked questions
About 689 Hard Scrabble Rd
The listing price of 689 Hard Scrabble Rd property is $650,000.
The property 689 Hard Scrabble Rd is a house located in Sweden, Maine, 04008.
Active Listing: 689 Hard Scrabble Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 689 Hard Scrabble Rd are: Harrison Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Stevens Brook School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Otisfield Community School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lake Region Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Molly Ockett School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Oxford Hills Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lake Region High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Poland Regional High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
The last sale was on June 7, 2024 for $301,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 689 Hard Scrabble Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 689 Hard Scrabble Rd is 2,428 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 689 Hard Scrabble Rd is 2003.
This home is located at 689 Hard Scrabble Rd in Sweden, ME and zip code 04040. This 2,428 square foot home, which was built in 2003, sits on a 6.48 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $650,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.