Step into history with this 1840 home, rich in original craftsmanship. With authentic woodwork, flooring, and mantels, it offers a unique restoration opportunity.
Located on a .28-acre lot with two driveways and frontage on Falls Road, it's just 15 minutes from Waterville and under an hour from theaters, skiing, golf, hiking, fishing, and the Maine coast.
This former boarding home features 18 rooms, perfect for a business, rental, or spacious family living. The property includes a 20'x25' detached garage with a service pit, ample storage in the attic and basement, and mature trees offering privacy.
The first floor has seven rooms, including two porches, a main kitchen, scullery kitchen, dining room, double parlor, and a bedroom/den, along with a full and half bath. The second floor has four bedrooms, a three-season porch, attic storage, and a full bath. The third floor offers five additional versatile rooms.
Recent updates include a private well, newer septic, well pump, and improvements to heating, wiring, UV water filtration, and plumbing.
A great opportunity for a fixer-upper with historic charm. Survey and septic design available.
Cash sale only. Proof of funds must be provided prior to showing approval.
Closed
$85,000
134 Falls Road, Benton, ME 04901
9beds
5,980sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1840
0.28 Acres Lot
$304,600 Zestimate®
$14/sqft
$3,313 Estimated rent
Home value
$304,600
$228,000 - $387,000
$3,313/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 18, 2025 at 07:10pm
Listed by:
EXP Realty
Bought with:
Realty of Maine
Realty of Maine
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1596544
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 9
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
Bedroom 6
- Level: Third
Other
- Level: Third
Other
- Level: Third
Other
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Other
- Level: Third
Sunroom
- Level: First
Sunroom
- Level: First
Sunroom
- Level: Second
Heating
- Stove, Steam, Radiator
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub, Shower, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
- Basement: Doghouse,Interior Entry,Dirt Floor,Full,Partial,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,980
- Total interior livable area: 5,980 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,980
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Gravel, 5 - 10 Spaces, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Level, Open Lot
Details
- Parcel number: BNTNM20L20
- Zoning: Residential
- Other equipment: Internet Access Available
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Asphalt, Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Granite, Pillar/Post/Pier, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1840
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Utilities On
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Benton
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2024 | Pending sale | $89,900+5.8%$15/sqft |
Source:  Maine Listings #1596544 | ||
| 10/25/2024 | Sold | $85,000-5.5%$14/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1596544 | ||
| 10/18/2024 | Contingent | $89,900$15/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1596544 | ||
| 9/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $89,900-25.1%$15/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1596544 | ||
| 8/29/2024 | Contingent | $120,000$20/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1596544 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,910 +12.4% | $131,730 |
| 2023 | $1,699 -0.8% | $131,730 |
| 2022 | $1,712 +39.4% | $131,730 +90.9% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 04901
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Benton Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-6Distance: 1.5 mi
- 2/10Lawrence Jr High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 3/10Lawrence High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
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