Just a few miles from the Town of Bethel this beautifully updated ranch-style home offers the perfect blend of comfort. Set in a truly special location, the property is surrounded by protected conservation land within Bethel Community Forest West, ensuring that the serene, wooded landscape around you will remain undeveloped for years to come. With direct access to the Parks Bennett Trail, outdoor enthusiasts can step right outside to enjoy hiking, biking, snowshoeing, and exploring miles of preserved forestland. This home has been recently renovated it features expanded living space, including an additional bedroom, making it ideal for easy one-level living. Set on a town-maintained road with the added benefit of town water, the property welcomes you with a level driveway leading to a charming front deck. Step inside through the mudroom/laundry area, a practical central hub--perfect for storing gear after a day spent on the surrounding trails. To the right, you'll find a spacious living room anchored by a striking stone fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. One bedroom is tucked off this area, while at the back of the home, a screened-in porch offers a peaceful retreat overlooking the backyard. The outdoor space is a true highlight, featuring apple trees, a pet containment area, a patio, and a storage shed with an overhang--ideal for housing bikes, skis, and outdoor equipment. To the left of the mudroom, the kitchen and dining area flow seamlessly together, offering abundant cabinet and counter space with a 'cute' coffee bar and including a breakfast bar for casual seating. A fully renovated bathroom and two additional bedrooms complete this side of the home. Move-in ready with thoughtful updates throughout, this property offers a rare opportunity to own a home enveloped by conserved land--and trail access to Parks Bennett trail.
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Price cut: $16K (2/11)
$379,000
781 North Road, Bethel, ME 04217
3beds
1,420sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
3.5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$267/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Striking stone fireplaceLevel drivewayAdditional bedroomSerene wooded landscapeCharming front deckCoffee barPet containment area
- 180 days |
- 1,285 |
- 55 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 25, 2026 at 05:44am
Listed by:
Cassie Mason Real Estate
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1639062
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Mud room
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood, Hardwood
- Basement: Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,420
- Total interior livable area: 1,420 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,420
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Screened
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Fields
Lot
- Size: 3.5 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: BETLM16L020
- Zoning: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Generator Hookup
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Bethel
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $267/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $135,300
- Annual tax amount: $2,391
- Date on market: 9/27/2025
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/11/2026 | Price change | $379,000-4.1%$267/sqft |
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| 1/14/2026 | Price change | $395,000-1.2%$278/sqft |
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| 11/21/2025 | Price change | $399,900-4.8%$282/sqft |
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| 9/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $420,000+242.9%$296/sqft |
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| 3/1/2018 | Sold | $122,500-3.5%$86/sqft |
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| 1/9/2018 | Pending sale | $126,900$89/sqft |
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| 11/15/2017 | Price change | $126,900-2%$89/sqft |
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| 10/5/2017 | Pending sale | $129,500$91/sqft |
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| 9/7/2017 | Price change | $129,500-7.5%$91/sqft |
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| 12/1/2016 | Price change | $140,000-6.7%$99/sqft |
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| 11/4/2016 | Listed for sale | $150,000+34.8%$106/sqft |
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| 12/23/2015 | Sold | $111,300$78/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,887 +8.1% | $135,300 |
| 2023 | $1,745 +5.4% | $135,300 |
| 2022 | $1,656 -1.6% | $135,300 +8.2% |
| 2021 | $1,683 +2.4% | $125,100 +10.4% |
| 2020 | $1,643 | $113,300 |
| 2019 | $1,643 -1% | $113,300 -3% |
| 2018 | $1,659 +5.2% | $116,800 |
| 2016 | $1,577 -2.2% | $116,800 |
| 2015 | $1,612 +12.2% | $116,800 |
| 2013 | $1,437 | $116,800 |
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Est. payment
$2,255/mo
Principal & interest
$1911
Property taxes
$344
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Neighborhood: 04217
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Woodstock SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 10.8 mi
- 4/10Telstar Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.8 mi
- 6/10Telstar High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
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