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490 Valley Avenue

Bangor, ME 04401

5 beds
4 baths
3,143 sqft
~2 acre lot
$282 per sqft
1978 build
– on site

Rare opportunity to own 1.7 acres on the waterfront in-town Bangor! Properties like this don't come along very often. Beautifully designed contemporary custom-built home nestled on private acreage with 270 feet of usable frontage on the Kenduskeag Stream. Lovely, landscaped grounds with lilacs, magnolias, flowering quince and a mediation garden. Enjoy the flight of eagles and herons over the river or kayaking and fly fishing from your backyard. Stunning home offers the WOW! factor as soon as you enter and view the custom kitchen, spacious dining room, living room with soaring cathedral ceiling and all the living spaces with water views. The first-floor primary suite affords views of the stream and private backyard and has a beautifully remodeled private bath with double vanities and a glassed in titled shower. Ascend to the second level with balcony, second level deck, 3 additional bedrooms and full bath. Even the lower level offers spacious living space, a walkout to the rear patio with hot tub and gently sloping yard to the water frontage, a 5th bedroom or office/library and bathroom. The detached 2-story shop/studio is perfect for so many different needs. This home is a must see to appreciate and awaits the next lucky owners. Additional home warranty included.

Listing courtesy of MREIS / Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 26, 2024 •

MLS# 1587410 —

The Building

Year Built:

1978
Construction Materials:

Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
Roof:

Membrane, Shingle
Basement:

Walk-Out Access, Finished, Full, Interior Entry
Direction Faces:

None
Window Features:

None
Building Features:

None
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck
Building Area Total:

3143.0
Building Area Source:

Other
Green Energy Efficient:

Storm Windows, Storm Doors, Low E Windows, Double Pane Windows

Interior

Rooms Total:

10
Kitchen:

true
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

None

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

None

Financial & Terms

Land Lease:

false

Location

Directions:

None

The Property

Lot Features:

Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Landscaped, Wooded, Intown, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Near Public Transit
Lot Size:

74,052 Sqft
Lot Size Area:

1.7
Lot Size Acres:

1.7
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Source:

Public Records
Lot Size Dimensions:

None
Zoning:

Low Des Res
Property Attached:

No
View:

Scenic
Current Use:

None
Possible Use:

None
Topography:

None
Waterfront:

true
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Waterfront Features:

River, Stream
Other Equipment:

None

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

$9,420

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5

Baths

Full Baths:

3
Three Quarter Baths:

None
Half Baths:

1
Partial Baths:

None
Quarter Baths:

None

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Branded:

None
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:

https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/mreis/1587410
Buyer's Brokerage Compensation:

2.0000

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Stove, Forced Air
Heating:

true
Cooling:

false
Cooling:

None

Utilities

Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Private

Appliances

Appliances:

Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher

Schools

Elementary School:

None
Middle Or Junior School:

None
High School:

None
High School District:

Bangor Public Schools

The Community

Spa:

true
Spa Features:

None
Pool Private:

No
Water Body Name:

Kenduskeag Stream
Pets Allowed:

No Restrictions
Association Amenities:

None
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

2.0
Carport Spaces:

None
Parking Features:

5 - 10 Spaces, Paved, Garage Door Opener, Detached, Inside Entrance, Storage

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$889,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$4,760
Taxes	$785
Insurance	$244
Utilities	$493 See report
Total	$6,282/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/26/24 Apr 26, 2024	Listed / Active	MREIS	$889,000
4/25/24 Apr 25, 2024	Delisted / Withdrawn	MREIS	$889,000

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This house located in Bangor, ME 04401 is currently for sale for $889,000. 490 Valley Avenue is a 3,143 square foot house with 5 beds and 4 baths that has been on Estately for 11 days. This house is in the attendance area of Bangor High School.

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