Step into history with this magnificent 1840 home

Where timeless charm and original craftsmanship await your restoration touch. With original woodwork, flooring and mantels, every corner whispers tales of bygone eras, inviting you to be a part of its storied past. Set on a serene .28-acre lot with two driveways and ample frontage on Falls Road, this property is perfectly situated 15 minutes from Waterville's amenities and under an hour from live theater, prime skiing, golfing, mountain hiking, fishing and the stunning Maine coastline. T his grand former boarding home boasts 18 big rooms, offering limitless possibilities for an at-home business, rental income or simply a sprawling family residence. The 20'x25' detached garage with service pit adds to the practicality, while the abundant closets, attic and basement ensure you'll never run out of storage space.

The first floor features seven rooms, including two porchs, a main kitchen and scullery kitchen, a formal dining room, double parlor and a den or bedroom, complemented by a grand central hall, a full bath and a half bath. The second floor offers four spacious bedrooms, a three-season sleeping porch, attic storage and a full bathroom with a large walk-in closet. The roomy third floor presents five more versatile rooms, perfect for bedrooms, a home library, playrooms or a personal hobby area. Outside, mature maples provide shade and privacy, while lilacs and perennials burst with color, creating a picturesque setting. Recent updates include a private well and newer septic, new well pump and updates to heating, wiring and plumbing. This home is a fixer-upper's dream, needing some TLC to fully restore its former glory. Imagine the stories these walls could tellof family gatherings, grand entertaining and lives well-lived. Don't miss this opportunity to become the next guardian of this incredible historic home. Survey and septic design available upon request.

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on 134 Falls Rd
in Benton, ME
Presented by Pamela Cairnie at
EXP Realty, LLC.


Property MLS #1596544 from MaineListings

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+ Bedrooms

Bedrooms: 9
Bedroom 1 Level: First
Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Bedroom 5 Level: Second
Bedroom 6 Level: Third
Bedroom 7 Level: Third
Bedroom 8 Level: Third
Bedroom 9 Level: Third

+ Other Rooms

Total Rooms: 18
Basement Features: Dirt Floor, Full, Partial, Doghouse, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Family Room Level: First
Florida Room Level: First
Living Room Level: First

+ Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2.5
Full Bathrooms: 2
1/2 Bathrooms: 1

+ Interior Features

Walk-in Closets
1st Floor Bedroom
Attic
Bathtub
Shower
Storage

+ Appliances

Refrigerator
Gas Range

+ Heating and Cooling

Heating Features: Stove, Steam, Radiator
Heating: Yes

+ Kitchen and Dining

Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen Level: First

+ Garage and Parking

Attached Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel, Inside Entrance, Storage

+ Exterior and Lot Features

Patio And Porch Features: Glass Enclosed, Porch

+ Land Info

Lot Description: Level, Open Lot, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town
Lot Size Acres: 0.28
Lot Size Square Feet: 12197

+ School Information

School District: RSU 49/MSAD 49
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Lawrence High School is a public high school located approximately 2.7 miles away.
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Benton Elementary School is a public elementary school located approximately 1.5 miles away.
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Lawrence Jr High School is a public middle school located approximately 2.7 miles away.
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Kennebec Montessori School is a private elementary school located approximately 3.5 miles away.
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+ Homeowners Association

Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

+ Other Property Info

Annual Tax Amount: 1699
Source Listing Status: Active
County: Kennebec
Directions: From I-95 Exit 132, into Clinton then right onto Rte 100/ME-11 S for 4.3 miles. Turn left onto ME-139E across bridge, then right onto Falls Road. Continue driving straight on Falls Road for .6 miles. Home is on left. Home has two driveways.
Tax Year: 2023
Source Property Type: Residential
Parcel Number: BNTN-000020-000000-000020
Postal Code Plus 4: 3615
Zoning: Residential
Property Subtype: Single Family Residence
Source System Name: C2C
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Price Changed 2024-07-30
$120,000
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Listed 2024-07-11
$134,000
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+ Building and Construction

Year Built: 1840
Above Grade Finished Area: 5980
Building Area Total: 5980
Building Exterior Type: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Asphalt, Wood Frame
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Asphalt, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Granite, Pillar/Post/Pier, Brick/Mortar
Property Age: 184
Roof: Shingle
Architectural Style: Colonial

+ Utilities

Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available, Septic Existing on Site
Utilities On
Water Source: Private, Well