12 E Merrill Rd, Topsham, ME 04086
OFF MARKET

12 E Merrill Rd
Topsham, ME 04086

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,084 sqft (on 8.48 acres)

$585,800

Trulia Estimate
as of May 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,596/mo*
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$585,800

Trulia Estimate
as of May 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,596/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,084 sqft
(on 8.48 acres)

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Description

Once the home of James Dodson, famous American sports writer, this move-in-ready, post & beam New England cape on over 8 acres offers a private oasis in the outskirts of Topsham. Enjoy the ease of entertaining in the open, southerly-facing kitchen, dining and living room. Enjoy morning coffee or evening beverages in the southerly-facing sun room or on the southeasterly-facing side deck. Large detached two car garage with studio above could be converted into additional living space. Outside, expansive lawn and gardens filled with perennials and ornamental trees await. Perched atop a peaceful hilltop, just 12 minutes to downtown Topsham, 17 minutes to Maine Street Brunswick, and 35 minutes to Portland. No showings until open house Saturday, June 8th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
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Home Details for 12 E Merrill Rd

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, OilHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Pantry
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: Other
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1989
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8.48 acres

Price History for 12 E Merrill Rd

DatePriceEventSource
11/04/2019$290,000Sold
Maine Listings #1418261
10/03/2019$345,000PendingAgent Provided
09/24/2019$345,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/10/2019$350,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/05/2019$375,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
08/20/2019$375,000PendingAgent Provided
06/06/2019$375,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$6,669
Assessment$533,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 12 E Merrill Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
555 Meadow Road, Topsham, ME
1.16
Single-Family Home
$400,000
07/14/25
3
2
1,575
464 Meadow Road, Topsham, ME
1.15
Single-Family Home
$369,000
09/24/25
3
1
2,720
426 Meadow Road, Topsham, ME
1.36
Single-Family Home
$699,000
09/25/25
4
2
2,262
32 Boulder Hill Road, Topsham, ME
1.21
Single-Family Home
$550,000
08/14/25
2
1
1,088
345 Meadow Road, Topsham, ME
1.67
Single-Family Home
$527,500
10/10/25
4
2
2,756
671 Meadow Road, Topsham, ME
1.52
Single-Family Home
$565,000
07/02/25
4
2.5
3,248
26 Serenity Lane, Topsham, ME
1.50
Single-Family Home
$646,000
07/17/25
4
2.5
2,900
102 Old Lisbon Road, Topsham, ME
1.85
Single-Family Home
$650,000
08/18/25
3
2.5
2,002
1127 Lewiston Rd, Topsham, ME
1.78
Single-Family Home
$62,500
10/23/25
4
1
1,931
441 W Burrough Road, Bowdoin, ME
2.05
Single-Family Home
$390,000
01/13/26
3
2
1,336

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What Locals Say about Topsham

At least 27 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 97 % Say parking is easy

  • 92 % Say kids play outside

  • 91 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say there's wildlife

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 70 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 48 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 37 % Say there are community events

  • 35 % Say there are sidewalks

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  • Rdefallen2013
    "We retired back to Maine 13 years ago and have lived in this neighborhood since then. People are really nice and we all look out for each other. In our vicinity the ages range from 20s to late 70s. We have no desire to live anywhere else."
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  • Teresa F.
    "i grew up here. this is a beautiful area of maine and there is so much to do and see. if you are an outdoorsy kind of person, you will love this area. accessiblity to beaches, state parks and hunting and fishing is geat. Wildlife abounds. peace and quiet is the mainstay. "
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12 E Merrill Rd, Topsham, ME 04086 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,084 sqft single-family home built in 1989. This property is not currently available for sale. 12 E Merrill Rd was last sold on Nov 4, 2019 for $290,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 12 E Merrill Rd is $585,800.