196 River Road, Benton, ME 04901
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SOLD
JAN 27, 2026

$111,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,224 sqft (on 2.20 acres)

196 River Road, Benton, ME 04901

Est. Refi. Payment $770/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 27, 2026 for $59,995

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$111K
Since last month
Increased$900 (+0.8%)
Since last year
Decreased$4K (-3.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$51K (+85.2%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value decreased by -25% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$111K
August 2026$110K
July 2026$115K
2021
2020

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
178 River Road, Benton, ME
0.09
Single-Family Home
$108,000
07/10/26
3
1
1,430
171 River Road, Benton, ME
0.13
Single-Family Home
$269,900
11/26/25
3
2
1,170
10 Miller Street, Benton, ME
0.73
Single-Family Home
$238,000
07/07/26
2
1.5
1,296
9 Winchester Street, Fairfield, ME
1.12
Single-Family Home
$210,000
07/31/26
4
1.5
1,428
16 Newhall Street, Fairfield, ME
0.94
Single-Family Home
$230,000
10/08/25
3
1.5
1,468
80 High Street, Fairfield, ME
0.96
Single-Family Home
$216,000
02/04/26
3
2
1,841
50, 52/54 Water Street, Fairfield, ME
1.22
Single-Family Home
$120,000
09/04/26
3
1
788

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
171 River Road, Benton, ME 04901
0.13
$269,900
3
2
1,170
Recently Sold
0 River Road, Benton, ME 04901
0.37
-
-
-
-
Off Market
55 River Road, Waterville, ME 04901
0.67
$216,700
3
1
1,248
Off Market
0 Skowhegan Road, Fairfield, ME 04937
0.69
-
-
-
-
Off Market
23 Lawrence Drive, Benton, ME 04901
0.71
$315,000
3
1.5
1,040
Off Market
114 Skowhegan Road, Fairfield, ME 04937
0.71
$158,600
1
1
672
Off Market
12 Miller Street, Benton, ME 04901
0.73
$219,600
3
2
1,175
Off Market
10 Miller Street, Benton, ME 04901
0.73
$238,000
2
1.5
1,296
Recently Sold
118 Skowhegan Road, Fairfield, ME 04937
0.73
$183,300
4
1
1,298
Off Market
0 Lot 35 River Road, Waterville, ME 04901
0.76
-
-
-
-
Off Market
5 Lawrence Drive, Benton, ME 04901
0.80
$250,000
3
2
1,735
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1900
2.2 acre lot
1,224 sqft
$49/sqft
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Rizzo Mattson
Bought with: EXP Realty
Source: Maine Listings, MLS#1647136

About this House

Benton - 1900's +/- Farmhouse with 1224 SQ. FT. living space which includes 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bath. Mostly level 2.2 acres. Huge barn. Private utilities with water filtration system. Within 3 miles of the Kennebec Valley Community College and I-95. Downtown Waterville is less than 5 miles away. Various recreational amenities in the general area. Bring your ideas and make this home yours.
196 River Road, Benton, ME 04901 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,224 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for the $59,995 asking price on Jan 27, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $111,200, with a rent estimate of $1,754/month.

Home Details for 196 River Road

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Bulkhead,Exterior EntryNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1224 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Other, Wood, Linoleum
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Other, Wood, Linoleum

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalOther Structures: Barn(s)No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Unknown
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1224 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cape Cod,Farmhouse

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $59,995Price Per Sqft: $49/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jan 07 2026

Location

Direction & Address
City: Benton

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1224 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.2 Acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 1647136Attribution Contact: 207-622-9000Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1224

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 27, 2026
Source: Maine Listings #1647136
Sold
$59,995
Jan 8, 2026
Source: Maine Listings #1647136
Pending
$59,995
Dec 23, 2025
Source: Maine Listings #1647136
Listed For Sale
$59,995

Market trends in Benton

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
—
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
—
Available listings
12

Around this home

What Locals Say about Benton

At least 3 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 86 % Say kids play outside

  • 83 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 83 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 80 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 78 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 60 % Say car is needed

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

  • 33 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 33 % Say there are community events

  • 20 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Frequently asked questions about 196 River Road

  • What is 196 River Road estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 196 River Road in Benton, ME is $111,200.
  • What is the price history for 196 River Road?
    196 River Road in Benton, ME last sold for $59,995 in January 2026.
  • Is Benton a buyer's or seller's market?
    Benton is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What are the closest schools to 196 River Road?
    The closest schools to 196 River Road in Benton, ME are Benton Elementary School (rated 4/10), Lawrence High School (rated 3/10), Lawrence Junior High School (rated 2/10).
  • Does 196 River Road have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 196 River Road in Benton, ME has laundry facilities.
  • How big is the lot at 196 River Road?
    The lot at 196 River Road in Benton, ME is about 2.2 acres.

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