701 River Road
Eliot, ME 03903
South Eliot
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,460 sqft (on 2 acres)
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,460 sqft
(on 2 acres)
Local Information
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- Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
- Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
2005
Lot Size
2 acres
Living Area
2,460 sqft
Price/Sqft
$400
Parking
2 Car Garage
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Anne Erwin Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with: New Space Real Estate, LLC
Source: Maine Listings, MLS#1604899
About this House
With water views of Sturgeon Creek, discover the charm and elegance of this gorgeous 4 bedroom home nestled on desirable River Road. The residence is perfectly sited away from the street on a well landscaped 2-acre lot featuring stone wall hardscaping, herringbone brick walkways, and granite steps. Inside, the exquisite wide pine flooring, rich cherry cabinetry, and detailed molding add to the home's allure. Relax by the cozy fireplace in the living room with a brick surround and wood mantle or enjoy your morning coffee in the adjacent dining space overlooking the modern kitchen. The kitchen features quartz counters and newer appliances including an induction stove. Transition seamlessly from the kitchen to the formal dining room, which flows into a sunny den, making the first floor perfect for entertaining. The entry foyer with a stunning exposed brick wall connects these living spaces and leads you upstairs to the second floor, where you'll find four generously sized bedrooms. The spacious primary suite boasts a walk-in closet with a custom built-in storage system and bath complete with a soaking tub and separate shower. The three additional bedrooms, currently utilized as a guest room and two offices, share a full hall bath. The attached two-car garage includes an unfinished second story of approx. 450 square feet, ideal for storage or future expansion. The walk-out full daylight basement offers the possibility to finish and currently includes a workshop and a wood-burning stove. This home is equipped with modern systems, including an auto-start whole home generator, high-quality Buderus boiler, a 3-flue chimney, a comprehensive water softener/filtration system, and a wireless Ring security system. Outside, the backyard features a 12'x16' composite deck & a 12'x24' shed designed to support a car or heavy equipment. This location offers outstanding accessibility only 15 minutes to Kittery or Portsmouth, and one hour to Boston
701 River Road, Eliot, ME 03903 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,460 sqft single-family home in South Eliot, built in 2005. It last sold for the $989,900 asking price on Feb 12, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $984,700, with a rent estimate of $4,104/month.
Home Details for 701 River Road
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Interior Details Basement: Doghouse,Interior Entry,Daylight,Full,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 2460 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified AppliancesDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Baseboard,Hot WaterNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 2Has a Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Electric: Circuit Breakers, Underground |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Low Emissivity WindowsDoor: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Carpet, Wood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Carpet, Wood |
View Has a ViewView: Scenic, Trees/Woods |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Pitched ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, PorchOther Structures: Shed(s)No Private Pool |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Gravel,5 - 10 Spaces,Garage Door Opener,Storage |
Frontage Road Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Private SewerWater Body: Sturgeon Creek |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 2460 Square Feet |
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Year Built Year Built: 2005 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial |
Building Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Clapboard, Wood Siding |
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Price List Price: $989,900 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Mon Jan 13 2025 |
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Direction & Address City: Eliot |
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Building Area Building Area: 2460 Square Feet |
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Lot Area: 2 Acres |
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Energy Efficiency Features: Ceiling Fans, Thermostat |
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BasementMls Number: 1604899Attribution Contact: 207-363-6640Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2460 |
Price History for 701 River Road
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 02/12/2025 | $989,900 | Sold | Maine Listings #1604899 |
| 02/12/2025 | $989,900 | Pending | Maine Listings #1604899 |
| 01/16/2025 | $989,900 | Contingent | Maine Listings #1604899 |
| 10/30/2024 | $989,900 | PriceChange | Maine Listings #1604899 |
| 10/08/2024 | $1,049,000 | PriceChange | Maine Listings #1604899 |
| 09/25/2024 | $1,149,000 | Listed For Sale | Maine Listings #1604899 |
| 01/14/2022 | $805,000 | Sold | Maine Listings #1516323 |
| 12/21/2021 | $699,900 | Pending | Maine Listings #1516323 |
| 12/13/2021 | $699,900 | Listed For Sale | Maine Listings #1516323 |
Market trends in Eliot
Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2024 |
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| Tax | $9,401 |
| Assessment | $793,300 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 701 River Road
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.04 | Single-Family Home | $580,000 | 08/15/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,442 | |
0.49 | Single-Family Home | $737,500 | 11/18/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,870 | |
0.46 | Single-Family Home | $775,000 | 10/17/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,410 | |
0.74 | Single-Family Home | $950,000 | 07/13/26 | 5 | 3.5 | 3,442 | |
0.68 | Single-Family Home | $895,000 | 02/09/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,548 | |
0.59 | Single-Family Home | $1,100,000 | 12/15/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,829 | |
0.45 | Single-Family Home | $1,847,500 | 08/01/25 | 3 | 3.5 | 4,913 | |
0.68 | Single-Family Home | $750,000 | 04/20/26 | 3 | 3 | 2,392 | |
1.09 | Single-Family Home | $900,000 | 10/27/25 | 4 | 1.5 | 2,342 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 701 River Road.
- Eliot Elementary School
- PK-3
- Public
- 282 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageTeachers go above and beyond to give students the resources and attention that they need depending on where they are at with their learning stage. They do their best to bring students to the reading and writing levels they should be at depending on their grade.Parent Review5y ago - Marshwood Middle School
- 6-8
- Public
- 490 Students
8/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageVery positive experience going through this school with all of my children.Parent Review1y ago - Marshwood Great Works School
- 4-5
- Public
- 287 Students
5/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Averagemy experience here at great works school was interesting, I did not mind 4th grade but 5th grade was terrible. Don’t even get me started on my teacher, oh my god she was awful. We learned the same things over and over again and they did nothing about bullying.Other Review3w ago - Marshwood High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 659 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageI am a student rn, and the teachers and administration don't care about anything but your emotions and the emergency drill process. I've been told to do and not do stuff, while my parents were told the exact opposite; they have no communication, and they know how to do nothingStudent Review3mo ago 
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What Locals Say about South Eliot
At least 11 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say it's dog friendly
94 % Say people would walk alone at night
92 % Say car is needed
92 % Say yards are well-kept
83 % Say it's quiet
82 % Say parking is easy
77 % Say neighbors are friendly
75 % Say there's wildlife
73 % Say kids play outside
73 % Say there's holiday spirit
71 % Say there are community events
64 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
18 % Say streets are well-lit
15 % Say there are sidewalks
12 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
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