98 Forest Avenue, Orono, ME 04473
UNDER CONTRACT0.72 ACRES

98 Forest Avenue
Orono, ME 04473

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,080 sqft (on 0.72 acres)
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,080 sqft (on 0.72 acres)

$490,000

Est. Mortgage $3,135/mo*

Local Information

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Source: Maine Listings, MLS#1580898

Description

Downtown Orono gem! The beautifully updated New England saltbox boasts 3,088 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and finished basement. Enjoy an evening in the living room by the wood-burning fireplace with built-in bookshelves or cooking in the spacious kitchen featuring cherry kitchen cabinets, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and a large window that overlooks the large 3/4 acre lot with direct access to the Orono Land Trust trails. The first- floor master bedroom has a large walk-in closet and master bathroom with heated radiant flooring. A convenient breezeway, attaches the oversized 34' x 32' garage, which has ample storage for all your needs, including an upstairs loft. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own within close proximity to University of Maine and walking distance to Top- rated Orono schools. Showing to pre-approved buyers, only.

Home Highlights

Parking
4 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$236
Listed
No Info

Home Details for 98 Forest Avenue

Active Status

MLS Status: Active Under Contract

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Walk-Out Access,Finished,Full,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Other Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2080 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Washer, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Disposal, DishwasherDishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiant,Forced AirNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiant
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Fiberglass Metal Shingle Tar GravelPatio / Porch: PatioFoundation: Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 4Number of Covered Spaces: 4No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces,Paved
Frontage
Road Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2080 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 1000 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Saltbox
Building
Construction Materials: Shingle Siding, Wood Frame

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $490,000Price Per Sqft: $236

Location

Direction & Address
City: Orono

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 1580898

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3080 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.72 acres

Compensation

Buyer Agency Commission: 2.5Buyer Agency Commission Type: %
Notes
The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 1580898Zillow Contingency Status: Under Contract

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Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2022
Tax$6,328
Assessment$265,900
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98 Forest Avenue, Orono, ME 04473 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,080 sqft single-family home built in 1950. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Maine Listings on Jan 23, 2024. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 1580898.