Property Attributes
- MLS#1671481
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyYork
- CityWaterboro
- Zip04061
- StyleOther
- Year Built1985
- Taxes$ 2650
- Price$ 387,900
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1224
- Lot Size3.04 Acres
Data Source:
Maine Listings (MREIS)
Property Description
Some homes blend into the landscape. This one becomes it. Tucked into the hillside of North Waterboro, this extraordinary earth-sheltered home is one of a kind -- built below grade on the north side, while the south-facing wall drinks in natural light from sunrise to sunset. It's the best of both worlds: the quiet, insulated calm of earth-sheltered living with the warmth and brightness of a sun-drenched home. Inside, an open-concept layout keeps things easy and comfortable year-round. Electric heat keeps it simple, and the Irish-made replica cook stove -- a true conversation piece -- adds warmth, character, and a nod to the kind of self-sufficient living this home was built for. Two bedrooms and a full bath provide the perfect footprint for a minimalist lifestyle, a creative retreat, or a low-overhead home base. The 3.04-acre lot has been thoughtfully improved with custom landscaping, a well-built shed, and a generator hookup -- so you're not just off the beaten path, you're ready for it. And come winter, clearing the roof is a five-minute job with both feet on the ground. No ladder. No risk. Just grab a rake and go. Little Ossipee Lake is minutes away -- with a public boat launch and ice fishing access that makes this a four-season property in every sense. The Waterboro Barrens trails, Lake Arrowhead, and the quiet rhythm of western York County round out a lifestyle that is genuinely hard to replicate at any price. This is not a house for everyone. It's a house for the right person -- and that person is going to love it here. 2 BR | 1 BA | 3.04 Acres | Earth-Sheltered | South-Facing Sun Exposure | Irish-Made Replica Cook Stove | Generator Hookup | Custom Shed | Ice Fishing & Boat Launch Minutes Away | Expansion Potential
General Features
| Sewer | Private Sewer |
|---|---|
| Zoning | SF |
| Electric | Circuit Breakers |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| County | York |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Status | Active |
| City | Waterboro |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 132422.4 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 2650 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Tax Lot | 002 |
| View | Trees/Woods |
| Heating | Electric,Wood,Baseboard,Wood Stove |
| Cooling | None |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Pets Allowed | No Restrictions |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Architectural Style | Other |
| Construction Materials | Other,Brick |
| Year Built | 1985 |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Total Rooms | 5 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Appliances | Dryer,Electric Range,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Other Structures | Shed(s) |
| Patio/Porch Features | Patio |
| Exclusions | Ring Security System |
Interior Features
| Total Baths | 1 |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning Y/N | false |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Basement | Doghouse,Walk-Out Access,Daylight,Finished |
| Flooring | Tile,Wood |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 1224 |
| Interior Amenities | Walk-In Closet(s) |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Gravel,1 - 4 Spaces |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Near Public Beach,Near Shopping,Rural,Right of Way,Rolling Slope,Wooded |
| Water Source | Well |
| Lot Size Area | 3.04 |
| Lot Size Acres | 3.04 |
| Road Surface Type | Gravel |
| Lot Size Source | Public Records |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Road Frontage Type | Private Road |
| Building Area Total | 1224 |
| Foundation Details | Block,Slab |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 04061
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