8 River Road, Detroit, ME 04929
$499,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
2
Baths:
2
Square Footage:
1,093
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
108,900
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$499,000
List Date:
9/26/2025
Last Modified:
10/01/2025
Description
Welcome to your own private oasis in the heart of Detroit! This stunning newly built Douglas Fir timber frame offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of paradise on 2.5 acres of land and 1000' of remarkable waterfrontage surrounding the property. As you drive up the tree-lined u-shaped driveway, you'll be greeted by a charming two-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom home that exudes modern elegance yet features history accents to replica the impressive history this property was home to since the 1800's. The exterior features a sleek design with large windows that flood the interior with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Step inside and be captivated by the open concept living space, perfect for entertaining guests or simply relaxing with loved ones. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and ample storage space, making meal preparation a breeze. The primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a luxurious bathroom featuring a walk-in tiled shower. The loft bedroom is perfect for guests or can be used as a home office for those who work remotely. Outside, enjoy entertaining guests on the deck overlooking the Sebasticook River and admiring the original granite foundations left on site. Utilize the expansive backyard creating a lush garden, installing a hot tub, or simply enjoying the peace and tranquility of nature, this property has it all. A 24x26 garage has been approved to be built on site for additional costs. Located just minutes from in town Pittsfield and Newport, this property offers the perfect blend of privacy and convenience. Don't miss your chance to own this one-of-a-kind gem in an exceptional country setting!
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More Information MLS# 1639007
Property Sub-Type
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Location Information
Book: 6006
Leased Land: No
Page: 284
Map: 9
Lot: 73A
Zoning Overlay: Unknown
Association: No
Tree Growth Y/N: No
Street #: 8
Street Name: River
Street Type: Road
County: Somerset
Town: Detroit
State/Province: ME
Zip Code: 04929
Zip +4: 3207
Zoning: Rural Shoreland
Full Tax Amount $: 294
Tax Year: 2024
Geo Lat: 44.773715
Geo Lon: -69.345996
Property Information
Surveyed: Unknown
Seasonal: No
Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
Deed: All
Deed Restrictions: Unknown
Bank Owned REO: No
2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
Lot Size Acres +/-: 2.5
# Rooms: 5
Total Baths: 2
Total Half Baths: 1
Color: Brown
Road Frontage: Yes
# Fireplaces: 0
Road Frontage +/-: 259
Source of Road Frontage: Deed
SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1093
SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0
SqFt Source: Measured
Furniture: Unfurnished
Garage: No
Garage Spaces: 0
# Bedrooms: 2
Total Full Baths: 1
Year Built: 2024
SqFt Finished Total: 1093
Source of Acreage: Deed
Site
Rolling/Sloping: 1
Well Landscaped: 1
Wooded: 1
Location
Near Town: 1
Rural: 1
Roads
Paved: 1
Public: 1
Property Condition
New Construction: 1
Water Info
Water Frontage: Yes
Waterfront Amount: 1000
Water Frontage Owned: 1000
Water Frontage Shared: 0
Water View: Yes
Water Body Name: Sebasticook & Brackett
Source of Water Frontage
Deed: 1
Water Body Type
Brook: 1
River: 1
Recreational Water
River/Brook/Stream: 1
Construction
Wood Frame: 1
Other Structures
Shed(s): 1
Structure Type
Post & Beam: 1
Basement
Slab: 1
Foundation Materials
Poured Concrete: 1
Slab: 1
Exterior
Wood Siding: 1
Roof
Metal: 1
Heat System
Heat Pump: 1
Radiant: 1
Appliances Included
Dishwasher: 1
Dryer: 1
Gas Range: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Washer: 1
Energy Efficiency
Ceiling Fans: 1
Heat Fuel
Electric: 1
Propane: 1
Cooling
Heat Pump: 1
Floors
Concrete: 1
Tile: 1
Kitchen Countertop
Granite: 1
Parking
1 - 4 Spaces: 1
Style
Contemporary: 1
Ranch: 1
Electric
Circuit Breakers: 1
Generator Hookup: 1
Underground: 1
Utilities
Utilities On: Yes
Gas
Bottled: 1
Sewer
Private Sewer: 1
Septic Design Available: 1
Septic Tank: 1
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 2: 1
Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Water
Private: 1
Well: 1
Driveway
Gravel: 1
Basement Entry
Not Applicable: 1
Water Heater
Off Heating System: 1
Amenities
1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath: 1
Laundry - 1st Floor: 1
Shower: 1
Patio and Porch Features
Deck: 1
Equipment
Generator: 1
Internet Access Available: 1
Vehicle Storage
No Vehicle Storage: 1
Dining Room
Dining Room: 1
Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
Kitchen: 1
Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
Living Room: 1
Living Room Level: First
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom: 1
Primary Bedroom Level: First
Contract Information
Status: Active
Original List Price: 499000
List Price: $499,000
Current Price: $499,000
Property Features
Site: Rolling/Sloping; Well Landscaped; Wooded
Location: Near Town; Rural
Roads: Paved; Public
Source of Water Frontage: Deed
Water Body Type: Brook; River
Recreational Water: River/Brook/Stream
Property Condition: New Construction
Appliances Included: Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Range; Refrigerator; Washer
Kitchen Countertop: Granite
Style: Contemporary; Ranch
Structure Type: Post & Beam
Construction: Wood Frame
Basement: Slab
Basement Entry: Not Applicable
Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete; Slab
Roof: Metal
Exterior: Wood Siding
Heat System: Heat Pump; Radiant
Heat Fuel: Propane
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Cooling: Heat Pump
Floors: Concrete; Tile
Amenities: 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath; Laundry - 1st Floor; Shower
Patio and Porch Features: Deck
Equipment: Generator; Internet Access Available
Energy Efficiency: Ceiling Fans
Driveway: Gravel
Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Electric: Circuit Breakers; Generator Hookup; Underground
Gas: Bottled
Sewer: Private Sewer; Septic Design Available; Septic Tank
Water: Private; Well
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
Level: First
Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Kitchen
Level: First
Dining Room
Level: First
Living Room
Level: First
Documents
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Last Updated: October - 01 - 2025
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