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
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Last Updated: October - 01 - 2025
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