8 River Road, Detroit, ME 04929 (MLS# 1657789)

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: 4/14/2026 Last Modified: 4/14/2026

Overview

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 t ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 1657789

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #: 8
Street Name: River
Street Type: Road
County: Somerset
Town: Detroit
State/Province: ME
Zip Code: 04929
Zip +4: 3207
Leased Land: No
Book: 6006
Page: 284
Map: 9
Lot: 73A
Zoning: Rural Shoreland
Zoning Overlay: Unknown
Association: No
Full Tax Amount $: 2444
Tax Year: 2025
Tree Growth Y/N: No

Contract Information

Original List Price: 499000

Property Information

Surveyed: Unknown
Seasonal: No
Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
Deed: All
Deed Restrictions: Unknown
2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
# Rooms: 5
# Bedrooms: 2
Total Full Baths: Yes
Total Half Baths: Yes
Total Baths: 2
Furniture: Unfurnished
Color: Brown
Year Built: 2024
SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1093
SqFt Finished Total: 1093
SqFt Source: Measured
Garage: No
Lot Size Acres +/-: 2.5
Source of Acreage: Deed
Road Frontage: Yes
Road Frontage +/-: 259
Source of Road Frontage: Deed
# Fireplaces: 0
SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0
Garage Spaces: 0

Water Info

Water Frontage: Yes
Waterfront Amount: 1000
Water Frontage Owned: 1000
Water View: Yes
Water Body Name: Sebasticook & Brackett
Water Frontage Shared: 0

Utilities

Utilities On: Yes

More Information

Site

Rolling/Sloping: Yes
Well Landscaped: Yes
Wooded: Yes

Location

Near Town: Yes
Rural: Yes

Roads

Paved: Yes
Public: Yes

Property Condition

New Construction: Yes

Source of Water Frontage

Deed: Yes

Water Body Type

Brook: Yes
River: Yes

Recreational Water

River/Brook/Stream: Yes

Construction

Wood Frame: Yes

Other Structures

Shed(s): Yes

Structure Type

Post & Beam: Yes

Basement

Slab: Yes

Foundation Materials

Poured Concrete: Yes
Slab: Yes

Exterior

Wood Siding: Yes

Roof

Metal: Yes

Heat System

Heat Pump: Yes
Radiant: Yes

Appliances Included

Dishwasher: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Gas Range: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer: Yes

Energy Efficiency

Ceiling Fans: Yes

Heat Fuel

Electric: Yes
Propane: Yes

Cooling

Heat Pump: Yes

Floors

Concrete: Yes
Tile: Yes

Kitchen Countertop

Granite: Yes

Parking

1 - 4 Spaces: Yes

Style

Contemporary: Yes
Ranch: Yes

Electric

Circuit Breakers: Yes
Generator Hookup: Yes
Underground: Yes

Gas

Bottled: Yes

Sewer

Private Sewer: Yes
Septic Design Available: Yes
Septic Tank: Yes

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2: Yes
Bedroom 2 Level: Second

Water

Private: Yes
Well: Yes

Driveway

Gravel: Yes

Basement Entry

Not Applicable: Yes

Water Heater

Off Heating System: Yes

Amenities

1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath: Yes
Laundry - 1st Floor: Yes
Shower: Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Deck: Yes

Equipment

Generator: Yes
Internet Access Available: Yes

Vehicle Storage

No Vehicle Storage: Yes

Dining Room

Dining Room: Yes
Dining Room Level: First

Kitchen

Kitchen: Yes
Kitchen Level: First

Living Room

Living Room: Yes
Living Room Level: First

Primary Bedroom

Primary Bedroom: Yes
Primary Bedroom Level: First

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

Room Name	Level
Primary Bedroom	First
Bedroom 2	Second
Kitchen	First
Dining Room	First
Living Room	First

Documents

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Deed Public Access ›

Plot Plan Public Access ›

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IDX

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Last Updated: April - 14 - 2026

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