55 Muriel Lane, Bethel, ME, 04217
About This Home
Tucked away in picturesque Bethel, Maine, this hidden gem offers a luxurious four-season retreat overlooking the tranquil North Pond with breathtaking mountain views. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated with many recent renovations, the home is designed for both comfort and entertaining, featuring spacious, inviting interiors perfect for gathering with family and friends. Extensive exterior improvements have transformed the property into a true outdoor paradise, highlighted by beautifully curated landscaping that enhances both privacy and enjoyment of the natural surroundings. A newly built garage adds the perfect finishing touch truly a dream space for storage, hobbies, or recreational vehicles. An elevator services all three floors, providing effortless accessibility throughout. The open-concept kitchen seamlessly connects to the main living areas, creating an ideal space for entertaining and everyday living, and is equipped with top-of-the-line industrial appliances. Ideally located just three minutes from Route 26, the home offers exceptional convenience while maintaining complete peace and quiet with no road noise. Outdoor enthusiasts will love being just 5 minutes from Mt. Abram and only 15 minutes to the slopes of Sunday River, with the added bonus of snowmobile access right from your property connecting to major trail systems.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2001
Materials
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Other,Wood Frame,Vertical Siding,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Chalet
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Gas Range,Refrigerator,Wall Oven,Washer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Daylight,Finished,Full
Bedroom1
- Level: First
Bedroom2
- Level: First
Bedroom3
- Level: Basement
Bedroom4
- Level: Basement
Bedroom5
- Level: Basement
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: First
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom,1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath,Bathtub,Elevator,Pantry,Shower,Storage,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet,Tile,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 3,551
- Finished area above ground: 4,331
Great Room
- Level: Basement
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Zoned,Radiant
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 7,882
- Total interior livable area: 7,882 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Loft
- Level: Second
Mud Room
- Level: First
Other
- Level: Basement
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Elevator/Chair Lift,Level Entry
Details
- Zoning: Residential
- Other equipment: Generator
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck,Patio,Screened
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Fields,Mountain(s),Scenic,Trees/Woods
- Waterbody name: North Pond
Lot
- Lot size: 45.90 Acres
- Features: Irrigation System,Near Country Club,Near Golf Course,Near Public Beach,Near Shopping,Near Town,Rural,Ski Resort,Cul-De-Sac,Open Lot,Rolling Slope,Landscaped,Wooded
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Paved,11 - 20 Spaces,Garage Door Opener,Detached,Heated Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 6
- Covered spaces: 6
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Winter Weather
- Ice Storm
- Cold Wave
- Hurricane
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Maine Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $12,894 | $154,728 |
| Home Insurance | $1,049 | $12,588 |
| Property Taxes | $1,848 | $22,176 |
| Electricity | $1,145 | $13,748 |
| Total | $16,936 | $203,232 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-15 | Listed for sale | $2,550,000 |
| 2024-02-02 | Sold | $1,900,000 |
| 2023-12-28 | Pending sale | $2,210,000 |
| 2023-09-22 | Listed for sale | $2,210,000 |
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