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50 River Road, Howland, ME, 04448

4beds
2baths
2,000sqft
$299,000
$150price/sqft
$2,509/moest. monthly cost
$100,360/yrincome needed

About This Home

Beautifully renovated ranch located on the scenic Piscataquis River, right in the heart of Howland. This home offers comfortable one-floor living with a spacious layout, including a bright living room, an eat-in kitchen, and modern updates throughout--featuring a new roof, cabinetry, and more. Ideally situated just minutes from I-95, only 30 minutes to Bangor and about 20 minutes to Old Town, the property offers both convenience and tranquility. Outside, enjoy summer days by the fenced-in in-ground pool or host unforgettable backyard gatherings. Definitely take full advantage of the riverfront location with fishing, canoeing, and breathtaking views in every season. A massive barn and attached garage provide abundant storage for boats, UTVs, and all your recreational gear, with a second floor offering excellent potential for an in-law apartment or guest suite. With endless possibilities and an unbeatable location, this unique gem is ready to be your next home.

Getting Around

6
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
27
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
Hichborn Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.3 mi
3/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1960

Materials

  • Foundation: Block,Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Metal,Shingle
  • Construction materials: Wood Frame,Vinyl Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Ranch
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Finished,Partial

Bedroom1

  • Level: First

Bedroom2

  • Level: First

Bedroom3

  • Level: First

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Features

  • One-Floor Living,Storage
  • Flooring: Laminate,Wood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 2,000

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Heat Pump,Hot Water
  • Cooling features: Heat Pump

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,000
  • Total interior livable area: 2,000 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Level: First

Primary Bedroom

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: HOWLMU07L012
  • Zoning: residential

Features

  • Private pool: Yes
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterbody name: Piscataquls River
  • Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 75,Waterfrontage Owned: 75

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.20 Acres
  • Features: City Lot,Near Turnpike/Interstate,Neighborhood,Level

Parking

  • Total spaces: 8
  • Parking features: Paved,5 - 10 Spaces,On Site,Detached
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 8
  • Covered spaces: 8

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
    Winter WeatherVery High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Ice Storm
Lightning

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Maine Counties

Flood
Hurricane
Severe Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,511$18,132
Home Insurance $165$1,980
Property Taxes $543$6,516
Electricity $290$3,488
Total$2,509$30,108

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$86,022/yr
40% on housing$75,270/yr
45% on housing$66,906/yr

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.1%
8.1%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.7%
7.7%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.2%
-1.2%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$150This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 04448$94
Penobscot County$142

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 04448$141
Penobscot County$181

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

DateEventPrice
2026-06-12Price change$299,000
2026-05-14Listed for sale$320,000
2026-02-12Listing removed$333,000
2025-10-31Price change$333,000
2025-08-19Price change$353,000
2025-08-13Listed for sale$368,000
2022-08-03Sold$270,000
2022-06-06Pending sale$280,000
2022-06-01Listed for sale$280,000
2020-11-06Sold$62,500
2020-08-26Price change$49,900
2019-09-13Price change$71,900
2019-08-24Price change$79,900
2019-07-10Listed for sale$89,900
2019-07-10Pending sale$89,900
2019-07-10Listed for sale$89,900
2014-05-23Sold$120,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentXuefei Jun
BrokerageNextHome Experience

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