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715 River Road, Orrington, ME, 04474

4beds
3baths
4,194sqft
$699,000
$167price/sqft
$4,975/moest. monthly cost
$199,000/yrincome needed

About This Home

Nestled on 2.34 acres along scenic River Road in Orrington, this beautifully maintained brick home offers stunning views of the Penobscot River and breathtaking sunsets. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this property combines privacy, comfort, and convenience just minutes from Bangor and Brewer. Designed to embrace its incredible setting, the home features three decks overlooking the river, providing the perfect spaces to relax, entertain, and enjoy the view. A longtime favorite gathering spot, the established outdoor fireplace area has been enjoyed for decades and adds to the property's unique charm. The hot tub and sauna will also convey with the property, creating your own private retreat. Inside, you'll find spacious living areas filled with natural light and plenty of room for both growing and established families. Situated on a generous 2.34-acre lot, the property offers a peaceful setting while still providing easy access to nearby amenities. Orrington also offers the added benefit of school choice options. Properties offering this combination of acreage, river views, outdoor amenities, and location are rarely available. Come experience all that this exceptional Penobscot River home features. **Seller is the Broker**

Getting Around

16
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
21
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
Center Drive SchoolGrades PK-80.6 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1942

Materials

  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Slate
  • Construction materials: Masonry,Wood Frame,Brick

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Electric Range,Refrigerator

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Full

Bedroom1

  • Features: Closet
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 168
  • Dimensions: 14 x 12

Bedroom2

  • Features: Closet
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 168
  • Dimensions: 14 x 12

Bedroom3

  • Level: Third

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Built-in Features
  • Level: First
  • Area: 154
  • Dimensions: 14 x 11

Features

  • Attic,Bathtub,Storage,Walk-In Closet(s),Primary Bedroom w/Bath
  • Flooring: Laminate,Tile,Wood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 1,398
  • Finished area above ground: 2,796

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Hot Water,Radiator
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 4,194
  • Total interior livable area: 4,194 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Level: First
  • Area: 192
  • Dimensions: 16 x 12

Living Room

  • Features: Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Level: First
  • Area: 238
  • Dimensions: 17 x 14

Primary Bedroom

  • Features: Closet
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 378
  • Dimensions: 27 x 14

Sunroom

  • Level: First

Sunroom

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: ORRIM013L008
  • Zoning: Shoreland

Features

  • Patio & porch: Deck,Porch
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Fields,Scenic
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterbody name: Penobscot River
  • Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 237,Waterfrontage Owned: 237

Lot

  • Lot size: 2.34 Acres
  • Features: Near Town,Rural,Open Lot,Rolling Slope,Landscaped

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Paved,1 - 4 Spaces
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

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 StormRelatively High
  • 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 $3,534$42,408
Home Insurance $231$2,772
Property Taxes $601$7,212
Electricity $609$7,315
Total$4,975$59,700

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$170,571/yr
40% on housing$149,250/yr
45% on housing$132,666/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

$167This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 04474$195
Penobscot County$142

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 04474$217
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
2026-08-14Price change$679,000
2026-08-08Price change$689,000
2026-07-14Price change$699,000
2026-06-22Listed for sale$720,000
2017-09-20Sold$181,000
2017-06-12Price change$179,900
2017-05-11Price change$189,900
2017-04-10Listed for sale$199,900
2011-04-29Listing removed$229,000
2010-05-14Listed for sale$229,000

For Sale by Agent

BrokerageCENTURY 21 Queen City Real Estate

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