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$443,735$166 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 76How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $246,000 on Dec 4, 2020

85 RIVER RD

NEWCASTLE, ME 04553
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,668 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$444K
$336K low$552K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$246,000 · Dec 4, 2020
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$171,935
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$137,548
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.62%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$196,800
HOMEBRIDGE FINANCIAL SERVICES INC · P · recorded Mar 24, 2021
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$75,000
BATH SAVINGS INSTITUTION

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,980 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$418,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$63,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$354,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$577,315

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyLINCOLN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Great Salt Bay Community SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Great Salt Bay Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 04553These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.77
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,990
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.61 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,922
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,262
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

85 River Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 70% of homes in Newcastle
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Newcastle 04553
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Lincoln County
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Newcastle 04553
  • Older than 84% of homes in Newcastle 04553

What homes are worth in Newcastle 04553

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$226K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Newcastle 04553.

How it measures up in Newcastle 04553

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newcastle 04553.

Estimated value$443,735
CheaperTypical $517,548Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$166
CheaperTypical $304Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area2,668 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,788 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 2.01 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 85 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewcastleNewcastle 04553Lincoln County
Estimated valuepricier than$443,73530% of homes33% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1666% of homes5% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than2,668 ft²76% of homes81% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac28% of homes13% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than195226% of homes16% of homes29% of homes

About 85 River Rd

How much is 85 River Rd, Newcastle, ME worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 85 River Rd, Newcastle, ME is $443,735 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $335,718 to $551,752. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 85 River Rd, Newcastle, ME last sell?

85 River Rd, Newcastle, ME last sold on Dec 4, 2020 for $246,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 85 River Rd, Newcastle, ME?

85 River Rd, Newcastle, ME has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,668 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 85 River Rd, Newcastle, ME built?

85 River Rd, Newcastle, ME was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 85 River Rd, Newcastle, ME?

85 River Rd, Newcastle, ME is assigned to Great Salt Bay Community School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Great Salt Bay Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 85 River Rd, Newcastle, ME compare to other homes in Newcastle 04553?

Among the 963 homes in Newcastle 04553, it is worth more than 33% of them ($443,735 against a typical $517,548), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($166 against a typical $304), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,668 ft² against a typical 1,788 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 2.01 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1952 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Lincoln County, it is worth more than 59% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 85 River Rd, Newcastle, ME?

The 2025 property tax bill for 85 River Rd, Newcastle, ME was $5,980. The county assessed it at $418,200.

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