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$481,481$293 / 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 86How 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 $420,000 on May 16, 2024

97 RIVER RD

NEWCASTLE, ME 04553
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,645 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$481K
$415K low$548K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$420,000 · May 16, 2024
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.$481,481
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$385,185

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,763 (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.$403,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$62,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$340,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$390,925

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.Conventional
CountyLINCOLN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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.Absentee owner
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

97 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 more than 65% of homes in Lincoln County
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Lincoln County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% 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 42% 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$481,481
CheaperTypical $517,548Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$293
CheaperTypical $304Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,645 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,788 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 2.01 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

How 97 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewcastleNewcastle 04553Lincoln County
Estimated valuepricier than$481,48139% of homes42% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29350% of homes45% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,645 ft²36% of homes43% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac25% of homes12% of homes13% of homes

About 97 River Rd

How much is 97 River Rd, Newcastle, ME worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 97 River Rd, Newcastle, ME is $481,481 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $414,548 to $548,414. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 97 River Rd, Newcastle, ME last sell?

97 River Rd, Newcastle, ME last sold on May 16, 2024 for $420,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 97 River Rd, Newcastle, ME?

97 River Rd, Newcastle, ME has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,645 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

What schools serve 97 River Rd, Newcastle, ME?

97 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 97 River Rd, Newcastle, ME compare to other homes in Newcastle 04553?

Among the 963 homes in Newcastle 04553, it is worth more than 42% of them ($481,481 against a typical $517,548), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($293 against a typical $304), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,645 ft² against a typical 1,788 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 2.01 ac). Measured against all of Lincoln County, it is worth more than 65% 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 97 River Rd, Newcastle, ME?

The 2025 property tax bill for 97 River Rd, Newcastle, ME was $5,763. The county assessed it at $403,000.

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