Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/13/2026
Listed
$193,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Conveniently located on 2.4 private acres in Benton, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a quiet setting while remaining close to town, local amenities, Benton Elementary School, and area parks. The exterior features vinyl siding and a durable metal roof, along with an oversized 2-bay garage with matching siding and metal roofing, providing plenty of space for vehicles, storage, or hobbies. Inside, the home is dated and will require updating, offering an opportunity to build sweat equity and make the property your own. The full, dry basement provides additional storage space and potential for future use. A property with good potential, privacy, and a convenient Benton location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 178 River Rd
General
- Price: $193,000
- Taxes: $2,031 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MREIS
- MLS ID: 1676034
- Updated: Today (8/13/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom
- Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Linoleum
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Paved, 5 - 10 Spaces, Detached
Location
- County: Kennebec
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Oil, Wood, Forced Air, Wood Stove
Utilities
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Well: Yes
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod, Farmhouse, New Englander
- Construction: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Interior Entry, Full
- Roof: Metal
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Square Feet: 1,430
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Finished Total: 1,430 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,430 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1918
Lot Features
- Property View: Fields, Scenic, Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.4
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 104,544
- Zoning: Rural
- Lot Description: Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Rural, Level, Open Lot, Pasture
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $2,031
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Lot Number: 5
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Schools
Schools serving 178 River Rd
School District:School Administrative District 49
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Benton Elementary School 68 School Drive, Benton, ME 04901 | 1-6 | 0.8 mi |
Fairfield Primary School 63 High Street, Fairfield, ME 04937 | PK-K | 1 mi |
Lawrence Jr High School 7 School Street, Fairfield, ME 04937 | 7-8 | 1.2 mi |
Lawrence High School, Fairfield, ME 9 School Street, Fairfield, ME 04937 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 178 River Rd
Tax History
Tax History for 178 River Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,995
-3%
$142,520
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2024
$2,067
12%
$142,520
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2023
$1,839
-1%
$142,520
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2022
$1,853
30%
$142,520
78%
2021
$1,429
13%
$80,260
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2020
$1,260
4%
$80,260
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2019
$1,212
3%
$80,260
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2018
$1,172
1%
$80,260
—
2017
$1,156
5%
$80,260
—
2016
$1,100
1%
$80,260
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2015
$1,084
-1%
$80,260
—
2014
$1,092
4%
$80,260
—
2013
$1,051
—
$80,260
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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178 River Road, Benton, ME 04901 (MLS# 1676034) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 178 River Road is currently listed for $193,000 and was received on August 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 178 River Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Benton? You can browse all Benton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.