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Property Description
William A. Ramsdell House - 173 yr. old Italianate Victorian built in 1853 by a ship's joiner who helped craft wooden sailing vessels for which the town was renowned. Dual revenue income possibilities - 1 BR in-law apt. and 2-story carriage house antique shop with pulley-run elevator and cupola with weathervane. Lovingly restored and maintained, it features 10' ceilings, original woodwork, hard wood floors with varying parquet designs, 7 different tin ceiling patterns, picture rail moldings and many other elegant period details including a separate service stair, and a 3-floor main staircase whose final steps curve upward as you enter your own cupola with window seats for wonderful river views. 8' X 30' covered porch off the kitchen, great for entertaining. Cozy, private back yard. Located in Richmond's historic district, minutes to restaurants, pub, grocery store, post office, hardware store, waterfront park and boat launch. Boat the Kennebec through Merrymeeting Bay to Bath and the open ocean. Across the Kennebec awaits historic Swan Island, a 2,019-acre Maine Wildlife Management Area for camping, hiking and more. Some furnishings negotiable. Commutable to Augusta, Waterville, Brunswick, Freeport, Portland, 1.5 hrs to Bangor. 19 min. to Wiscasset and the stunning Maine coast, under 2 hrs to Sugarloaf or Sunday River ski areas. Portland jetport just 47 min. away. 2.5 hrs to downtown Boston.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 274 Front St
General
- Sold For: $579,900
- Taxes: $6,074 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MREIS
- MLS ID: 1649712
- Added to Site: 175 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior Features: Attic, Bathtub, In-Law Floorplan, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Upper Level
Additional Information
- Equipment: Cable, Internet Access Available
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Gravel, Paved, 5 - 10 Spaces, On-Site Parking, On Street, Detached, Storage
Location
- County: Sagadahoc
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Oil, Baseboard, Hot Water, Zoned, Radiator
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Utilities On
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Construction: Wood Frame, Clapboard
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Bulkhead, Interior Entry, Full
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Square Feet: 3,060
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Finished Total: 3,060 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,060 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1853
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.37
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 16,117.2
- Zoning: Village
- Lot Description: Historic District, Intown, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Neighborhood, Corner Lot, Level, Open Lot, Landscaped
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Water Features
- Water Front Name: Kennebec River
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Ceiling Fans, Thermostat
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $6,074
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Lot Number: 147
Listed by Kezar Realty (207) 925-1500
Sold by Fontaine Family-The Real Estate Leader (207) 784-3800
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Schools
Schools serving 274 Front St
School District:Regional School Unit 02
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Marcia Buker School 28 High Street, Richmond, ME 04357 | PK-5 | 0.3 mi |
Richmond Middle School 132 Main Street, Richmond, ME 04357 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Richmond High School 132 Main Street, Richmond, ME 04357 | 9-12 | 0.6 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 274 Front St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/05/2026
Sold
$579,900
—
MLS
4/03/2026
Price Reduced
$579,900
-3.19%
MLS
1/20/2026
Listed
$599,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
274 Front Street, Richmond, ME 04357 (MLS# 1649712) is a Single Family property that was sold at $579,900 on June 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 274 Front Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Richmond? You can browse all Richmond real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

