42 Liberty Street
South Berwick, ME 03908
$975,000
Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
3,272 Sq. Ft.
$298 / Sq. Ft.
3,272
Sq. Ft.
$298
per Sq. Ft.
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Description
Step back in time with this remarkable historic Colonial home, built in 1770 by Judge Benjamin Chadbourne, now available to the public for the first time. This well-preserved masterpiece, nestled on a partially fenced lot, exudes charm and history at every turn. The exterior welcomes you with a beautifully crafted driveway of brick, leading to a spacious barn with a 2-car garage, workshop, office (known as the store), gardening area, and ample loft storage—complete with electricity. Inside, the home...Step back in time with this remarkable historic Colonial home, built in 1770 by Judge Benjamin Chadbourne, now available to the public for the first time. This well-preserved masterpiece, nestled on a partially fenced lot, exudes charm and history at every turn. The exterior welcomes you with a beautifully crafted driveway of brick, leading to a spacious barn with a 2-car garage, workshop, office (known as the store), gardening area, and ample loft storage—complete with electricity. Inside, the home offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an array of living spaces perfect for both casual and formal gatherings. The kitchen, equipped with a Viking gas range, connects to an informal dining area with a cozy gas stove, leading to a formal dining room, making it ideal for hosting. The first floor also includes laundry facilities and two family rooms, each with the potential to bring back to life one of the home's five fireplaces. Throughout the house, you'll find intricate original details, including wood wainscoting, doors, and moldings that speak to the craftsmanship of the era. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, a sitting area, and a full bathroom, with the original wide pine flooring that adds warmth and character. The walk-up attic, with its high ceilings, offers the potential for additional finished space. Modern comforts such as Central A/C for the upstairs rooms and an on-demand generator complement the home's historic charm. Outside, enjoy the beautifully landscaped gardens with raised beds, a side patio with a retractable awning, and the serene ambiance of a property that has been meticulously maintained for centuries. This home is not just a residence; it's a rare piece of history waiting for its next chapter. Showings start on Saturday, August 24 at the open house from 1:30pm to 3:00pm
- Listed by Brandon Elsemore • Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
Property Details for 42 Liberty Street
Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyleColonial, Farmhouse
Garage Spaces2.00
GarageYes
ZoningR1
LISTING UPDATED: 10/07/2024 12:52 PM
Property Details for 42 Liberty Street
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1601099 |
| Days on Market | 115 |
| Taxes | $10,728 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1770 |
| Lot Size | 0.75 AC / 32,670 SF |
| County | York County |
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Building Information for 42 Liberty Street
Stories-Year Built1770Building Size-Lot Size0.75 AC / 32,670 SF
Property Information for 42 Liberty Street
Summary
Location and General Information
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Zip Code: 1602
- Directions: From the center of town, South Berwick, head south on Main St/Rte 4/Rte 236 towards Dover, NH, turn left onto Rte 236, take right onto Vine St, house will be on your left. There are 2 driveways. One off of Vine St and one off of Liberty St.
- Town: South Berwick
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 03908
- County: York
- Geo Latitude: 43.225311
- Geo Longitude: -70.803564
- Tax Lot: 10
- Site:Corner Lot: Yes
- Site:Level: Yes
- Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
- Location:Historic District: Yes
- Location:Near Golf Course: Yes
- Location:Near Shopping: Yes
- Location:Near Town: Yes
Parking
- Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Other, Garage Door Opener, Detached
- Attached Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 19440
- Tax Map Number: 23
- Tax Year: 2025
- Parcel Number: SBER-000023-000000-000010
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $10,728.00
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- Virtual Tour URLUnbranded: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=sa68onD3MgA&brand=0
Property
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Off Heating System: Yes
- Water Heater:Tank: Yes
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 3272.0
- Lot Size Acres: 0.75
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 3272.0
- Lot Size Area: 0.75
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 32670.0
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Street Number: 42
- Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
- Property Information:Seasonal: No
- Property Information:Deed: All
- Property Information:# Rooms: 10.00
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:Source of Road Frontage: Public Records
- Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: 1.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: 1.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 2: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Upper: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Upper: .00
Parking
- Driveway:Other: Yes
Property and Assessments
- Leased Land: No
- Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
- Property Type Label: Residential
- Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
- Building Area Source: Appraiser
- Year Built: 1770
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
- Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
- Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
- Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
- Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
- Appliances Included:Other Appliances: Range Hood
- Gas:Bottled: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- # Fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:2 Car: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:Auto Door Opener: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:Detached: Yes
- Roof: Shingle
- Patio and Porch Features:Patio: Yes
Interior Features
- Basement: Full, Sump Pump, Exterior Entry, Bulkhead, Interior Entry, Unfinished
- Interior Features: Attic, Storage
- Cooling: Central Air
- Heating: Stove, Steam, Radiator, Hot Water, Baseboard
- Foundation Details: Stone, Concrete Perimeter, Brick/Mortar
- Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
- Room Total: 10
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.00
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Heating YN: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop:Solid Surface: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Mud Room
- Room Level: First
Room 2
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: First
Room 3
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: First
Room 4
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: First
Room 5
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Level: First
Room 6
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Level: First
Room 7
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: First
Room 8
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Level: Second
Room 9
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Second
Room 10
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Second
Property History for 42 Liberty Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 42 Liberty Street
Taxable ValueLand$165,700Additions$658,700Total$824,400
Tax Record2024$11,063 ($922 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,542 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,542 SqFtStories2Lot Size32,670 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1770ZoningR1 RESCountyYORKAPNSBER M:023 B:010Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 42 Liberty Street
This home is within Regional School Unit 35 Msad 35.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | 4 to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 3 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Marshwood Great Works School Public4 to 5 | ||
Marshwood Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Marshwood High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Central School PublicPK to 3 |
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