Incredibly versatile Saco gem in excellent condition! 181 Watson Mill has roughly 3000 square feet of living area, a fantastic garage apartment, and tons of storage and flexibility. On a peaceful country road with direct access to walking and snowmobile trails, yet minutes from downtown Saco, this property is ideally located. A short drive up the coast is Portland, with award-winning restaurants, museums, and a convenient airport. Down the coast find scenic beaches and recreation. The owner has made numerous improvements over the years, on top of the recent rebuild that included a spacious primary suite. Book your showing today.
Active
$599,000
181 Watson Mill Road, Saco, ME 04072
3beds
3,247sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
1.08 Acres Lot
$585,900 Zestimate®
$184/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Peaceful country roadFantastic garage apartmentSpacious primary suite
- 4 hours |
- 516 |
- 39 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: 12 hours ago
Listed by:
Townsend Real Estate
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1653106
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Features: Closet, Full Bath, Suite, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Den
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: Second
Living room
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: Second
Mud room
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Hot Water, Zoned, Other, Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl, Wood, Bamboo
- Basement: Bulkhead
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,247
- Total interior livable area: 3,247 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,617
- Finished area below ground: 630
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 1.08 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: SACOM118L002U003000
- Zoning: c-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Utilities On
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Ceiling Fans
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Saco
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $184/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $470,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,604
- Date on market: 3/3/2026
- Exclusions: Generator negotiable
Estimated market value
$585,900
$557,000 - $615,000
$3,420/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $599,000+96.4%$184/sqft |
Source:  Maine Listings #1653106 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2017 | Sold | $305,000-1.6%$94/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1306912 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2017 | Price change | $309,900-3.1%$95/sqft |
Source: Regency Realty Group #1306912 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2017 | Listed for sale | $319,900$99/sqft |
Source: Regency Realty Group #1306912 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,933 | $470,000 |
| 2023 | $6,933 +9.4% | $470,000 +35.9% |
| 2022 | $6,339 +3.1% | $345,800 +6.2% |
| 2021 | $6,147 | $325,600 |
| 2020 | $6,147 +6.4% | $325,600 +9.2% |
| 2019 | $5,777 +3.8% | $298,100 +3.8% |
| 2018 | $5,566 +3.3% | $287,200 +3.3% |
| 2017 | $5,386 +7.4% | $277,900 +7.6% |
| 2016 | $5,014 +2.4% | $258,200 +1.4% |
| 2015 | $4,895 +3.2% | $254,700 |
| 2014 | $4,743 +0.2% | $254,700 |
| 2013 | $4,732 +20.3% | $254,700 -6.6% |
| 2011 | $3,934 +5.9% | $272,800 |
| 2009 | $3,716 +1.5% | $272,800 |
| 2008 | $3,661 | $272,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,523/mo
Principal & interest
$3089
Property taxes
$434
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 04072
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAYoung SchoolGrades: K-2Distance: 5.6 mi
- 7/10Saco Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.5 mi
- NASaco Transition ProgramGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.7 mi
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