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$308,189$209 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $265,000 on Jul 28, 2023

17 FRANCIS ST

WATERVILLE, ME 04901
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,477 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$308K
$279K low$337K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$265,000 · Jul 28, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,905 (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.$229,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$204,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$179,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$241,775

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.Cape Cod
CountyKENNEBEC
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Waterville Senior High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
George J Mitchell SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 1.4 mi
M
Waterville Junior High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Waterville

Neighborhood · ZIP 04901These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.70
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,079
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.340 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,894
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,846
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

17 Francis St 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 Waterville 04901
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Kennebec County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Kennebec County

What homes are worth in Waterville 04901

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$72K$560K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Waterville 04901.

How it measures up in Waterville 04901

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waterville 04901.

Estimated value$308,189
CheaperTypical $270,107Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$209
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,477 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,416 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 17 Francis St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaterville 04901Kennebec County
Estimated valuepricier than$308,18965% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20952% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,477 ft²53% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac23% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than195345% of homes36% of homes

About 17 Francis St

How much is 17 Francis St, Waterville, ME worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Francis St, Waterville, ME is $308,189 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $279,467 to $336,911. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Francis St, Waterville, ME last sell?

17 Francis St, Waterville, ME last sold on Jul 28, 2023 for $265,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 17 Francis St, Waterville, ME?

17 Francis St, Waterville, ME has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,477 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 17 Francis St, Waterville, ME built?

17 Francis St, Waterville, ME was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17 Francis St, Waterville, ME?

17 Francis St, Waterville, ME is assigned to Waterville Senior High School (high), rated D+; George J Mitchell School (elementary), rated D; Waterville Junior High School (middle), rated C. All sit in Waterville. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17 Francis St, Waterville, ME compare to other homes in Waterville 04901?

Among the 8,740 homes in Waterville 04901, it is worth more than 65% of them ($308,189 against a typical $270,107), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($209 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,477 ft² against a typical 1,416 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1953 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Kennebec County, it is worth more than 44% 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 17 Francis St, Waterville, ME?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Francis St, Waterville, ME was $3,905. The county assessed it at $229,700.

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