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$175,894$270 / 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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

242 RIVER RD

ORRINGTON, ME 04474
3
Beds
1
Baths
652 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.
1.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$176K
$151K low$200K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.130%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$190,921
FIRST HORIZON HOME LOAN · recorded Aug 18, 2006
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$25,000
BANGOR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,243 (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.$195,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$46,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$148,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$185,100

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.32 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPENOBSCOT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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(4)

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

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

E
Center Drive SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Orrington

Neighborhood · ZIP 04474These 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.68
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.59

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,021
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.146 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,390
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,106
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

242 River Rd 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 less than 92% of homes in Orrington 04474
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Orrington 04474
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Orrington 04474
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Orrington 04474
  • Older than 65% of homes in Penobscot County

What homes are worth in Orrington 04474

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

This home
$119K$622K

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Orrington 04474.

How it measures up in Orrington 04474

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orrington 04474.

Estimated value$175,894
CheaperTypical $319,307Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$270
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area652 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size1.15 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 242 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrrington 04474Penobscot County
Estimated valuepricier than$175,8948% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27081% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than652 ft²2% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.15 ac33% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than195043% of homes35% of homes

About 242 River Rd

How much is 242 River Rd, Orrington, ME worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 River Rd, Orrington, ME is $175,894 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $151,478 to $200,310. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 River Rd, Orrington, ME last sell?

242 River Rd, Orrington, ME last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 River Rd, Orrington, ME?

242 River Rd, Orrington, ME has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 652 square feet of living space and a 1.15-acre lot.

When was 242 River Rd, Orrington, ME built?

242 River Rd, Orrington, ME was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 River Rd, Orrington, ME?

242 River Rd, Orrington, ME is assigned to Center Drive School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Orrington. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 River Rd, Orrington, ME compare to other homes in Orrington 04474?

Among the 1,556 homes in Orrington 04474, it is worth more than 8% of them ($175,894 against a typical $319,307), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($270 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 2% of them (652 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (1.15 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1950 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Penobscot County, it is worth more than 25% 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 242 River Rd, Orrington, ME?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 River Rd, Orrington, ME was $2,243. The county assessed it at $195,000.

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