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$278,510$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 85How 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

281 RUSSELL ST

LEWISTON, ME 04240
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,333 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
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

$279K
$238K low$319K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,908 (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.$88,710 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,360
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$70,350

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.22 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyANDROSCOGGIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Farwell Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Lewiston Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Lewiston High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Lewiston

Neighborhood · ZIP 04240These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.90

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,840
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,098 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,035
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,033
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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How this home compares

281 Russell 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 less than 75% of homes in Androscoggin County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Androscoggin County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Androscoggin County

What homes are worth in Lewiston 04240

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

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$187K$615K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Lewiston 04240.

How it measures up in Lewiston 04240

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lewiston 04240.

Estimated value$278,510
CheaperTypical $309,866Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$209
CheaperTypical $238Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,333 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 281 Russell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLewiston 04240Androscoggin County
Estimated valuepricier than$278,51030% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20932% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,333 ft²42% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac57% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than195550% of homes38% of homes

About 281 Russell St

How much is 281 Russell St, Lewiston, ME worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Russell St, Lewiston, ME is $278,510 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $237,754 to $319,266. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Russell St, Lewiston, ME last sell?

281 Russell St, Lewiston, ME last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Russell St, Lewiston, ME?

281 Russell St, Lewiston, ME has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,333 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 281 Russell St, Lewiston, ME built?

281 Russell St, Lewiston, ME was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Russell St, Lewiston, ME?

281 Russell St, Lewiston, ME is assigned to Farwell Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Lewiston Middle School (middle), rated F; Lewiston High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Lewiston. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Russell St, Lewiston, ME compare to other homes in Lewiston 04240?

Among the 9,442 homes in Lewiston 04240, it is worth more than 30% of them ($278,510 against a typical $309,866), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($209 against a typical $238), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,333 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1955 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Androscoggin 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 281 Russell St, Lewiston, ME?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Russell St, Lewiston, ME was $2,908. The county assessed it at $88,710.

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