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$493,543$243 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $288,700 on Mar 1, 2019

281 SOUTH ST

GORHAM, ME 04038
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,032 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.
1.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$494K
$457K low$531K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$288,700 · Mar 1, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,135 (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.$279,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$75,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$203,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$279,400

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.Conventional
CountyCUMBERLAND
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1989
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.50
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Gorham Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Gorham High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Village Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi

District: Gorham

Neighborhood · ZIP 04038These 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.29
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.92

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.97%
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.3.1%
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.19,203
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.376 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$104,339
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,367
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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 South 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 69% of homes in Gorham 04038
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Cumberland County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Cumberland County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Cumberland County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Gorham 04038

What homes are worth in Gorham 04038

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

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$340K$990K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Gorham 04038.

How it measures up in Gorham 04038

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gorham 04038.

Estimated value$493,543
CheaperTypical $565,666Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$243
CheaperTypical $338Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area2,032 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size1.5 ac
SmallerTypical 1.25 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 281 South St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGorham 04038Cumberland County
Estimated valuepricier than$493,54331% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2439% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than2,032 ft²68% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.5 ac64% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than196016% of homes35% of homes

About 281 South St

How much is 281 South St, Gorham, ME worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 South St, Gorham, ME is $493,543 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $456,564 to $530,522. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 South St, Gorham, ME last sell?

281 South St, Gorham, ME last sold on Mar 1, 2019 for $288,700, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 South St, Gorham, ME?

281 South St, Gorham, ME has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,032 square feet of living space and a 1.50-acre lot.

When was 281 South St, Gorham, ME built?

281 South St, Gorham, ME was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 South St, Gorham, ME?

281 South St, Gorham, ME is assigned to Gorham Middle School (middle), rated A; Gorham High School (high), rated A+; Village Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Gorham. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 South St, Gorham, ME compare to other homes in Gorham 04038?

Among the 6,410 homes in Gorham 04038, it is worth more than 31% of them ($493,543 against a typical $565,666), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($243 against a typical $338), it is bigger than 68% of them (2,032 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (1.5 ac against a typical 1.25 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1960 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Cumberland County, it is worth more than 36% 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 South St, Gorham, ME?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 South St, Gorham, ME was $4,135. The county assessed it at $279,400.

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