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$556,499$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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $490,500 on May 30, 2024

79 SOUTH ST

GORHAM, ME 04038
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,667 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.
0.94 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1802
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$556K
$519K low$594K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$490,500 · May 30, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,736 (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.$387,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$129,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$258,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$387,600

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
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.94
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(3)

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.

H
Gorham High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Village Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Gorham Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 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

79 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Cumberland County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Gorham 04038
  • Among the oldest 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.

This home
$319K$1M

This home is worth more than 46% 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$556,499
CheaperTypical $574,890Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$209
CheaperTypical $340Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area2,667 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,690 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.94 ac
SmallerTypical 1.3 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1802
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 79 South St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGorham 04038Cumberland County
Estimated valuepricier than$556,49946% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2093% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than2,667 ft²88% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.94 ac43% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than1802almost no homesalmost no homes

About 79 South St

How much is 79 South St, Gorham, ME worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 South St, Gorham, ME is $556,499 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $519,019 to $593,979. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 South St, Gorham, ME last sell?

79 South St, Gorham, ME last sold on May 30, 2024 for $490,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 79 South St, Gorham, ME?

79 South St, Gorham, ME has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,667 square feet of living space and a 0.94-acre lot.

When was 79 South St, Gorham, ME built?

79 South St, Gorham, ME was built in 1802, making it 224 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 79 South St, Gorham, ME?

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

How does 79 South St, Gorham, ME compare to other homes in Gorham 04038?

Among the 6,410 homes in Gorham 04038, it is worth more than 46% of them ($556,499 against a typical $574,890), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($209 against a typical $340), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,667 ft² against a typical 1,690 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.94 ac against a typical 1.3 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1802 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Cumberland County, it is worth more than 45% 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 79 South St, Gorham, ME?

The 2025 property tax bill for 79 South St, Gorham, ME was $5,736. The county assessed it at $387,600.

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