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$589,492$150 / 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 88How 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 $470,000 on Jun 3, 2022

829 ROUTE 3

SOUTH CHINA, ME 04358
9
Beds
4
Baths
3,920 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.
1.78 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
17
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$589K
$517K low$662K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$470,000 · Jun 3, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,471 (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.$296,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$265,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$560,215

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.7 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 Residential
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyKENNEBEC
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.78
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Space
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
China Primary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 2.4 mi
M
China Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.4 mi
H
Messalonskee High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.6 mi

District: Regional School Unit 18

Neighborhood · ZIP 04358These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.72
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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,458
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.81 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,647
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,125
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

829 Route 3 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 94% of homes in South China 04358
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in South China 04358
  • Among the largest homes in South China 04358

What homes are worth in South China 04358

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

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$84K$749K

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in South China 04358.

How it measures up in South China 04358

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South China 04358.

Estimated value$589,492
CheaperTypical $355,188Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$150
CheaperTypical $254Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,420 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1.78 ac
SmallerTypical 1.84 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 829 Route 3 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth China 04358Kennebec County
Estimated valuepricier than$589,49294% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15010% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than3,920 ft²almost all homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.78 ac49% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than197852% of homes62% of homes

About 829 Route 3

How much is 829 Route 3, South China, ME worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 829 Route 3, South China, ME is $589,492 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $517,304 to $661,680. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 829 Route 3, South China, ME last sell?

829 Route 3, South China, ME last sold on Jun 3, 2022 for $470,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 829 Route 3, South China, ME?

829 Route 3, South China, ME has 9 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,920 square feet of living space and a 1.78-acre lot.

When was 829 Route 3, South China, ME built?

829 Route 3, South China, ME was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 829 Route 3, South China, ME?

829 Route 3, South China, ME is assigned to China Primary School (elementary), rated B-; China Middle School (middle), rated C+; Messalonskee High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Regional School Unit 18. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 829 Route 3, South China, ME compare to other homes in South China 04358?

Among the 2,279 homes in South China 04358, it is worth more than 94% of them ($589,492 against a typical $355,188), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($150 against a typical $254), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 1,420 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (1.78 ac against a typical 1.84 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1978 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Kennebec County, it is worth more than 94% 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 829 Route 3, South China, ME?

The 2025 property tax bill for 829 Route 3, South China, ME was $3,471. The county assessed it at $296,700.

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