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$298,027$239 / 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 75How 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

971 ROUTE 1

NEWCASTLE, ME 04553
1
Baths
1,248 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.
2 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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$298K
$224K low$372K 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.$298,027
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$238,422

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,641 (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.$254,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$74,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$180,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$504,640

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.Ranch
CountyLINCOLN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
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.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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
Great Salt Bay Community SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 4.6 mi

District: Great Salt Bay Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 04553These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.77
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
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.1,990
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.61 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,922
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,262
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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.50%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

971 Route 1 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 93% of homes in Newcastle 04553
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Newcastle 04553
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Newcastle 04553
  • Older than 85% of homes in Newcastle 04553

What homes are worth in Newcastle 04553

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

This home
$226K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Newcastle 04553.

How it measures up in Newcastle 04553

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newcastle 04553.

Estimated value$298,027
CheaperTypical $520,071Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$239
CheaperTypical $303Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,248 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,782 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 2.01 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 971 Route 1 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewcastle 04553Lincoln County
Estimated valuepricier than$298,0277% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23925% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,248 ft²24% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac50% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than195015% of homes29% of homes

About 971 Route 1

How much is 971 Route 1, Newcastle, ME worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 971 Route 1, Newcastle, ME is $298,027 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $223,636 to $372,418. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 971 Route 1, Newcastle, ME last sell?

971 Route 1, Newcastle, ME last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 971 Route 1, Newcastle, ME?

971 Route 1, Newcastle, ME has 1 bathrooms, 1,248 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 971 Route 1, Newcastle, ME built?

971 Route 1, Newcastle, ME was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 971 Route 1, Newcastle, ME?

971 Route 1, Newcastle, ME is assigned to Great Salt Bay Community School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Great Salt Bay Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 971 Route 1, Newcastle, ME compare to other homes in Newcastle 04553?

Among the 963 homes in Newcastle 04553, it is worth more than 7% of them ($298,027 against a typical $520,071), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($239 against a typical $303), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,248 ft² against a typical 1,782 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (2 ac against a typical 2.01 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1950 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Lincoln County, it is worth more than 27% 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 971 Route 1, Newcastle, ME?

The 2025 property tax bill for 971 Route 1, Newcastle, ME was $3,641. The county assessed it at $254,600.

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