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$317,868$224 / 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 79How 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

974 RIVER RD

BUCKSPORT, ME 04416
1
Baths
1,420 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.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$318K
$250K low$385K 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.$317,868
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$254,294

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,871 (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.$185,220 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$51,490
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$133,730
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$167,970

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.20 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.Ranch
CountyHANCOCK
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.2001
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.50
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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

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

E
Miles Lane SchoolC
Elementary · Grades 1–4 · 4.7 mi
M
Bucksport Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.7 mi
H
Bucksport High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.9 mi

District: Regional School Unit 25

Neighborhood · ZIP 04416These 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.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.60

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.5,693
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.89 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,236
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,158
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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.Owner occupied
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

974 River Rd 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 66% of homes in Bucksport 04416
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Hancock County

What homes are worth in Bucksport 04416

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

This home
$112K$608K

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Bucksport 04416.

How it measures up in Bucksport 04416

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bucksport 04416.

Estimated value$317,868
CheaperTypical $270,885Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$224
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,420 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,325 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size1.5 ac
SmallerTypical 1.46 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 974 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBucksport 04416Hancock County
Estimated valuepricier than$317,86866% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22461% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,420 ft²59% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.5 ac52% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than197248% of homes39% of homes

About 974 River Rd

How much is 974 River Rd, Bucksport, ME worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 974 River Rd, Bucksport, ME is $317,868 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $250,339 to $385,397. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 974 River Rd, Bucksport, ME last sell?

974 River Rd, Bucksport, ME last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 974 River Rd, Bucksport, ME?

974 River Rd, Bucksport, ME has 1 bathrooms, 1,420 square feet of living space and a 1.50-acre lot.

When was 974 River Rd, Bucksport, ME built?

974 River Rd, Bucksport, ME was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 974 River Rd, Bucksport, ME?

974 River Rd, Bucksport, ME is assigned to Miles Lane School (elementary), rated C; Bucksport Middle School (middle), rated C-; Bucksport High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Regional School Unit 25. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 974 River Rd, Bucksport, ME compare to other homes in Bucksport 04416?

Among the 2,351 homes in Bucksport 04416, it is worth more than 66% of them ($317,868 against a typical $270,885), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($224 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,420 ft² against a typical 1,325 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (1.5 ac against a typical 1.46 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1972 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Hancock County, it is worth more than 39% 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 974 River Rd, Bucksport, ME?

The 2025 property tax bill for 974 River Rd, Bucksport, ME was $2,871. The county assessed it at $185,220.

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