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$306,809$165 / 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 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $235,300 on Sep 9, 2021

987 RIVER AVE

GARDINER, ME 04345
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,863 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.
1.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1800
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$307K
$250K low$364K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$235,300 · Sep 9, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,561 (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.$135,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$112,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$526,585

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
CountyKENNEBEC
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.37
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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
Laura E Richards School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 3.6 mi
M
Gardiner Regional Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi
H
Gardiner Area High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi

District: School Administrative District 11

Neighborhood · ZIP 04345These 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.89
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 100.70

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
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.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,905
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.169 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,268
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,055
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%

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How this home compares

987 River Ave 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 87% of homes in Kennebec County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Kennebec County
  • Among the oldest homes in Gardiner 04345

What homes are worth in Gardiner 04345

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

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$163K$727K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Gardiner 04345.

How it measures up in Gardiner 04345

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gardiner 04345.

Estimated value$306,809
CheaperTypical $329,736Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$165
CheaperTypical $224Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,863 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,489 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size1.37 ac
SmallerTypical 1.1 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1800
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 987 River Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGardiner 04345Kennebec County
Estimated valuepricier than$306,80940% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16521% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,863 ft²69% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.37 ac54% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than1800almost no homesalmost no homes

About 987 River Ave

How much is 987 River Ave, Gardiner, ME worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 987 River Ave, Gardiner, ME is $306,809 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $250,095 to $363,523. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 987 River Ave, Gardiner, ME last sell?

987 River Ave, Gardiner, ME last sold on Sep 9, 2021 for $235,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 987 River Ave, Gardiner, ME?

987 River Ave, Gardiner, ME has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,863 square feet of living space and a 1.37-acre lot.

When was 987 River Ave, Gardiner, ME built?

987 River Ave, Gardiner, ME was built in 1800, making it 226 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 987 River Ave, Gardiner, ME?

987 River Ave, Gardiner, ME is assigned to Laura E Richards School (elementary); Gardiner Regional Middle School (middle), rated B-; Gardiner Area High School (high), rated B-. All sit in School Administrative District 11. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 987 River Ave, Gardiner, ME compare to other homes in Gardiner 04345?

Among the 4,737 homes in Gardiner 04345, it is worth more than 40% of them ($306,809 against a typical $329,736), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($165 against a typical $224), it is bigger than 69% of them (1,863 ft² against a typical 1,489 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (1.37 ac against a typical 1.1 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1800 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Kennebec County, it is worth more than 43% 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 987 River Ave, Gardiner, ME?

The 2025 property tax bill for 987 River Ave, Gardiner, ME was $3,561. The county assessed it at $135,400.

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