165 Falmouth Road, Falmouth, ME 04105 (MLS# 1622064)
165 Falmouth Road, Falmouth, ME 04105
$1,387,500
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
5
Baths:
4
Square Footage:
4,719
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
145,490
Status:
Closed
Current Price:
$1,387,500
List Date:
5/09/2025
Last Modified:
7/23/2025
Description
Discover the perfect blend of historic charm and modern updates in this spacious and special 5-bedroom home. The James Merrill house is among the longest standing homes in Falmouth dating to 1738 and home to the Merrill family for over 200 years. From the moment you step inside, you'll be captivated by the warmth and character of this remarkable historic property. While history and character abound, this home also features extensive updates and a remarkable variety of spaces - a fireside dining room in the former summer kitchen, dual parlors perfect for home officing, an updated and sunny kitchen with new Bosch appliances, a cozy library, a captivating fireside inglenook, a muddy-paw ready mudroom with sink and laundry, a primary bedroom retreat with dual walk in closets and an updated bathroom, and a grand family room provides the best spot to gaze out the enormous picture window or catch the game with the woodstove fired up and snacks at the ready on the wet bar. Six fireplaces, original wide pine floors, original historic paneling and trim, beautiful bluestone patio, perennial plantings and gardens that bloom all summer long, a grand swimming pool completely refreshed in 2022 with a cute and freshly painted pool cabana including outdoor grill fireplace, 3 car garage, plug-in generator ready, and truly one of the best hide-and-go-seek houses one could ever imagine. It sits conveniently between 295 and 95 and only a few minutes to all the Portland area has to offer. Whether you're seeking a comfortable family home, a space for entertaining, or a property that is an iconic milestone in Falmouth's historic record, this home delivers it all and is a memory making machine.
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More Information MLS# 1622064
Property Sub-Type
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Location Information
Street #: 165
Street Name: Falmouth
Street Type: Road
County: Cumberland
Town: Falmouth
State/Province: ME
Zip Code: 04105
Zip +4: 2040
Leased Land: No
Book: 38387
Page: 49
Map: R04
Lot: 19
Zoning: Residential
Zoning Overlay: No
Association: No
School District: Falmouth Public Schools
Full Tax Amount $: 15075
Tax Year: 2024
Tree Growth Y/N: No
Geo Lat: 43.721501
Geo Lon: -70.267754
Contract Information
Status: Closed
Original List Price: 1425000
Sold Price: $1,387,500
Current Price: $1,387,500
Property Information
Surveyed: Yes
Seasonal: No
Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
# Rooms: 13
# Bedrooms: 5
# Fireplaces: 6
Total Full Baths: 3
Total Half Baths: 1
Total Baths: 4
Furniture: Negotiable
Color: Yellow
Year Built: 1738
SqFt Finished Above Grade: 4719
SqFt Finished Total: 4719
SqFt Source: Other
Other Source of Square Footage: Matterport 3D
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Lot Size Acres +/-: 3.34
Source of Acreage: Survey
Status Change Info
Pending Date: 2025-06-03
Closed Date: 2025-07-18
Closed Price: 1387500
Water Info
Water Frontage: No
Water View: No
Vehicle Storage
Attached: 1
Utilities
Utilities On: Yes
Property Features
Site: Rolling/Sloping; Wooded
Location: Near Country Club; Near Golf Course; Near Shopping; Near Town; Suburban
Roads: Paved; Public
Transportation: Major Road Access
View: Trees/Woods
Appliances Included: Cooktop; Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Refrigerator; Wall Oven; Washer
Kitchen Countertop: Other
Style: Colonial
Construction: Wood Frame
Basement: Bulkhead; Crawl Space; Full; Sump Pump; Unfinished
Basement Entry: Bulkhead; Interior
Foundation Materials: Granite; Poured Concrete; Stone
Roof: Shingle
Exterior: Clapboard; Wood Siding
Heat System: Baseboard; Hot Water; Wood Stove
Heat Fuel: Oil; Wood
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Cooling: None
Floors: Brick; Carpet; Tile; Wood
Amenities: Attic; Bathtub; Hot Tub; Laundry - 1st Floor; Pantry; Pool-In Ground; Primary Bedroom w/Bath; Security System; Shower; Storage; Walk-in Closets
Patio and Porch Features: Deck
Equipment: Cable; Generator; Internet Access Available
Driveway: Paved
Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces; On Site
Vehicle Storage: 3 Car; Auto Door Opener
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Electric: Circuit Breakers; Generator Hookup
Gas: No Gas
Sewer: Private Sewer; Septic Design Available
Water: Public
Room Information
Mud Room
Length: 13.90
Width: 7.11
Level: First
Kitchen
Length: 13.40
Width: 10.60
Level: First
Living Room
Length: 16.60
Width: 23.50
Level: First
Dining Room
Length: 11.60
Width: 33.50
Level: First
Family Room
Length: 17.70
Width: 11.90
Level: Basement
Living Room
Length: 17.70
Width: 13.80
Level: First
Bedroom 1
Length: 11.10
Width: 21.30
Level: Second
Bedroom 2
Length: 17.20
Width: 14.50
Level: Second
Bedroom 3
Length: 17.10
Width: 11.40
Level: Second
Primary Bedroom
Length: 16.50
Width: 12.50
Level: Second
Bedroom 5
Length: 13.60
Width: 10.10
Level: Second
Great Room
Length: 34.80
Width: 24.60
Level: First
Library
Level: First
Listing Office: Sunday River Real Estate
Last Updated: July - 23 - 2025
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