28 Carson Drive
Gorham, ME 04038
Beds
5
Baths
4
Square Ft.
3,536
$849,000
Energy-Efficient 5-Bedroom Colonial with Attached Apartment & Home Business Space This one-of-a-kind 5-bed, 2 full/2 half bath colonial sits on 1.6 private acres in Gorham—just 5 minutes from Gorham Village, 20 minutes to downtown Portland and surrounding beaches, and 10 minutes to I-95. Located in a sought-after community known for… Read More its highly ranked schools, this home is one of the most unique, high-performance properties in Greater Portland. Built in 2003 with modern efficiency and flexibility in mind, the home includes a fully self-contained 1-bed/1-bath apartment with its own deck, kitchen, and living room—ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or rental income.The entire exterior structure and foundation are constructed with Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF), offering an R-70 insulation rating and engineered to withstand winds up to 200 mph. The home features solar panel arrays that generate electricity for daily use, with excess energy stored in a brand-new Tesla solar battery capable of powering the main home for up to 24 hours. In addition, the home's hot water system is fully powered by solar energy, maximizing efficiency and reducing utility draw. A full sprinkler system adds additional safety and peace of mind. Inside, enjoy bamboo hardwood floors throughout the first level and apartment,and brand-new carpet on the second floor. A soapstone wood stove efficiently heats the spacious, open-concept main living area. The attached 2-car garage offers direct access to the home. Outdoor living spaces include a covered front porch, rear deck, and stone patio—perfect for relaxing or entertaining.The finished basement offers a half bath and two private offices with a separate entrance and client parking—ideal for a home-based business without interrupting daily living.Tucked away on a quiet private road, this high-performance property offers the perfect blend of sustainability, functionality, and opportunity in one of Southern Maine's most desirable communities Read Less
Courtesy of Cottage & Co Real Estate 207-653-1188
Listing Snapshot
Days Online
35
Last Updated
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Beds
5
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
2
Square Ft.
3,536
Lot Size
1.6 Acres
Year Built
2003
MLS Number
1632582
30 Days Snapshot Of 04038
$544k
+5%
(avg) sold price
18
-25%
homes sold
28
+75%
(avg) days on market
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Additional Details
Property Access
Road Frontage Type: "Private Road", Road Surface Type: "Gravel"
Appliances & Equipment
Appliances: "Washer", "Refrigerator", "Electric Range", "Dryer", "Dishwasher"
Basement
Basement: "Interior", "Walk-Out Access", "Daylight", "Finished", "Full", "Unfinished"
Building
Architectural Style: "Colonial", Building Area Source: Public Records, Building Area Total: 3,536, Construction Materials: "Vinyl Siding", "Other", "Structural Insulated Panels", Year Built: 2003
Cooling
Cooling Included, Cooling: "Window Unit(s)", "Heat Pump"
Accessibility Features
Accessibility Features: "36 - 48 Inch Halls"
Exterior Features
Other Equipment: "Other Equipment", "Air Radon Mitigation System", Patio And Porch Features: "Deck", "Patio", "Porch", Patio And Porch Features: "Deck", "Patio", "Porch"
Floors
Flooring: "Tile", "Carpet"
Foundation
Foundation Details: "Other", "Concrete Perimeter"
Garage
Attached Garage, Garage Included, 2 garage spaces
Heating
Heating: "Wood Stove", "Hot Water", "Heat Pump", "Baseboard", Heating Included
Home Owner's Association
Association Fee: $600, Association Fee Frequency: Annually, Home Owners Association
Interior Features
Features: "In-Law Apartment", "Walk-in Closets", "1st Floor Bedroom", "Bathtub"
Laundry
Features: "Laundry - 1st Floor", "Main Level"
Lot
Features: "Open", "Level", "Neighborhood", "Subdivided", 1.6 acres, Area: 1.6, 69,696 square feet
Parking
Features: "5 - 10 Spaces", "Paved", "Inside Entrance", "Off Street"
Pets Policy
Pets Allowed: "Other Restrictions"
Property
Other Structures: "Shed(s)", Parcel Number: GRHM-000005-000014-000303, Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence, View: "Fields", "Scenic", "Trees/Woods", Zoning: R
Roof
Roof: "Pitched", "Shingle"
Security Features
Features: "Sprinkler"
Sewer
Sewer: "Septic Tank", "Private Sewer", "Septic Design Available"
Taxes
Annual Amount: $9,099, Tax Lot: 303
Utilities
Electric: "Photovoltaics Seller Owned", "Energy Storage Device", "Circuit Breakers", Water Source: "Well", "Private"
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