1 Upper Dunbar Rd
Description
Tucked away in upper Seal Harbor, this inviting year-round cottage is set on approximately .45 acres and offers a rare combination of character, comfort, and versatility, with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a 2-car garage, and a large barn. The beautifully landscaped grounds feature a spacious fenced backyard, seasonal gardens, and ample room for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying the outdoors. Inside, thoughtful upgrades enhance both style and function, including radiant tile flooring in the kitchen,...Tucked away in upper Seal Harbor, this inviting year-round cottage is set on approximately .45 acres and offers a rare combination of character, comfort, and versatility, with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a 2-car garage, and a large barn. The beautifully landscaped grounds feature a spacious fenced backyard, seasonal gardens, and ample room for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying the outdoors. Inside, thoughtful upgrades enhance both style and function, including radiant tile flooring in the kitchen, back hall, and full bath areas, along with cherry cabinetry, quartz countertops, and updated appliances. An updated upstairs full bath provides added convenience, while the primary bedroom has been refreshed with new flooring and a heat pump for year-round comfort. Additional improvements such as new roofing on all structures, updated windows throughout the home, and a propane stove in the living room further elevate the property's appeal. Just moments from the village of Seal Harbor and Seal Harbor Beach, and only minutes from Acadia National Park and Land & Garden Preserve, this exceptional property offers an ideal blend of coastal charm, modern updates, and sought-after Mount Desert Island living.
- Listed by Joan Pew • The Knowles Company • 207 276-3322
Property Details for 1 Upper Dunbar Road
Waterfront
No
Waterfront FeaturesNearby
ArchitecturalStyleCottage, New Englander
Garage Spaces2.00
GarageYes
ZoningVR1
ViewMountain(s), Scenic
LISTING UPDATED: 05/22/2026 07:49 AM
Property Details for 1 Upper Dunbar Road
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1663453 |
| Days on Market | 16 |
| Taxes | $4,734 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1920 |
| Lot Size | 0.45 AC / 19,602 SF |
| County | Hancock County |
Location
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Building Information for 1 Upper Dunbar Road
Stories-Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.45 AC / 19,602 SF
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$6,873 per month
30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest
Principal and Interest
$6,478
Property Taxes
$395
HOA Dues
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1Property Information for 1 Upper Dunbar Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Directions: From Seal Harbor Beach, bear left n Route 3 through the village of Seal Harbor. Go up hill on Route 3. Bear Left on Upper Dunbar, House is on the right.
- Town: Mount Desert
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04675
- County: Hancock
- Geo Latitude: 44.303901
- Geo Longitude: -68.239063
- Tax Lot: 116
- Site:Corner Lot: Yes
- Site:Level: Yes
- Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
- Location:Intown: Yes
- Location:Near Public Beach: Yes
- Location:Neighborhood: Yes
- Transportation:Major Road Access: Yes
- Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Road Frontage: false
- Water View2: No
- Tree Growth YN2: false
Parking
- Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, Paved, Detached, 1 - 4 Spaces, Off Street, On Site
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, Off Street, On Site2, Paved3
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 5612
- Tax Map Number: 31
- Tax Year: 2026
- Parcel Number: MTDS-000031-000000-000116
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $4,734.30
- Restrictions:No Restrictions: Yes
Virtual Tour
- Virtual Tour URLUnbranded: https://unbranded.visithome.ai/8jue5GJ3aD22jM2msMRmzs?mu=ft
Property
Green Features
- Energy Efficiency:Double Pane Windows: Yes
- HERS Certified: No
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Gas: Yes
- Water Heater:Heat Pump: Yes
- Heat Fuel: Oil, Other Heat Fuel, Propane
- Heat System: Heat Pump, Hot Water, Pellet Stove, Radiant, Radiator, Multi-Zones
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1912.0
- Lot Size Acres: 0.45
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1912.0
- Lot Size Area: 0.45
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 19602.0
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Street Number: 1
- Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
- Property Information:Seasonal: No
- Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim
- Property Information:Deed: All
- Property Information:# Rooms: 8.00
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
- Property Information:Color: Brown
- Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: 1.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: 1.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 2: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Upper: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Upper: .00
Parking
- Driveway:Paved: Yes
- Driveway: Paved2
Property and Assessments
- Sign on Property: Yes
- Leased Land: No
- Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
- Property Type Label: Residential
- Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1920
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Generator Hookup, On Site
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Other Equipment: Generator, Cable
- Appliances Included:Cooktop: Yes
- Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
- Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
- Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
- Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
- Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
- Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
- Utilities:Utilities On: Yes
- Gas:Bottled: Yes
- Water Heater: Gas, Heat Pump2
- Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher, Cooktop
- Equipment: Cable, Generator
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Clapboard, Wood Siding
- # Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:2 Car: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:Auto Door Opener: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:Detached: Yes
- Roof: Fiberglass, Shingle
- Other Structures: Outbuilding
- Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
- Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Auto Door Opener, Detached
- Patio and Porch Features: Deck
- Basement Entry: Interior
Interior Features
- Basement: Crawl Space, Partial, Unfinished
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Interior Features: Walk-in Closets, Bathtub, Shower
- Cooling: Heat Pump, Wall Unit(s)
- Heating: Oil, Other Heat Fuel, Propane, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Pellet Stove, Radiant, Radiator, Zoned
- Foundation Details: Poured Concrete, Stone
- Room Total: 8
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.00
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Heating YN: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop:Quartz: Yes
- Dining Room Amenities: Dining Area, Informal
- Amenities: Bathtub, Fence, Hot Tub, Shower, Walk-in Closets
- Kitchen Amenities: Breakfast Nook, Pantry2
- Living Room Amenities: Gas Fireplace5
- Mud Room: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop: Quartz
- Primary Bedroom Amenities: Walk-in Closet6
- Sunroom Amenities: Four-Season, Heated2
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Length: 14.0
- Room Width: 21.0
- Room Level: First
Room 2
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Length: 10.0
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Level: First
- Bedroom Amenities 2: Closet2
Room 3
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Length: 12.5
- Room Width: 19.5
- Room Level: First
Room 4
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Length: 13.7
- Room Width: 23.1
- Room Level: Second
Room 5
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Length: 15.0
- Room Width: 8.11
- Room Level: Second
Room 6
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Length: 8.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Level: Second
Room 7
- Room Type: Sunroom
- Room Length: 20.0
- Room Width: 8.75
- Room Level: First
Room 8
- Room Type: Mud Room
- Room Length: 5.4
- Room Width: 8.7
- Room Level: First
Property History for 1 Upper Dunbar Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1663453 | $1,300,000 | — |
| Apr 29, 2011 | Sold Maine Listings #916735 | $365,000 | — |
| Dec 20, 2010 | Pending Maine Listings #916735 | — | |
| Dec 20, 2010 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #916735 | — | |
| Nov 17, 2008 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #916735 | $459,000 | — |
| Jul 30, 2002 | Sold Maine Listings #549215 | $310,000 | — |
| Jun 3, 2002 | Pending Maine Listings #549215 | — | |
| Jun 3, 2002 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #549215 | — | |
| Apr 3, 2002 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #549215 | $325,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/22/2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1663453 | $1,300,000 |
| 04/29/2011 | Sold Maine Listings #916735 | $365,000 |
| 12/20/2010 | Pending Maine Listings #916735 | — |
| 12/20/2010 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #916735 | — |
| 11/17/2008 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #916735 | $459,000 |
| 07/30/2002 | Sold Maine Listings #549215 | $310,000 |
| 06/03/2002 | Pending Maine Listings #549215 | — |
| 06/03/2002 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #549215 | — |
| 04/03/2002 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #549215 | $325,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1 Upper Dunbar Road
Taxable ValueLand$180,600Additions$441,300Total$621,900
Tax Record2025$4,919 ($410 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,912 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,912 SqFtStories2Lot Size19,583 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920ZoningVR1CountyHANCOCKAPNMTDS M:031 L:116Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 1 Upper Dunbar Road
This home is within Mount Desert Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mt Desert Elementary School PublicPK to 8 | ||
Mt Desert Island High School Public9 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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