1583 Turtle Head Road

Closed 9/26/25
Closed 9/26/25
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro
093-1583 Turtle Head-93
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$775,000
2 beds900 sqft
1583 Turtle Head Rd, Islesboro, ME 04848
Single FamilyProperty Type
9.94 acresLot Size
1998Year Built
$861/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Welcome to ''Avalon,'' a distinctive seasonal cottage nestled within the Turtle Head subdivision on Islesboro's north end. Set on approximately 9.94± wooded acres with 321± feet of private waterfront on East Penobscot Bay, this exceptional property combines natural Maine beauty with refined comfort. The property offers expansive panoramic views to the East and northeast across the bay, including vistas of Castine. Thoughtfully landscaped grounds feature a cutting garden, hand-built stone walls, and...Welcome to ''Avalon,'' a distinctive seasonal cottage nestled within the Turtle Head subdivision on Islesboro's north end. Set on approximately 9.94± wooded acres with 321± feet of private waterfront on East Penobscot Bay, this exceptional property combines natural Maine beauty with refined comfort. The property offers expansive panoramic views to the East and northeast across the bay, including vistas of Castine. Thoughtfully landscaped grounds feature a cutting garden, hand-built stone walls, and a walking path through ferns to the water's edge, complete with solar lights for your evening stroll. The sandy and rocky beachfront is perfect for beach combing, kayaking, or mooring your boat and is rarely found on Islesboro. This elegantly finished cottage features an open floor plan ideal for entertaining. The kitchen, with granite countertops, transitions into a spacious living room with a wood stove set on a soapstone hearth. The living space extends to a screened-in porch and a sun-soaked open deck, both overlooking the water and a field of ferns, blurring the line between indoor and outdoor living. The first-floor bedroom offers generous space and cathedral ceilings, while a versatile loft provides an additional sleeping area or other potential uses. The full bath is thoughtfully divided into three areas: a Jacuzzi tub, a separate toilet and linen storage, and a sink with a stackable washer and dryer. For those who love fresh air, an outdoor shower and toilet are conveniently located on the back porch—complete with evening lighting. Unique amenities abound, including Bose outdoor speakers connected to an integrated in-home sound system, antique church doors in the bedroom, and a fire pit featuring an antique cauldron. A storage barn offers room for storage or workshop. With 9+ acres you can expand or build another house. Stay connected with fiberoptic broadband internet with 1 gibibyte connection speeds. Islesboro is a 20-minute ride from the mai
  • Listed by: Virginia Hess 401.222.9583 ginnie@catesre.com • Cates Real Estate
Listing closed: 09/26/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1631178

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Property Information for 1583 Turtle Head Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $9,870 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Waldo County
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • View: Fields, Scenic
  • Has Waterfront: Yes
  • Zoning: Shoreland
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Lot Size: 9.94 AC / 432,986 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Location: Rural
  • Page: 293-294
  • Zoning Overlay: No
  • Directions: Drive north on Main Road or Meadow Pond Road until you reach Turtle Head Road. Follow Turtle Head Road and sign on property. (GPS is accurate)
  • Latitude: 44.382961
  • Longitude: -$68.88
  • Island: Yes
  • Water Frontage Owned: 321.0
  • Source of Water Frontage: Public Records
  • Waterfront Amount: $321.00
  • Water Body Type: Bay
  • Water Body Name: East Penobscot Bay
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: ISBR-000037-000000-000005-J000000
  • Tax Lot: 5J
  • Tax Book Number: 4532
  • Tax Map Number: 37
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,870.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel
  • Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces
  • Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
School Information
  • High School District: Islesboro Public Schools
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Wooded, Rural
  • Lot Size Acres: 9.94
  • Lot Size Area: 9.94
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 432986.4
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: false
  • Roads: Dead End, Gravel, Dirt
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
  • Tree Growth: false
  • Site: Level, Open, Well Landscaped, Wooded
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 900.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 900.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1998
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Foundation Materials: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Construction Materials: Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Outhouse/Privy
  • Color: Natural Shingles
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $883.33
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Electric, K-1/Kerosene
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Bottled
  • Recreational Water: Deeded, Oceanfront
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
  • Water Source: Well, Private
  • Water Heater: Electric
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Shingle Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Gravel
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Laundry - 1st Floor, Shower, Storage
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • Basement: Not Applicable
  • Basement Entry: Not Applicable
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch, Screened
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Space Heater, Direct Vent Furnace
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Shower, Storage
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First
  • Primary Bedroom Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling, Built-Ins, Soaking Tub
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Amenities: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen Countertop: Granite
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Amenities: Heat Stove
Other Room 1
  • Other Room 1: Other Room 1
  • Other Room 1 Level: First
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 1583 Turtle Head Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 26, 2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1631178

$775,000—
Sep 24, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1914947200

$775,000—
Jul 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1631178

$925,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/26/2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1631178

$775,000
09/24/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1914947200

$775,000
07/05/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1631178

$925,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1583 Turtle Head Road

Taxable ValueLand$691,100Additions$138,300Total$829,400
Tax Record2025$10,575 ($881 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt720 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt720 SqFtStories1Lot Size432,986 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1998Year Renovated1998CountyWALDOAPNISBR M:0037 L:0005-J

Schools near 1583 Turtle Head Road

This home is within Islesboro Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Islesboro Central School
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Islesboro Central School
PublicK to 12

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 04848
$775,000
2
900
432,986
1601 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 04848
–
3
2
1,470
189,050
1549 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 04848
–
1
2
864
609,840
1621 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 04848
–
–
–
5,510
110,207
1578 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 04848
–
3
4.5
3,124
219,978
1614 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 04848
–
–
–
–
171,191

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