16 Cottage St

Belfast, ME 04915

$1,195,000
Price
3
Beds
2,816 Sq. Ft.
$424 / Sq. Ft.
2,816
Sq. Ft.
$424
per Sq. Ft.
16 Cottage Drone 2
16 Cottage Front Exterior.2
16 Cottage Location 2
16 Cottage Exterior Front 3
16 Cottage Porch 1
16 Cottage Fall View
16 Cottage Exterior Back 2
16 Cottage Drone 1
16 Cottage Pool
16 Cottage Location
16 Cottage Deck
16 Cottage Drone Front View
16 Cottage LR Primary 2
16 Cottage LR
16 Cottage Kitchen
16 Cottage LR 2a
16 Cottage LR 1
16 Cottage to Deck
16 Cottage Front Exterior
16 Cottage Kitchen 7
16 Cottage Kitchen SInk 1
16 Cottage Kitchen Island
16 Cottage Kitchen Sink 2
16 Cottage Island 2
16 Cottage Kitchen 6
16 Cottage Kitchen 5
16 Cottage Dining Area.1
16 Cottage Kitchen 4
16 Cottage Front Door
16 Cottage Foyer
16 Cottage Powder Room
16 Cottage Porch 2
16 Cottage Exterior Back 3
16 Cottage Location 1
16 Cottage Primary BR
16 Cottage Primary BR 2
16 Cottage Primary BR 1
16 Cottage En Suite Bath
16 Cottage En Suite Bath 3
16 Cottage En Suite Bath 2
16 Cottage Guest BR
16 Cottage 2nd-FL Pool View
16 Cottage 2nd FL bath 2
16 Cottage 2nd-FL bath 4
16 Cottage 2nd-fl Bath
16 Cottage 2nd-FL BR 3.2
16 Cottage 2nd-FL BR 3.1
16 Cottage Bonus Room 2
16 Cottage Mudroom 1
16 Cottage Garage

Description

This stunning, expertly renovated home in an in-town, seaside neighborhood is a must see! Sited on a ½-acre lot with an in-ground swimming pool and partial views of Penobscot Bay from nearly every room, this light-filled 3-BR, 3-bath home features a modern open-concept floor plan that combines coastal elegance with energy efficient comfort. The spacious main level offers easy one-floor living and many amenities including a lovely primary BR with a vaulted ceiling, an adjoining full bath, a walk-in...This stunning, expertly renovated home in an in-town, seaside neighborhood is a must see! Sited on a ½-acre lot with an in-ground swimming pool and partial views of Penobscot Bay from nearly every room, this light-filled 3-BR, 3-bath home features a modern open-concept floor plan that combines coastal elegance with energy efficient comfort. The spacious main level offers easy one-floor living and many amenities including a lovely primary BR with a vaulted ceiling, an adjoining full bath, a walk-in closet, and A/C, and a sunlit living area with abundant windows and French doors that open onto a generously sized deck overlooking the 20' x 40' in-ground pool. The custom kitchen is equipped with quartz counter tops and a 9-foot island, premium stainless-steel appliances, three ovens, and a built-in wet bar/microwave station. The main floor also features a dining area, laundry facilities, a gracious front door foyer, a mudroom accessed from the attached 2-car garage, and a wonderful west-facing covered porch. Upstairs you'll find two delightful bedrooms, enormous walk-in closets, and a spa-like bathroom with a soaking tub and an over-sized custom tile shower. The basement level offers a large, versatile bonus room with walk-out access to the pool and a fenced-in backyard. The structural and systems upgrades to this remarkable home are extensive. A partial list includes new energy-efficient windows and exterior doors, a new high-efficiency heating and hot water system, new plumbing, new wood siding, upgraded gutters for both the house and garage, and a whole-house electrical update. The in-ground pool has a new salt-based chlorine system and pool cover. Seller will escrow funds at closing to pay for decommissioning of the pool if buyer so desires. Within walking distance of downtown Belfast and just a 2-minute walk to gentle public shore access, this is a luxurious home that feels like your own private oasis.
  1. Listed by Marjorie Crowley • CoastWise Realty

Property Details for 16 Cottage Street

Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyle
Contemporary
Garage Spaces
2.00
Garage
Yes
Zoning
Res-1
View
Scenic
LISTING UPDATED: 12/01/2025 08:53 AM

Property Details for 16 Cottage Street

StatusActive
MLS #1622641
Days on Market227
Taxes$13,624 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1950
Lot Size0.56 AC / 24,393 SF
CountyWaldo County

Location

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Building Information for 16 Cottage Street

Stories-Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size0.56 AC / 24,393 SF

Payment Calculator

$7,040 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,905

Property Taxes

$1,135

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 16 Cottage Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Penobscot Bay
  • Zip Code: 6747
  • Directions: Heading north on Route 1, take the exit for downtown Belfast on the right. Turn right at Condon St. and follow to Cottage St. on the left. The property is on the right.
  • Town: Belfast
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 04915
  • County: Waldo
  • Geo Latitude: 44.421082
  • Geo Longitude: -68.995499
  • Tax Lot: 41
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Location:Intown: Yes
  • Location:Near Public Beach: Yes
  • Location:Near Shopping: Yes
  • Location:Neighborhood: Yes
  • Transportation:Major Road Access: Yes
  • Transportation:Near Airport: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Oceanfront: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Public: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Inside Entrance
  • Attached Garage: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 4887
  • Tax Map Number: 036
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Parcel Number: BELF-000036-000000-000042
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $13,624.00
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Property
Green Features
  • Energy Efficiency:90% Efficient Furnace: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Energy Star Appliances: Yes
Heating and Cooling
  • Water Heater:Electric: Yes
  • Water Heater:Heat Pump: Yes
Lot Information
  • SqFt Finished Below Grade: 658.0
  • SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2158.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.56
  • Source of Acreage: Survey
  • Building Area Total: 2816.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.56
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 24393.6
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Street Number: 16
  • Property Information:Surveyed: Yes
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:# Rooms: 8.00
  • Property Information:Total Half Baths: 1.00
  • 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: 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
Property and Assessments
  • Leased Land: No
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Building Area Source: Appraiser
  • Year Built: 1950
Utilities
  • Electric: True
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
  • 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
  • Gas:Bottled: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • # Fireplaces: 0
  • Fireplace: No
  • Vehicle Storage:2 Car: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Auto Door Opener: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Direct Entry to Living: Yes
  • Roof: Metal, Shingle
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
Interior Features
  • Basement: Interior, Walk-Out Access, Finished, Full, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Composition
  • Interior Features: Walk-in Closets, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Bathtub, One-Floor Living, Pantry, Shower, Storage
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Zoned, Radiator, Hot Water, Heat Pump, Direct Vent Furnace, Baseboard
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Room Total: 8
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 3
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.10
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Quartz: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
Room 4
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 5
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Second
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Second
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Basement

Property History for 16 Cottage Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 11, 2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1622641

$1,345,500—
May 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1622641

$1,495,000—
Mar 4, 2025

Withdrawn

Maine Listings #1613210

$1,550,000—
Jan 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1613210

$1,600,000—
Feb 28, 2023

Sold

Maine Listings #1550024

$620,000—
Feb 3, 2023

Pending

Maine Listings #1550024

—
Feb 3, 2023

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1550024

—
Dec 21, 2022

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1550024

$550,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/11/2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1622641

$1,345,500
05/15/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1622641

$1,495,000
03/04/2025

Withdrawn

Maine Listings #1613210

$1,550,000
01/25/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1613210

$1,600,000
02/28/2023

Sold

Maine Listings #1550024

$620,000
02/03/2023

Pending

Maine Listings #1550024

—
02/03/2023

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1550024

—
12/21/2022

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1550024

$550,000

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Public Records for 16 Cottage Street

Taxable ValueLand$200,400Additions$361,400Total$561,800
Tax Record2024$8,652 ($721 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,209 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,209 SqFtStories2Lot Size24,394 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950CountyWALDOAPNBELF M:036 L:042

Schools near 16 Cottage Street

This home is within Regional School Unit 20.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Searsport Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Searsport District Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Searsport District High School
Public - 9 to 12
The School At Sweetser - Belfast
Private - 2 to 9
Rating
School
Distance
Searsport Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Searsport District Middle School
Public6 to 8

Searsport District High School
Public9 to 12

The School At Sweetser - Belfast
Private2 to 9

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More information about 16 Cottage Street, Belfast, ME 04915

16 Cottage Street is a single family home for sale in Belfast, ME 04915. This property was listed for sale on May 15, 2025 by CoastWise Realty, it's currently listed at $1,195,000. It has been on the market for a total of 227 days and was last sold on February 28, 2023. This listing's school district is Regional School Unit 20. Nearby schools include Searsport Elementary School, Searsport District Middle School and Searsport District High School. 16 Cottage Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,816 sqft single family home built in 1950.

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