Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds2,235 sqft$268/sqft
1689 Harpswell Islands Rd, Harpswell, ME 04066
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.75 acresLot Size
1930Year Built
$268/sq ftPrice per sq ft
8 carsParking Spaces

Description

Quintessential Island Living with Endless Possibilities - 1689 Harpswell Islands Road, Orr's Island, ME
Nestled in the heart of Orr's Island village, this rare and versatile property offers a unique blend of historic charm, coastal character, and exceptional functionality across three distinct buildings. The centerpiece is an updated 1930 Craftsman style home featuring 3 bedrooms, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, a sunroom, and seasonal views of tranquil Beals Cove. Thoughtfully modernized while preserving
...Quintessential Island Living with Endless Possibilities - 1689 Harpswell Islands Road, Orr's Island, ME

Nestled in the heart of Orr's Island village, this rare and versatile property offers a unique blend of historic charm, coastal character, and exceptional functionality across three distinct buildings. The centerpiece is an updated 1930 Craftsman style home featuring 3 bedrooms, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, a sunroom, and seasonal views of tranquil Beals Cove. Thoughtfully modernized while preserving its timeless appeal, this home exudes warmth and comfort in every room. Just steps away, a picture-perfect 2-bedroom (formal bedroom & loft) cottage adds flexibility for guests, rental income, or multigenerational living. With its own fireplace and inviting layout, the cottage is as charming as it is practical. For hobbyists, entrepreneurs, or collectors, the massive barn is a dream come true. Whether you're a car collector, boating enthusiast, or contractor looking to work from home, this space offers incredible potential with ample room for tools, toys, or a workshop setup. Set on a beautifully sited parcel in the walkable village center, you're mere moments from the beach, library, post office, restaurants, and the island's beloved candy store. Whether you're seeking a serene coastal lifestyle, a live-work opportunity, or a multigenerational retreat, 1689 Harpswell Islands Road delivers it all.
  • Listed by: Bruce Davis 207.798.9595 bruce.davis@evrealestate.com • Engel & Volkers Casco Bay
Listing closed: 01/05/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1629282

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$700,000

Avg days on market

47

Sale-to-list ratio

88.3%

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Location

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Property Information for 1689 Harpswell Islands Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,285 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod, Cottage, Bungalow, New Englander
  • Style: Bungalow, Cape Cod, Cottage, New Englander
  • View: Scenic
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: Res
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Lot Size: 0.75 AC / 32,670 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Seasonal
  • Location: Interior Lot, Rural, Suburban
  • Page: 0320
  • Latitude: 43.761929
  • Longitude: -$69.98
  • Water Body Type: Cove, Ocean
  • Water Body Name: Beals Cove
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 72
  • Tax Book Number: 33167
  • Tax Map Number: 30
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,285.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Storage Above, Heated, Auto Door Opener, 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel, Common, Detached
  • Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces
  • Vehicle Storage: 4+ Car, Auto Door Opener, Detached, Heated, Storage Above
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 8.0
  • Has Garage: Yes
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Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Right of Way, Interior Lot, Rural, Suburban
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.75
  • Lot Size Area: 0.75
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 32670.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: true
  • Other Source of Square Footage: combined sq ft of 2 buildings
  • Roads: Dead End, Gravel, Dirt
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
  • Road Frontage: true
  • Road Frontage: 160.0
  • Source of Road Frontage: Public Records
  • Tree Growth: false
  • Site: Level, Open, Right of Way, Well Landscaped
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2235.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2235.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1930
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Foundation Materials: Block
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Vinyl Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Color: white
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $268.01
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Electric, Gas Bottled
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Bottled
  • Recreational Water: Nearby, Public
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Well, Private
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Utilities On: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Clapboard, Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Common, Gravel
Interior Features
  • Amenities: Bathtub, In-Law Apartment, 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 Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.5
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Equipment: Satellite Dish, Internet Access Available, Generator, Cable
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish, Internet Access Available, Generator, Cable
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • # Half Baths Level 1: 1
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • Basement: Interior, Dirt Floor, Crawl Space, Sump Pump, Doghouse, Unfinished
  • Basement: Dirt Floor, Crawl Space, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Basement Entry: Doghouse, Interior
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Direct Vent Heater, Baseboard
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Features: In-Law Apartment, Bathtub, Shower, Storage
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second
  • Primary Bedroom Amenities: Closet
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Amenities: Closet
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 2: Closet
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Countertop: Formica
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Amenities: Gas Fireplace
Mud Room
  • Mud Room: Mud Room
  • Mud Room Level: First
Sun Room
  • Sunroom: Sunroom
  • Sunroom Level: First
Office Room
  • Office: Office
  • Office Level: First
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 1689 Harpswell Islands Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 5, 2026

Sold

Maine Listings #1629282

$599,000
Nov 20, 2025

Pending

Maine Listings #1629282

Jul 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1629282

$725,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/05/2026

Sold

Maine Listings #1629282

$599,000
11/20/2025

Pending

Maine Listings #1629282

07/04/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1629282

$725,000

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

Public Records for 1689 Harpswell Islands Road

Taxable ValueLand$93,100Additions$266,200Total$359,300
Tax Record2023$2,192 ($183 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,587 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,587 SqFtStories2Lot Size32,670 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1865ZoningINTCountyCUMBERLANDAPNHARP M:030 L:072Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1689 Harpswell Islands Road

This home is within Regional School Unit 75 Msad 75.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Harpswell Community School
PublicK to 5

Mt Ararat Middle School
Public6 to 8

Mt Ararat High School
Public9 to 12

Williams-Cone School
PublicPK to 5

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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