1749 Harpswell Islands Road

Closed 8/7/24
Closed 8/7/24
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Bedroom 2
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Bedroom 1
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Last Sold Price
$176,000
2 beds854 sqft$206/sqft
1749 Harpswell Islands Rd, Harpswell, ME 04066

Description

Builders, contractors, and real estate investors take notice! You will want to explore the possibilities that this circa 1940 cottage offers. Located in Harpswell on Orr's Island less than a mile from the historic Cribstone Bridge that leads to Bailey Island and land's end, this property is priced to consider the need for updating throughout. An iconic spot for a summer home, investment property, or a year-round home. All that vacationland has to offer is within reach: dining on the water; boating...Builders, contractors, and real estate investors take notice! You will want to explore the possibilities that this circa 1940 cottage offers. Located in Harpswell on Orr's Island less than a mile from the historic Cribstone Bridge that leads to Bailey Island and land's end, this property is priced to consider the need for updating throughout. An iconic spot for a summer home, investment property, or a year-round home. All that vacationland has to offer is within reach: dining on the water; boating along the rocky coast; and enjoying the many public walking trails, beaches, picnic areas that Harpswell offers. A rare opportunity! Cash only, or 'hard money' for investors.
LISTING CLOSED: 08/07/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Joseph Haggerty • Gallant Real Estate
    P: (207) 844-9423 C: (207) 844-9423 jhaggerty@gre207.com
  2. Listed by Kathleen Gallant • Gallant Real Estate
    P: (207) 841-7569 C: (207) 841-7569 kgallant@gre207.com

Property Details for 1749 Harpswell Islands Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
1596179
Days on Market
4
Taxes
$782 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1940
Lot Size
0.25 AC / 10,890 SF
County
Cumberland County
Architectural Style
Cottage
Style
Cottage
View
Scenic
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
INT

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$435,000

Avg days on market

16

Sale-to-list ratio

98.1%

Harpswell, ME

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1841 Harpswell Islands Road, Harpswell, ME 04066

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Building Information for 1749 Harpswell Islands Road

Stories-Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF

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Property Information for 1749 Harpswell Islands Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Seasonal
  • Location: Near Public Beach, Rural
  • Page: 292
  • Directions: GPS friendly. From downtown Brunswick Turn right onto ME-123 S/Harpswell Rd. in 6.1 m Turn left onto Mountain Rd. In 2.6 m Turn right onto ME-24 S/Harpswell Islands Rd. In 3.8 m the destination will be on the left. Park on the side of the road.
  • Latitude: 43.758855
  • Longitude: -$69.98
  • Water Body Type: Bay, Cove, Ocean
  • Water Body Name: Lowell Cove
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 90
  • Tax Book Number: 40372
  • Tax Map Number: 28
  • Tax Annual Amount: $782.02
Parking
  • Parking Features: No Driveway, 1 - 4 Spaces, Other
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
  • Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
School Information
  • High School District: RSU 75/MSAD 75
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Level, Near Public Beach, Rural
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Size Area: 0.25
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 10890.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: true
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Site: Level
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 854.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 854.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim
  • Surveyed: No
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1940
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Block, Granite
  • Foundation Materials: Block, Granite
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $204.92
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: K-1/Kerosene
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Bottled
  • Recreational Water: Nearby
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Well, Private
  • Water Heater: Electric
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: No Driveway, Other
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Laundry - 1st Floor
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dryer
  • Appliances Included: Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Other Description: Half walk out, Half crawl space
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Equipment: Other Equipment
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Other Equipment: Other Equipment
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access, Crawl Space, Other, Partial, Unfinished
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access, Crawl Space, Other, Partial, Unfinished
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom
Room Information
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Countertop: Other
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Property History for 1749 Harpswell Islands Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 7, 2024

Sold

Maine Listings #1596179

$176,000—
Jul 14, 2024

Pending

Maine Listings #1596179

—
Jul 9, 2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1596179

$175,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/07/2024

Sold

Maine Listings #1596179

$176,000
07/14/2024

Pending

Maine Listings #1596179

—
07/09/2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1596179

$175,000

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

Public Records for 1749 Harpswell Islands Road

Taxable ValueLand$71,800Additions$125,300Total$197,100
Tax Record2025$1,313 ($109 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt854 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt854 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt266 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,890 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940Year Renovated1940ZoningINTCountyCUMBERLANDAPNHARP M:028 L:090

Schools near 1749 Harpswell Islands Road

This home is within Regional School Unit 75 Msad 75.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Harpswell Community School
Public - K to 5
Mt Ararat Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Mt Ararat High School
Public - 9 to 12
Williams-Cone School
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1749 Harpswell Islands Road, Harpswell, ME 04066
$176,000
2
854
10,890
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–
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5,124
8,276
1751 Harpswell Islands Road, Harpswell, ME 04066
$845,830
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39,204
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$220,000
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