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Last Sold Price
15 beds13,200 sqft
188 Aldrich Rd, Islesboro, ME 04848
Single FamilyProperty Type
4.3 acresLot Size
1908Year Built
$568/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

For the first time in decades this prestigious incomparable estate is available. The elegance and phenomenally comfortable scale and feel of the house and grounds can not be overstated. The property has been immaculately improved and diligently maintained. All the living area rooms and bedrooms overlook Penobscot Bay. It is impossible to describe this property without featuring the irresistible and grand west-facing porch. The private west-facing deep water dock, the island water taxi, private charter...For the first time in decades this prestigious incomparable estate is available. The elegance and phenomenally comfortable scale and feel of the house and grounds can not be overstated. The property has been immaculately improved and diligently maintained. All the living area rooms and bedrooms overlook Penobscot Bay. It is impossible to describe this property without featuring the irresistible and grand west-facing porch. The private west-facing deep water dock, the island water taxi, private charter services, the municipal airport, or the Islesboro ferry provide options for access. The 4+ acres includes 800+ feet of shore frontage, a beach, heated in-ground pool, carriage house with 1 bedroom year round apartment, greenhouse, cultivated gardens, landscaping, 3 car garage, robust and blazing fast internet, and countless features and amenities. 738 Pendleton Point Road, 2 acres and the location of the private well and is included in this offering. A right of first refusal may be available to negotiate for Cove Cottage also at 188 Aldrich Road. This is a year round 3 bedroom 2 bath house with 2000 sq feet living area and includes the finest finishes and details; on 2.5 acres with tidal frontage.
Listing closed: 05/16/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1569095

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Median sold price

$430,000

Avg days on market

56

Sale-to-list ratio

93.5%

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Property Information for 188 Aldrich Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $52,038 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Waldo County
  • View: Mountain(s), Scenic
  • Has Waterfront: Yes
  • Zoning: Residential
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1908
  • Lot Size: 4.30 AC / 187,308 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Location: Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach
  • Page: 1957-189
  • Directions: Private. No drive-by.
  • Latitude: 44.250776
  • Longitude: -$68.92
  • Water Frontage Owned: 880.0
  • Source of Water Frontage: Seller, Survey
  • Waterfront Amount: $880.00
  • Water Body Type: Bay
  • Water Body Name: Penobscot Bay
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: ISBR-000008-000000-000018
  • Tax Lot: 18 & 13A
  • Tax Book Number: 3521-112
  • Tax Map Number: 9
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: $52,038.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: 21+ Spaces, Gravel, Detached
  • Parking: 21+ Spaces
  • Vehicle Storage: 3 Car, Detached
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Has Garage: Yes
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Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.3
  • Lot Size Area: 4.3
  • Lot Size Source: Survey
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 187308.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Other Source of Square Footage: Staff
  • Roads: Dead End, Gravel, Private Road, Dirt
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
  • Tree Growth: false
  • Site: Well Landscaped
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 13200.0
  • Building Area Total: 13200.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1908
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $643.94
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Oil
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Bottled
  • Recreational Water: Deeded, Dock, Waterfront Deep
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Well, Private
  • Water Heater: Tank
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Gravel
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Attic, Bathtub, Fire System, Laundry - 1st Floor, Other Amenities, Pantry, Pool-In Ground, Security System, Shower, Storage, Walk-in Closets, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher, Cooktop
  • Appliances Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 16
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 16.5
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 17
  • Bedrooms Total: 15
  • Fireplaces Total: 9
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 3
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 10
  • # Full Baths Level 3: 3
  • # Half Baths Level 1: 1
  • Rooms Total: 50
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Steam
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: Walk-in Closets, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Attic, Bathtub, Pantry, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
Room Information
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom 5: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom 5 Level: Second
Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom 6: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom 6 Level: Second
Bedroom 7
  • Bedroom 7: Bedroom 7
  • Bedroom 7 Level: Second
Bedroom 8
  • Bedroom 8: Bedroom 8
  • Bedroom 8 Level: Second
Bedroom 9
  • Bedroom 9: Bedroom 9
  • Bedroom 9 Level: Second
Bedroom 10
  • Bedroom 10: Bedroom 10
  • Bedroom 10 Level: Second
Bedroom 11
  • Bedroom 11: Bedroom 11
  • Bedroom 11 Level: Third
Bedroom 12
  • Bedroom 12: Bedroom 12
  • Bedroom 12 Level: Third
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room: Family Room
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Laundry
  • Laundry Room: Laundry
  • Laundry Room Level: First
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Library
  • Library: Library
  • Library Level: First
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living 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 188 Aldrich Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 16, 2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1569095

$7,500,000—
Jun 16, 2023

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1569095

$8,500,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/16/2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1569095

$7,500,000
06/16/2023

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1569095

$8,500,000

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

Public Records for 188 Aldrich Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,447,600Additions$3,634,500Total$5,082,100
Tax Record2025$64,797 ($5,400 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt12,708 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt12,708 SqFtStories6Lot Size299,693 SqFtYear Built1930Year Renovated1930CountyWALDOAPNISBR M:0009 L:0018

Schools near 188 Aldrich Road

This home is within Islesboro Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
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: 188 Aldrich Road, Islesboro, ME 04848
$7,500,000
15
13,200
187,308
–
3
2
1,757
156,380
$2,500,000
10
6,308
212,137
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–
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3,001
491,792
–
5
5.5
2,953
500,940
–
4
2
1,361
143,748

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