20 S Bay Rd

13,111,560 / 301
Lot Size / Acres

Description

This waterfront and wooded lot has views of Hog Bay, Schoodic Mountain, potentially Mount Desert Island, along with approximately 1,338' of waterfront on Hog Bay. There are ledge outcrops, 600+/- feet of frontage on town maintained South Bay Road and a diverse forest make this a unique desirable kingdom lot. Also, could be a good lot to subdivide. Located in Hancock County in the town of Franklin, this tract is just a short drive to Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor and Ellsworth. This 301+/- acre...This waterfront and wooded lot has views of Hog Bay, Schoodic Mountain, potentially Mount Desert Island, along with approximately 1,338' of waterfront on Hog Bay. There are ledge outcrops, 600+/- feet of frontage on town maintained South Bay Road and a diverse forest make this a unique desirable kingdom lot. Also, could be a good lot to subdivide. Located in Hancock County in the town of Franklin, this tract is just a short drive to Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor and Ellsworth. This 301+/- acre lot provides plenty of space, trails, a beaver pond that attracts wildlife, some harvestable timber, and areas of well-established regeneration. Highest point on the
tract reaches 212' from a low point of approximately 10' above sea level across South Bay Road at Hog Bay. Hog Bay flows into Taunton Bay, Sullivan Bay and soon after Frenchman's Bay at Mount Desert Island and the Atlantic Ocean. Hog Bay is a recognized nesting area for migrating birds and attracts Bald Eagles and Osprey. Sullivan Bay contains the very scenic Sullivan Falls, a reversing falls produced by tidal currents between Taunton Bay and Sullivan Harbor known for great canoeing and kayaking. Taxes were $3,239 for 2023. Property is not in Tree Growth.
  1. Listed by John Colannino • AFM Real Estate
    P: (207)-266-7355 C: (207)-266-7355 John.Colannino@afmforest.com

Property Details for 20 South Bay Road

View
Scenic, Trees/Woods
Has Waterfront
Yes
Zoning
General Development
LISTING CLOSED: 08/12/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 20 South Bay Road

StatusClosed
MLS #1599703
Days on Market315
Taxes$3,239 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeLand
MLS TypeLand
Year Built-
Lot Size301.00 AC
CountyHancock County

Location

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Sold By Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group

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Building Information for 20 South Bay Road

Lot Size301.00 AC

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$3,574 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,304

Property Taxes

$270

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 20 South Bay Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Location: Rural
  • Page: 679
  • Zoning Overlay: Yes
  • Directions: From Ellsworth, take Route 1 north towards the town of Sullivan. Cross bridge over Taunton Bay and then turn left onto Taunton Bay Road. Follow Taunton Bay Road, which turns into South Bay Road at town line for 3.5 miles. Property is on the right side
  • Latitude: 44.570299
  • Longitude: -$68.23
  • Water Frontage Owned: 1338.0
  • Waterfront Amount: $1,338.00
  • Waterfront Other Source: Measured from Parcel Viewer/Tax Map
  • Water Body Type: Bay, Cove
  • Water Body Name: Hog Bay
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 20
  • Tax Book Number: 7233
  • Tax Map Number: 2
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,239.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: No Driveway
  • Parking: No Parking
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Right of Way, Wooded, Rural
  • Lot Size Acres: 301.0
  • Lot Size Area: 301.0
  • Lot Size Source: Seller
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1.311156E7
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Gravel, Public, Dirt
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
  • Road Front Other Source: Map measured
  • Road Frontage: true
  • Road Frontage: 2100.0
  • Source of Road Frontage: Other
  • Tree Growth: false
  • Site: Right of Way, Rolling/Sloping, Wooded
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Land
  • Deed: All
  • Deed Type Offered: Quit Claim w/Covenant
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions
Financial Information
  • List Price/Acre: $2,408.64
Utilities
  • Electric: No Electric
  • Gas: No Gas
  • Recreational Water: Deeded, Oceanfront, Waterfront Tidal
  • Sewer: Septic Needed
  • Water Source: Well Needed on Site
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Driveway: No Driveway
Rental
Rent Information
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Property History for 20 South Bay Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 12, 2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1599703

$650,000
Aug 5, 2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1599703

$725,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/12/2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1599703

$650,000
08/05/2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1599703

$725,000

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Schools near 20 South Bay Road

This home is within Regional School Unit 24.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mountain View School
PublicPK to 5

Sumner Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sumner Memorial High School
Public9 to 12

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