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Last Sold Price
4 beds1,764 sqft
253 Harbor Rd, Swans Island, ME 04685
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.33 acresLot Size
1863Year Built
$112/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Plenty of character in this charming Victorian style home with wonderful harbor views. Currently a seasonal restaurant downstairs and living quarters up but can be either commercial or residential. Business also availablePlenty of character in this charming Victorian style home with wonderful harbor views. Currently a seasonal restaurant downstairs and living quarters up but can be either commercial or residential. Business also available
  • Listed by: Steven Shelton 207.667.7423 steve@acadiarealtygroup.com • Acadia Realty Group
Listing closed: 08/19/2016 12:00 AM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1145328

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$475,000

Avg days on market

45

Sale-to-list ratio

91.0%

Swans Island, ME

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Location

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Sold By The Davis Agency

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Property Information for 253 Harbor Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,950 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Style: Victorian
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: no zoning
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1863
  • Lot Size: 0.33 AC / 14,374 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Location: Rural
  • Page: 264
  • Directions: Take Ferry to the island then at the end of the Ferry road take right and follow to village. 253 on right
  • Latitude: 44.145357
  • Longitude: -$68.45
  • Island: Yes
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 25
  • Tax Book Number: 5271
  • Tax Map Number: 5
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,950.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
  • Vehicle Storage: 1 Car
  • Has Attached Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Rural
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.33
  • Lot Size Area: 0.33
  • Lot Size Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 14374.8
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage: false
  • Site: Level, Open, Well Landscaped
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1764.0
  • Building Area Total: 1764.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim w/Covenant
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1863
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Materials: Stone, Poured Concrete
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • Other Structures: Barn(s)
  • Color: Grey
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $112.24
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Oil
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: No Gas
  • Recreational Water: Nearby
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Well, Private
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Utilities On: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Roof: Fiberglass
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: Storage
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.5
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • # Half Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Basement: Dirt Floor, Full, Unfinished
  • Basement: Dirt Floor, Full, Unfinished
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Radiator, Hot Water, Forced Air, Baseboard
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Carpet
  • Interior Features: Storage
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Amenities: Dining Area
Family Room
  • Family Room: Family Room
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Amenities: Wood Burning Fireplace
Rental
Rent Information
  • Rental Allowed: true
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Property History for 253 Harbor Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 19, 2016

Sold

Maine Listings #1145328

$198,000
Apr 21, 2016

Pending

Maine Listings #1145328

Jul 10, 2014

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1145328

$249,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/19/2016

Sold

Maine Listings #1145328

$198,000
04/21/2016

Pending

Maine Listings #1145328

07/10/2014

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1145328

$249,000

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

Public Records for 253 Harbor Road

Taxable ValueLand$38,100Additions$153,600Total$191,700
Tax Record2025$3,153 ($263 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size13,068 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyHANCOCKAPNSWAD M:05 L:25

Schools near 253 Harbor Road

This home is within Msad 76.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Swans Island Elementary School
PublicK to 8

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