281 Atlantic Rd
Description
A ferry ride away from the everyday, this dreamy Swan's Island escape begins with a scenic drive past Acadia National Park and a departure from Bass Harbor, setting the tone for something truly special. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers peaceful island living with ocean views and includes a separate waterfront lot, where you could add a dock and enjoy boating as part of your lifestyle. Inside features warm pine wood floors, a newly installed bathroom (2025), and furnishings included,making it truly...A ferry ride away from the everyday, this dreamy Swan's Island escape begins with a scenic drive past Acadia National Park and a departure from Bass Harbor, setting the tone for something truly special. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers peaceful island living with ocean views and includes a separate waterfront lot, where you could add a dock and enjoy boating as part of your lifestyle. Inside features warm pine wood floors, a newly installed bathroom (2025), and furnishings included,making it truly move-in ready. A sun-soaked enclosed porch provides the perfect spot to relax and take in the quiet surroundings year-round. Outside, you'll find a greenhouse, beautiful perennials, and a storage shed. Both the home and shed had roofs replaced in 2019 for added peace of mind. Located just about a mile from the ferry terminal and five minutes from the local market and town office, this home offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience in a quaint island community. Your island dream starts here 🌊
- Listed by Katrina Meucci • NextHome Experience
Property Details for 281 Atlantic Road
Waterfront
Yes
ArchitecturalStyleNew Englander
GarageNo
ZoningResidential FF
ViewScenic
LISTING UPDATED: 04/13/2026 11:09 AM
Property Details for 281 Atlantic Road
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1657476 |
| Days on Market | 2 |
| Taxes | $2,066 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1940 |
| Lot Size | 1.00 AC / 43,560 SF |
| County | Hancock County |
Location
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Building Information for 281 Atlantic Road
Stories-Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF
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$2,096 per month
30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest
Principal and Interest
$1,924
Property Taxes
$172
HOA Dues
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1Property Information for 281 Atlantic Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Water Body Name: Atlantic Ocean
- Zip Code: 3306
- Directions: Take the Bass Harbor Ferry to Swan's Island. Upon arriving at the terminal, proceed to the end of Ferry Rd. and turn right onto Atlantic Road. Continue for approximately one mile,the property will be on your left at the corner of Atlantic Rd. and Birch Rd
- Town: Swans Island
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04685
- County: Hancock
- Geo Latitude: 44.170458
- Geo Longitude: -68.423061
- Tax Lot: 31/23
- Site:Corner Lot: Yes
- Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
- Location:Interior Lot: Yes
- Location:Near Public Beach: Yes
- Water Info:Waterfront Amount +: 50.00
- Water Info:Water Frontage Owned: 50.00
- Water Info:Water Frontage Shared: .00
- Source of Water Frontage:Deed: Yes
- Source of Water Frontage:Public Records: Yes
- Recreational Water:Beach Rights: Yes
- Recreational Water:Deeded: Yes
- Recreational Water:Oceanfront: Yes
- Construction: Stone2, Wood Frame
- Water View2: Yes
- Tree Growth YN2: false
Parking
- Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 6999
- Tax Map Number: 9
- Tax Year: 2025
- Parcel Number: 001550127
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $2,066.00
Property
Green Features
- HERS Certified: No
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Off Heating System: Yes
- Water Heater:Tank: Yes
- Heat Fuel: Electric, Oil
- Heat System: Baseboard, Hot Water
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2000.0
- Lot Size Acres: 1.0
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 2000.0
- Lot Size Area: 1.0
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 43560.0
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Street Number: 281
- Property Information:Surveyed: No
- Property Information:Seasonal: No
- Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
- Property Information:Deed: All
- Property Information:# Rooms: 6.00
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
- Property Information:Color: Brown
- Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: 1.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: 1.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 2: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Upper: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Upper: .00
Parking
- Driveway:Gravel: Yes
- Driveway: Gravel
Property and Assessments
- Leased Land: No
- Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
- Property Type Label: Residential
- Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
- Building Area Source: Seller
- Year Built: 1940
Utilities
- Electric: True
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
- Water Source: Well, Private
- Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
- Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
- Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
- Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
- Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
- Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
- Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
- Appliances Included:Other Appliances: Freezer
- Gas:Bottled: Yes
- Water Heater: Off Heating System, Tank
- Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Equipment: Internet Access Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- # Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:No Vehicle Storage: Yes
- Roof: Metal
- Other Structures: Outbuilding
- Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
- Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
- Patio and Porch Features: Deck
- Basement Entry: Exterior Only
Interior Features
- Basement: Dirt Floor, Unfinished
- Interior Features: Attic
- Cooling: None
- Heating: Hot Water, Baseboard
- Foundation Details: Stone, Pillar/Post/Pier
- Accessibility Features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
- Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
- Room Total: 6
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.00
- Cooling YN: No
- Heating YN: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop:Formica: Yes
- Furnished: Furnished
- Amenities: Attic, Laundry - 1st Floor
- Kitchen Countertop: Formica
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Level: Second
Room 2
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Second
Room 3
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Second
Room 4
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: First
Room 5
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: First
Room 6
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: First
Property History for 281 Atlantic Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 10, 2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1657476 | $382,000 | — |
| Jan 2, 2020 | Sold Maine Listings #1360986 | $129,000 | — |
| Oct 1, 2019 | Pending Maine Listings #1360986 | — | |
| Sep 28, 2019 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1360986 | — | |
| Jul 13, 2018 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1360986 | $155,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1657476 | $382,000 |
| 01/02/2020 | Sold Maine Listings #1360986 | $129,000 |
| 10/01/2019 | Pending Maine Listings #1360986 | — |
| 09/28/2019 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1360986 | — |
| 07/13/2018 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1360986 | $155,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 281 Atlantic Road
Taxable ValueLand$36,000Additions$89,600Total$125,600
Tax Record2025$2,066 ($172 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyHANCOCKAPNSWAD M:09 L:31
Schools near 281 Atlantic 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 |
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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