40 Whaleback Road
Closed 7/22/19
Closed 7/22/19
Description
If you like ocean views which you can widen to your liking, privacy on this 3/4+/- lightly wooded lot sitting near other substantial properties, wide, sunny wrap-around decking - this 2168 sq, ft year-round home may be for you. It is upside down but for a good reason. The views are maximized with the master bedroom/bath and primary living space opening onto the decking on the 2nd floor that allow those views. The first level has 2 bedrooms, a ''den'', a generous laundry room and, of course, a full...If you like ocean views which you can widen to your liking, privacy on this 3/4+/- lightly wooded lot sitting near other substantial properties, wide, sunny wrap-around decking - this 2168 sq, ft year-round home may be for you. It is upside down but for a good reason. The views are maximized with the master bedroom/bath and primary living space opening onto the decking on the 2nd floor that allow those views. The first level has 2 bedrooms, a ''den'', a generous laundry room and, of course, a full bath From the road, the surprises and spaces you will find inside, not to mention the views and potentially increased views, are not what you would expect. But aren't surprises fun! Take a look at this 15+/- year old home. It's worth your time.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/22/2019 12:00 AM
- Listed by Raymond Goodhue Jr. • Port Island RealtyP: (207)-766-5966 C: (207)-671-3199 kirk@PortIsland.com
Property Details for 40 Whaleback Road
Status
MLS #
1415107
Days on Market
19
Taxes
$10,682 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
2005
Lot Size
0.73 AC / 31,798 SF
County
Architectural Style
Other
Style
Other
Subdivision Name
Peaks Island
View
Scenic
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
IR-1
Location
Listing Courtesy of Port Island Realty
Sold By Harborview Properties, Inc.
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Building Information for 40 Whaleback Road
Stories-Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size0.73 AC / 31,798 SF
Payment Calculator
$4,214 per month
30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest
Principal and Interest
$3,324
Property Taxes
$890
HOA Dues
$0
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1Property Information for 40 Whaleback Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- Water View: Yes
- Location: Rural
- Page: 313
- Zoning Overlay: No
- Directions: Right off Welch St. onto Island Ave. Take 2nd right onto Whitehead going to bottom of hill where it becomes Seashore Ave as you turn the corner. Take second right and follow Seashore to 4th road which is Whaleback Turn left and home is 2nd on left.
- Latitude: 43.660721
- Longitude: -$70.18
- Transportation: Deep Water Access
- Island: Yes
- Water Body Type: Ocean
- Water Body Name: Atlantic Ocean
Taxes and HOA
- Association: No
- Parcel Number: PTLD-000089-000000-H005001
- Tax Lot: 5
- Tax Block: H
- Tax Book Number: 3439
- Tax Map Number: 89
- Tax Year: 2018
- Tax Annual Amount: $10,682.00
Parking
- Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
- Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
- Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
- Has Attached Garage: No
- Has Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
- Lot Features: Rural
- Lot Size Acres: 0.73
- Lot Size Area: 0.73
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Size Square Feet: 31798.8
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Roads: Gravel, Public, Dirt
- Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
- Site: Other Site
Property and Assessments
- Above Grade Finished Area: 2168.0
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 2168.0
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- Surveyed: Yes
- Restrictions: No Restrictions
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Year Built: 2005
Building Features
- Levels: Multi-Level
- Levels: Multi-Level
- Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Foundation Materials: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
- Color: Brown
Financial Information
- List Price/SqFt: $308.58
Green Features
- HERS Certified: No
Utilities
- Heat Fuel: Oil
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: No Gas
- Recreational Water: Common, Nearby, Public
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water Source: Well, Private
- Water Heater: Off Heating System
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior: Clapboard, Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
- Driveway: Gravel
Interior Features
- Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Laundry - 1st Floor, Laundry - Hookup, Shower, Walk-in Closets, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dishwasher
- Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.5
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level, Washer Hookup
- # Full Baths Level 1: 1
- # Full Baths Level 2: 1
- # Half Baths Level 2: 1
- Rooms Total: 7
- Basement: Walk-Out Access, Dirt Floor, Crawl Space, Daylight, Full, Unfinished
- Basement: Dirt Floor, Walk-Out Access, Crawl Space, Daylight, Full, Unfinished
- Has Fireplace: No
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck
- Has Cooling: No
- Heating: Zoned, Hot Water, Baseboard
- Has Heating: Yes
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Interior Features: Walk-in Closets, 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Shower, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
Room Information
Kitchen
- Kitchen Countertop: Formica
Laundry
- Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Rental
Rent Information
- Land Lease: No
- Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Property History for 40 Whaleback Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 2019 | Sold Maine Listings #1415107 | $654,000 | — |
| Jun 6, 2019 | Pending Maine Listings #1415107 | — | |
| May 15, 2019 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1415107 | $669,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2019 | Sold Maine Listings #1415107 | $654,000 |
| 06/06/2019 | Pending Maine Listings #1415107 | — |
| 05/15/2019 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1415107 | $669,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 40 Whaleback Road
Taxable ValueLand$537,700Additions$533,200Total$1,070,900
Tax Record2025$12,829 ($1,069 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,168 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,168 SqFtStories2Lot Size31,777 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005Year Renovated2005CountyCUMBERLANDAPNPTLD M:089 B:H005001
Schools near 40 Whaleback Road
This home is within Portland Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Peaks Island School PublicPK to 5 | ||
King Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Portland High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Deering High School Public9 to 12 |
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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