42 Back Shore Road

IMG_7745 (Copy)
IMG_7744 (Copy)
IMG_7730 (Copy)
IMG_7739 (Copy)
IMG_7731 (Copy)
IMG_7736 (Copy)
IMG_7799 (Copy)
IMG_7797 (Copy)
IMG_7793 (Copy)
IMG_7794 (Copy)
IMG_7748 (Copy)
IMG_7749 (Copy)
IMG_7750 (Copy)
IMG_7751 (Copy)
IMG_7769 (Copy)
IMG_7761 (Copy)
IMG_7772 (Copy)
IMG_7755 (Copy)
IMG_7753 (Copy)
IMG_7757 (Copy)
IMG_7763 (Copy)
IMG_7759 (Copy)
IMG_7767 (Copy)
IMG_7774 (Copy)
IMG_7777 (Copy)
IMG_7782 (Copy)
IMG_7784 (Copy)
IMG_7778 (Copy)
IMG_7786 (Copy)
IMG_7787 (Copy)
IMG_7790 (Copy)
IMG_7792 (Copy)
IMG_7788 (Copy)
AzRT8xsWDLcMZ8v6cmeSExhAGkyLytc8kF2ecbmV
IMG_7732 (Copy)
IMG_7733 (Copy)
IMG_7735 (Copy)
IMG_7737 (Copy)
IMG_7796 (Copy)
IMG_7740 (Copy)
IMG_7742 (Copy)
IMG_7743 (Copy)
IMG_7803 (Copy)
IMG_7804 (Copy)
IMG_7805 (Copy)
IMG_7806 (Copy)
IMG_7807 (Copy)
IMG_7809 (Copy)
IMG_7812 (Copy)
IMG_7801 (Copy)
IMG_7802 (Copy)
IMG_7800 (Copy)
Active
$1,000,000
Est: $5,921/moGet pre-approved
3 beds1,580 sqft

42 Back Shore Rd, Castine, ME 04421

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.5 acresLot Size
1973Year Built
$633/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Peregrine Cottage | Castine, Maine where your dreams come true.. Perched high on the shores of the Back Shore in historic Castine, this exceptional property offers a coastal Maine lifestyle defined by tranquility, rich maritime heritage, and sweeping water views. Situated on a scenic peninsula along the bay, the home places you at the heart of an area bordered by the peaceful Penobscot River estuary. The main level welcomes you with a light-filled, open-concept floor plan. The living room designed...Peregrine Cottage | Castine, Maine where your dreams come true.. Perched high on the shores of the Back Shore in historic Castine, this exceptional property offers a coastal Maine lifestyle defined by tranquility, rich maritime heritage, and sweeping water views. Situated on a scenic peninsula along the bay, the home places you at the heart of an area bordered by the peaceful Penobscot River estuary. The main level welcomes you with a light-filled, open-concept floor plan. The living room designed with cathedral ceilings and wrap-around windows framing picturesque vistas of the bay. The cook's kitchen features a seamless flow into the dining area, creating an ideal space for gathering and entertaining, complemented by a full bath on this level. Upstairs, the spacious sleeping loft provides views of the bay, generous room for multiple beds, and a convenient full bath. On the lower level, a finished space opens directly out to the, bay-side lawn and includes two comfortable bedrooms, a full bath, a laundry room, utility space, and owner's storage. Step outside to enjoy your private waterfront, where stairs lead down to a classic rocky Maine beach. When you are ready to explore, you are just a short distance down the road from a local beach and swimming pond. For recreation and leisure, the Castine Golf Club is just around the corner, alongside the scenic walking trails of the Blue Hill Land Trust. Experience the unmatched peace, natural beauty, and timeless charm of the Maine coast at Peregrine Cottage.
4 days on Market
  • Listed by: Patricia Quirk 207.944.3361 triciaquirk@eradawson.com • ERA Dawson-Bradford Co.
Last updated: 10/14/2026 04:30 PM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1683929
See It First™ on Compass

Find homes before they're listed on other real estate sites.

Start your search

Location

Listing Courtesy of ERA Dawson-Bradford Co.
Add your commute
Payment Calculator

Get preapproved with Rocket Mortgage1

$5,921 per month

30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,339

Property Taxes

$582

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.
Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes
Rocket Mortgage1

Property Information for 42 Back Shore Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $6,989 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Hancock County
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • View: Scenic
  • Has Waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Deeded, Oceanfront
  • Zoning: Shoreland

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1973
  • Lot Size: 0.50 AC / 21,780 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Page: 236-237
  • Latitude: 44.400212
  • Longitude: -$68.81
  • Transportation: Deep Water Access
  • Island: No
  • Water Frontage Owned: 100.0
  • Source of Water Frontage: Survey
  • Waterfront Amount: $100.00
  • Water Body Type: Bay, Ocean
  • Water Body Name: Penosbcot Bay - Atlantic Ocean
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: CAST-000002-000000-000006
  • Tax Lot: 006
  • Tax Book Number: 6086
  • Tax Map Number: 02
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,989.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site, Detached
  • Reserved Parking: No
  • Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Detached
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Has Garage: Yes

Property

Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Neighborhood, Level, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Landscaped
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.5
  • Lot Size Area: 0.5
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 21780.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: false
  • Roads: Association, Gravel
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Road Frontage: true
  • Road Frontage: 100.0
  • Source of Road Frontage: Survey
  • Tree Growth: false
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1580.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1580.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions
  • Year Built: 1973
Building Features
  • Levels: Tri-Level
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Color: Gray
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $632.91
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Bottled
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Private, Well
  • Water Heater: Off Heating System, Oil
  • Utilities On: Yes

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Interior Features
  • Accessibility Features: 32 - 36 Inch Doors
  • Amenities: Primary Bedroom w/Bath
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access, Daylight, Finished
  • # Full Baths Basement: 1.0
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Glassed-in Porch, Patio
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Oil, Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Primary Bedroom w/Bath

Room Information

Kitchen
  • Kitchen Countertop: Granite

Rental

Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Property History for 42 Back Shore Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 10, 2026

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1683929

$1,000,000
—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/10/2026

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1683929

$1,000,000

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

Public records

42 Back Shore Road

Beds

0

Lot Size

21,780 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

County

HANCOCK

APN

CAST M:02 L:006

Schools near 42 Back Shore Road

This home is within Castine Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Adams School
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Adams School
PublicPK 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.

Similar Homes

New listings in 04421

$5,975,000 | 118 Wescott Battery, Castine, ME 04421
1/43

$5,975,000

2
Bedrooms
8,196
Square Feet
40.3
Acres

118 Wescott Battery, Castine, ME 04421

$498,000 | 684 The Shore Road, Castine, ME 04421
1/36

$498,000

2
Bedrooms
1,500
Square Feet
1.95
Acres

684 The Shore Road, Castine, ME 04421

$499,000 | 1026 Castine Road, Castine, ME 04421
1/52

$499,000

4
Bedrooms
1,770
Square Feet
2
Acres

1026 Castine Road, Castine, ME 04421

Explore Nearby Homes

More information about 42 Back Shore Road, Castine, ME 04421

42 Back Shore Road is a single family home for sale in Castine, ME 04421. This property was listed for sale on October 10, 2026 by ERA Dawson-Bradford Co., it's currently listed at $1,000,000. This listing's school district is Castine Public Schools. Nearby schools include Adams School. 42 Back Shore Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,580 sqft single family home built in 1973.

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of any information, descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified through appropriate means, including, but not limited to, in person inspection and public records, and Compass International Holdings, its subsidiaries, affiliates and independently owned and operated franchisees, and their affiliated agents and associated third parties expressly disclaim any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the seller's discretion. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Subject to change at any time. Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties make no guarantee, warranty or representation regarding the accuracy of any waterfront feature, water view or waterfront view.

Listing Courtesy of ERA Dawson-Bradford Co.

Listing data is derived in whole or in part from the Maine IDX and is for consumers' personal, noncommercial use only. Dimensions are approximate and not guaranteed. All data should be independently verified. © 2026 Maine Real Estate Information System, Inc. All Rights Reserved.