Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds1,944 sqft
437 Drakes Island Rd, Wells, ME 04090
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.22 acresLot Size
2002Year Built
$466/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Nestled in one of the most picturesque neighborhoods of coastal Maine, this Drakes Island Colonial is only steps from the sandy beach, the gentle sea breeze and the Atlantic Ocean. Meticulously cared for, the home enjoys a double lot, offering an added sense of privacy and ample yard space plus generous parking. Soak up all the Maine sunshine on the oversized back deck and let all of your worries melt away or linger on the enclosed front porch on a rainy day. The open-concept first-floor design is...Nestled in one of the most picturesque neighborhoods of coastal Maine, this Drakes Island Colonial is only steps from the sandy beach, the gentle sea breeze and the Atlantic Ocean. Meticulously cared for, the home enjoys a double lot, offering an added sense of privacy and ample yard space plus generous parking. Soak up all the Maine sunshine on the oversized back deck and let all of your worries melt away or linger on the enclosed front porch on a rainy day. The open-concept first-floor design is perfect for vacation gatherings or every day year-round living. With a primary bedroom on the first floor, your guests can use any of the four upstairs bedrooms and have plenty of privacy. Enjoy all that Drakes Island has to offer including the Drakes Island Improvement Association only 2/10 of a mile away. With a total of five bedrooms and three bathrooms, this would make a great rental property!
  • Listed by: Virginia Whitney 207.451.3093 Ginny@GinnyWhitney.com • Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
  • Listed by: Jan Kovarik 207.641.7064 jkovarik@legacysir.com • Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Listing closed: 05/13/2021 12:00 AM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1485483

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$950,000

Avg days on market

44

Sale-to-list ratio

93.8%

Wells, ME

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Location

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Property Information for 437 Drakes Island Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,945 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: York County
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Style: Colonial
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: Res D
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Lot Size: 0.22 AC / 9,583 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: No
  • Location: Near Public Beach, Neighborhood
  • Page: 266
  • Zoning Overlay: Yes
  • Directions: Rte. 1 to east on Drakes Island Rd to 437 Drakes Island Rd. Property on right about 1.5 blocks from beach.
  • Latitude: 43.326028
  • Longitude: -$70.55
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: WLLS-000141-000000-000003
  • Tax Lot: 3
  • Tax Book Number: 11469
  • Tax Map Number: 141
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,944.99
Parking
  • Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Paved, Off Street
  • Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces, Off Street
  • Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Open, Level, Near Public Beach, Neighborhood
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.22
  • Lot Size Area: 0.22
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 9583.2
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Site: Level, Open
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1944.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1944.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Trustee
  • Construction: Other
  • Structure Type: Modular
  • Structure Type: Modular
  • Year Built: 2002
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Other
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Color: Yellow
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $460.39
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Propane
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Bottled
  • Recreational Water: Nearby, Public, Waterfront Tidal
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Electric
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub, Fence, Laundry - 1st Floor, Shower
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Equipment: Generator
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 2
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Sump Pump, Bulkhead, Exterior Only, Unfinished
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Basement Entry: Bulkhead, Exterior Only
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Glass Enclosed
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Hot Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub, Shower
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Length: 12.66
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First
  • Primary Bedroom Width: 12.0
  • Primary Bedroom Amenities: Closet
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Length: 12.75
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Width: 11.0
  • Bedroom Amenities 2: Closet
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Length: 15.58
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Width: 10.42
  • Bedroom Amenities 3: Closet
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Length: 12.75
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Width: 10.58
  • Bedroom Amenities 4: Closet
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom 5: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom 5 Length: 15.17
  • Bedroom 5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 5 Width: 10.42
  • Bedroom Amenities 5: Closet
Den
  • Den: Den
  • Den Length: 12.75
  • Den Level: First
  • Den Width: 8.83
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Length: 13.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 15.83
  • Kitchen Amenities: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen Countertop: Formica
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Length: 13.5
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Width: 15.83
  • Living Room Amenities: Informal
Other Room 1
  • Other Room 1: Other Room 1
  • Other Room 1 Length: 33.42
  • Other Room 1 Level: First
  • Other Room 1 Width: 7.66
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 437 Drakes Island Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 13, 2021

Sold

Maine Listings #1485483

$905,000
Mar 29, 2021

Pending

Maine Listings #1485483

Mar 18, 2021

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1485483

$895,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/13/2021

Sold

Maine Listings #1485483

$905,000
03/29/2021

Pending

Maine Listings #1485483

03/18/2021

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1485483

$895,000

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

Public Records for 437 Drakes Island Road

Taxable ValueLand$798,960Additions$354,180Total$1,153,140
Tax Record2025$7,449 ($621 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,944 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,944 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt972 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,583 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2002Year Renovated2002ZoningRDCountyYORKAPNWLLS M:141 L:3

Schools near 437 Drakes Island Road

This home is within Wells-Ogunquit Community School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Wells Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Wells Junior High School
Public5 to 8

Wells 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 437 Drakes Island Road, Wells, ME 04090
$905,000
5
1,944
9,583
4
1.5
2,356
11,761
$517,000
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