459 Main Rd

Islesboro, ME 04848

$350,000
Price
2
Beds
502 Sq. Ft.
$697 / Sq. Ft.
502
Sq. Ft.
$697
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Make summer memories at this seasonal cottage overlooking an expansive 1000+/- feet of waterfront along the East Penobscot Bay and with views extending towards Castine and Cape Rosier. The property includes a main cottage and a guest cottage that can also function as a boathouse. As if taken right off a sailing yacht, the open timber frame main cottage is efficient, comfortable, tastefully finished, and has the charm of being on a ship moored in a harbor. The galley kitchen offers ample storage and...Make summer memories at this seasonal cottage overlooking an expansive 1000+/- feet of waterfront along the East Penobscot Bay and with views extending towards Castine and Cape Rosier. The property includes a main cottage and a guest cottage that can also function as a boathouse. As if taken right off a sailing yacht, the open timber frame main cottage is efficient, comfortable, tastefully finished, and has the charm of being on a ship moored in a harbor. The galley kitchen offers ample storage and essential appliances for a summer feast. This sweet cottage also includes a living area, a bedroom with a closet, and a surprisingly roomy bathroom with a portable toilet. The waterside of the main cottage has floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors to maximize the view, no matter the forecast. The sleeping loft features a porthole window and a banister reminiscent of a ship's stern rail. The deck has plenty of space for outdoor living and storage for small watercraft, and it is accompanied by an outdoor shower with on-demand hot water. The guest cottage/boat house has a king-size Murphy-style bed, its own bathroom with a composting toilet, and a sliding barn door for launching and storing small boats. The kitchen sink and both bathroom sinks have manual foot pumps to provide water. The property is mostly rocky coastline, inviting you to explore and beachcomb. A place to relax and enjoy the Maine summer with simplicity. Nearby public walking trails extend the outdoor space for exploring nature.
  1. Listed by Virginia Hess • Cates Real Estate
    P: (401)-222-9583 C: (401)-222-9583 ginnie@catesre.com

Property Details for 459 Main Road

Architectural Style
Cottage
Style
Cottage
View
Scenic
Has Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Features
Boat Mooring, Waterfront Deep, Waterfront Tidal
Zoning
Residential
LISTING UPDATED: 06/16/2026 09:06 PM

Property Details for 459 Main Road

StatusActive
MLS #1660195
Days on Market56
Taxes$4,989 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1975
Lot Size0.69 AC / 30,056 SF
CountyWaldo County
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Location

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Building Information for 459 Main Road

Stories-Year Built1975Building Size-Lot Size0.69 AC / 30,056 SF

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$2,160 per month

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Principal and Interest

$1,744

Property Taxes

$416

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 459 Main Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Page: 109
  • Directions: GPS directions are correct. Sign on property.
  • Latitude: 44.313066
  • Longitude: -$68.90
  • Island: Yes
  • Water Frontage Owned: 1000.0
  • Source of Water Frontage: Public Records
  • Water Body Type: Bay, Cove, Harbor
  • Water Body Name: East Penobscot Bay
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: ISBR-000020-000000-000030
  • Tax Lot: 30
  • Tax Book Number: 4312
  • Tax Map Number: 20
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,989.00
Parking
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Rural, Other
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.69
  • Lot Size Area: 0.69
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 30056.4
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Other Source of Square Footage: Floorplans by Cubicasa App
  • Roads: Public
  • Road Frontage: 910.0
  • Site: Other Site
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 502.0
  • Building Area Source: Other
  • Building Area Total: 502.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1975
Building Features
  • Color: Black
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $697.21
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Bottled
  • Recreational Water: Boat Mooring, Waterfront Deep, Waterfront Tidal
  • Water Source: Private
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Appliances Included: Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • # Half Baths Level 1: 2
  • Rooms Total: 4
  • Basement: Not Applicable
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Compost Toilet, Shower
Room Information
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
Loft
  • Loft: Loft
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 459 Main Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 1, 2026

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1660195

$350,000—
Apr 28, 2026

Expired

Maine Listings #1624634

$395,000—
Oct 20, 2025

Withdrawn

Maine Listings #1624634

$395,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/01/2026

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1660195

$350,000
04/28/2026

Expired

Maine Listings #1624634

$395,000
10/20/2025

Withdrawn

Maine Listings #1624634

$395,000

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

Public Records for 459 Main Road

Taxable ValueLand$357,000Additions$34,300Total$391,300
Tax Record2025$4,989 ($416 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt400 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt400 SqFtStories1Lot Size22,651 SqFtYear Built1975CountyWALDOAPNISBR M:0020 L:0030

Schools near 459 Main Road

This home is within Islesboro Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Islesboro Central School
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Islesboro Central School
PublicK to 12

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More information about 459 Main Road, Islesboro, ME 04848

459 Main Road is a single family home for sale in Islesboro, ME 04848. This property was listed for sale on May 1, 2026 by Cates Real Estate, it's currently listed at $350,000. It has been on the market for a total of 56 days and was last sold on September 28, 2018. This listing's school district is Islesboro Public Schools. Nearby schools include Islesboro Central School. 459 Main Road is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 502 sqft single family home built in 1975.

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