Active Under Contract
Active Under Contract
Description
Located just steps away from one of Southern Maine's most beautiful beaches, Drakes Island offers the warmth of a small beach community with the peacefulness of coastal living. ''Saccarappa,'' an original Drakes Island cottage built in1906 meaning ''the falling toward the rising sun'', has been thoughtfully renovated and is now on the market, ready for new owners to make their mark. This unique coastal find offers 2,221 square feet of living space with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, separate living...Located just steps away from one of Southern Maine's most beautiful beaches, Drakes Island offers the warmth of a small beach community with the peacefulness of coastal living. ''Saccarappa,'' an original Drakes Island cottage built in1906 meaning ''the falling toward the rising sun'', has been thoughtfully renovated and is now on the market, ready for new owners to make their mark. This unique coastal find offers 2,221 square feet of living space with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, separate living and family rooms with 2 fireplaces, an inviting dining area, and a third-floor loft. The brand-new kitchen boasts quartz countertops, all new cabinetry, an oversized island, hidden office area, and modern appliances including a beverage refrigerator. It's an ideal home for gatherings, simple relaxation, or quiet retreats. The house blends modern updates including six mini-split units for heating and cooling with classic character-rich wood floors, a welcoming front porch, a spacious back patio, and an oversized shed surrounded by mature gardens and landscaping. ''Saccarappa'' is move-in ready with many furnishings included. Take a bike ride up to the Community House for a summertime packed with activities: tennis, basketball, pickleball, a 5K road race, Fourth of July parade, children's day camps and craft nights. Become part of this charming community!
- Listed by Jennifer Kerr • Pack Maynard and Associates
Property Details for 478 Drakes Island Road
Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyleShingle, Cottage
Garage Spaces.00
GarageNo
ZoningRD
ViewScenic
Subdivision NameDrakes Island Improvement Association
LISTING UPDATED: 05/11/2026 11:47 AM
Property Details for 478 Drakes Island Road
| Status | Active Under Contract |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1658445 |
| Days on Market | 21 |
| Taxes | $10,623 / year |
| HOA Fees | $200 / year |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1906 |
| Lot Size | 0.16 AC / 6,969 SF |
| County | York County |
Location
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Building Information for 478 Drakes Island Road
Stories-Year Built1906Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,969 SF
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$10,345 per month
30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest
Principal and Interest
$9,443
Property Taxes
$885
HOA Dues
$17
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1Property Information for 478 Drakes Island Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Zip Code: 4464
- Directions: Route 1 to Drakes Island Road. 478 is 5th house on left before you get to the beach
- Town: Wells
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04090
- County: York
- Geo Latitude: 43.325288
- Geo Longitude: -70.55218
- Tax Lot: 030
- Site:Level: Yes
- Site:Right of Way: Yes
- Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
- Location:Near Golf Course: Yes
- Location:Near Public Beach: Yes
- Location:Near Shopping: Yes
- Location:Neighborhood: Yes
- Transportation:Major Road Access: Yes
- Transportation:Near Airport: Yes
- Transportation:Public Transport Access: Yes
- Transportation:Rail Available: Yes
- Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
- Recreational Water:Public: Yes
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Road Frontage: true
- Water View2: No
- Tree Growth YN2: false
Parking
- Parking Features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 18776
- Tax Map Number: 0142
- Tax Year: 2025
- Parcel Number: WLLS-000142-000000-000030
- Location Information:Association Y/N: Yes
- Tax Annual Amount: $10,623.00
- Restrictions:No Restrictions: Yes
Property
Green Features
- Energy Efficiency:Double Pane Windows: Yes
- HERS Certified: No
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Electric: Yes
- Heat Fuel: Electric
- Heat System: Heat Pump, Hot Water
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2221.0
- Lot Size Acres: 0.16
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 2221.0
- Lot Size Area: 0.16
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 6969.6
- Bedrooms Total: 4
- Bathrooms Full: 3
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Street Number: 478
- Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
- Property Information:Seasonal: No
- Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
- Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Trustee
- Property Information:Deed: All
- Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
- Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
- Property Information:2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
- Property Information:# Rooms: 8.00
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
- Property Information:Color: Grey
- Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:Source of Road Frontage: Public Records
- 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: 2.00
- 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:Paved: Yes
- Driveway: Paved2
Property and Assessments
- Sign on Property: Yes
- Leased Land: No
- Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
- Property Type Label: Residential
- Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1906
Utilities
- Electric: True
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
- Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
- Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
- Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
- Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
- Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
- Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
- Appliances Included:Other Appliances: Beverage Refrigerator
- Gas:No Gas: Yes
- Water Heater: Electric2
- Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Equipment: Internet Access Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Shingle Siding
- # Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:No Vehicle Storage: Yes
- Roof: Composition
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
- Patio and Porch Features:Patio: Yes
- Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
- Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
- Patio and Porch Features: Patio, Porch
- Basement Entry: Exterior Only
Interior Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Interior Features: Walk-in Closets, 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Shower, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Cooling: Heat Pump
- Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Hot Water
- Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
- Laundry Features: Upper Level
- Room Total: 8
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 3
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 3.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 3.00
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Heating YN: Yes
- Levels: Multi-Level
- Kitchen Countertop:Quartz: Yes
- Furnished: Partially
- Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Fence, Laundry - 2nd Floor, Primary Bedroom wBath, Shower, Walk-in Closets
- Kitchen Countertop: Quartz
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: Bedroom 4
- Room Level: First
Room 5
- Room Type: Den
- Room Level: First
Room 6
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: First
Room 7
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: First
Room 8
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: First
Property History for 478 Drakes Island Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 11, 2026 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1658445 | — | |
| Apr 20, 2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1658445 | $1,895,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/11/2026 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1658445 | — |
| 04/20/2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1658445 | $1,895,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 478 Drakes Island Road
Taxable ValueLand$1,244,880Additions$399,560Total$1,644,440
Tax Record2025$10,623 ($885 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,221 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,221 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,970 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1906Year Renovated1988ZoningRDCountyYORKAPNWLLS M:142 L:30Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 478 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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