493 Main St

1,960 Sq. Ft.
$273 / Sq. Ft.
1,960
Sq. Ft.
$273
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 493 Main Street, a timeless Victorian in South Eliot blending preserved period charm with thoughtful restoration, ideally situated just minutes from Kittery and Portsmouth. The inviting interior features a living room with a cozy propane fireplace and custom mantle , and a family room thoughtfully redesigned with a window seat and custom bookcase. The heart of the home is the beautiful custom kitchen, boasting updated cabinets, countertops, and appliances in a smartly reconfigured layout...Welcome to 493 Main Street, a timeless Victorian in South Eliot blending preserved period charm with thoughtful restoration, ideally situated just minutes from Kittery and Portsmouth. The inviting interior features a living room with a cozy propane fireplace and custom mantle , and a family room thoughtfully redesigned with a window seat and custom bookcase. The heart of the home is the beautiful custom kitchen, boasting updated cabinets, countertops, and appliances in a smartly reconfigured layout that improves flow. New ceilings grace the main living areas, enhancing the bright, welcoming atmosphere. Upstairs you will find 3 generously sized bedrooms, an updated bath with a new tiled enclosure, and the large front bedroom with a custom corner bookcase and water views of Spinney Creek. The exterior has been updated with the finest quality new red cedar clapboards and shingles. A rebuilt front porch with period-style columns and a handsome brick walkway provide stunning curb appeal. The grounds feature a rear half-round deck , a rebuilt grape arbor, and lovely perennial gardens. All custom work was performed by a company specializing in period homes, ensuring quality and character throughout. This is a rare Seacoast gem ready for its next owners.
  1. Listed by Cameron Avery • Real Broker

Property Details for 493 Main Street

Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyle
Victorian
Garage Spaces
.00
Garage
No
Zoning
VD
View
Fields, Scenic
LISTING UPDATED: 02/20/2026 01:40 PM

Property Details for 493 Main Street

StatusClosed
MLS #1629884
Days on Market177
Taxes$4,452 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1903
Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,939 SF
CountyYork County

Location

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Sold By Pooley Realty Group

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Building Information for 493 Main Street

Stories-Year Built1903Building Size-Lot Size0.32 AC / 13,939 SF

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$2,978 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,607

Property Taxes

$371

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 493 Main Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water Body Name: Spinney Creek
  • Zip Code: 2290
  • Town: Eliot
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 03903
  • County: York
  • Geo Latitude: 43.102709
  • Geo Longitude: -70.776707
  • Tax Lot: 32
  • Site:Pasture/Field: Yes
  • Site:Rolling/Sloping: Yes
  • Location:Near Shopping: Yes
  • Location:Near Town: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
  • Attached Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 18705
  • Tax Map Number: 4
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Parcel Number: ELIO-000004-000032
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,452.05
Property
Heating and Cooling
  • Water Heater:Electric: Yes
Lot Information
  • SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1960.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.32
  • Source of Acreage: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1960.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.32
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 13939.2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Street Number: 493
  • Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Trustee
  • Property Information:Deed: All
  • Property Information:# Rooms: 8.00
  • Property Information:Total Half Baths: 1.00
  • Property Information:Color: Yellow
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: .00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: 1.00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: 1.00
  • 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:Gravel: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • 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: 1903
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Utilities:Utilities On: Yes
  • Gas:Bottled: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Clapboard, Wood Frame
  • # Fireplaces: 0
  • Fireplace: No
  • Vehicle Storage:No Vehicle Storage: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
Interior Features
  • Basement: Interior, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Attic
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Radiator
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Room Total: 8
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.10
  • Cooling YN: No
  • Heating YN: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 3
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Second
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Second
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Second
Room 8
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: Second

Property History for 493 Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 20, 2026

Sold

Maine Listings #1629884

$535,000
Jan 5, 2026

Pending

Maine Listings #1629884

Jan 3, 2026

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1629884

Dec 6, 2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1629884

$575,000
Sep 12, 2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1629884

$650,000
Aug 11, 2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1629884

$695,000
Jul 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1629884

$725,000
Jun 25, 2025

Withdrawn

Maine Listings #1620904

$799,500
May 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1620904

$825,000
Nov 30, 2024

Expired

Maine Listings #1603476

$825,000
Sep 12, 2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1603476

$825,000
Dec 31, 2011

Expired

Maine Listings #1010775

$529,900
Apr 28, 2011

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1010775

$529,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/20/2026

Sold

Maine Listings #1629884

$535,000
01/05/2026

Pending

Maine Listings #1629884

01/03/2026

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1629884

12/06/2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1629884

$575,000
09/12/2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1629884

$650,000
08/11/2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1629884

$695,000
07/10/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1629884

$725,000
06/25/2025

Withdrawn

Maine Listings #1620904

$799,500
05/01/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1620904

$825,000
11/30/2024

Expired

Maine Listings #1603476

$825,000
09/12/2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1603476

$825,000
12/31/2011

Expired

Maine Listings #1010775

$529,900
04/28/2011

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1010775

$529,900

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

Public Records for 493 Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$133,100Additions$267,600Total$400,700
Tax Record2024$4,748 ($396 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,960 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,960 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,044 SqFtStories2Lot Size14,080 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1903ZoningVDCountyYORKAPNELIO M:4 B:32 L:

Schools near 493 Main Street

This home is within Regional School Unit 35 Msad 35.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 3
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 4 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Eliot Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

Marshwood Middle School
Public6 to 8

Marshwood High School
Public9 to 12

Marshwood Great Works School
Public4 to 5

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