5 Chestnut Street

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$729,000
3 beds1,900 sqft$384/sqft
5 Chestnut St, Vinalhaven, ME 04863
Est: $3,975/moGet pre-approved

Description

Built by Reuben Carver c.1790 and sold only a few years later to David Vinal, a member of one of Vinalhaven's founding families, this beautifully preserved center-chimney Cape offers a rare opportunity to own an important piece of the island's early history. Thoughtfully expanded around 1800, the home has been meticulously maintained by the current owners while preserving the warmth, craftsmanship, and character that define Maine's earliest homes. Inside, original architectural details remain remarkably...Built by Reuben Carver c.1790 and sold only a few years later to David Vinal, a member of one of Vinalhaven's founding families, this beautifully preserved center-chimney Cape offers a rare opportunity to own an important piece of the island's early history. Thoughtfully expanded around 1800, the home has been meticulously maintained by the current owners while preserving the warmth, craftsmanship, and character that define Maine's earliest homes. Inside, original architectural details remain remarkably intact, including fireplaces in both the living and dining rooms, original mantels and moldings, and wood floors. Modern improvements have been carefully integrated to provide year-round comfort, including thermo pane windows, a forced hot air heating system, updated electrical, and spray-foam insulation around the basement perimeter for improved energy efficiency. The home includes a flexible floor plan well suited for today's lifestyle, with a first-floor bedroom, two beautifully renovated bathrooms, a welcoming eat-in kitchen with a charming walk-in pantry and small wood stove, two second-floor bedrooms in the north wing, and two seasonal guest bedrooms within the original Cape. Equally remarkable is the property's expansive village lot--an uncommon size that provides privacy and room to enjoy established perennial gardens, mature landscaping, and generous open lawn. The grounds offer abundant space for gardening, recreation, or simply relaxing in a peaceful setting just moments from village amenities. Complementing the home is an impressive collection of outbuildings, including a substantial barn with an attached open woodshed, a classic 1½-story storage shed currently used as a studio, and an additional one-story shed, providing abundant space for hobbies, workshops, gardening equipment, and storage. The historic Vinal Homestead offers a rare blend of early New England architecture, modern comfort, impeccable care, and one of the most generous in-town lots
LISTING UPDATED: 07/08/2026 05:04 PM

  1. Listed by Kristine Davidson • Davidson Realty
    P: (207)-863-2200 C: (207)-863-2200 info@davidson-realty.com

Property Details for 5 Chestnut Street

Status
Active
MLS #
1670675
Days on Market
29
Taxes
$3,239 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1790
Lot Size
0.70 AC / 30,492 SF
County
Knox County
Architectural Style
Cape Cod, New Englander
View
Scenic
Has Waterfront
No
Waterfront Features
Nearby
Zoning
RM1

Location

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Building Information for 5 Chestnut Street

Stories-Year Built1790Building Size-Lot Size0.70 AC / 30,492 SF

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Property Information for 5 Chestnut Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Page: 288
  • Zoning Overlay: Yes
  • Directions: From the village center travel west and take a left on Chestnut Street. Walk through the white gate by the library. If driving, travel along Carver's Street and take a left on Lloyd's Lane. House is at the end of Lloyd's Lane.
  • Latitude: 43.634706
  • Longitude: -$70.27
  • Water Body Type: Ocean, Pond
  • Water Body Name: Carver's Pond
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: VINA-000023-000000-000024
  • Tax Lot: 24
  • Tax Book Number: 3061
  • Tax Map Number: 23
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,239.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces, Detached
  • Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Detached
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Has Garage: Yes
School Information
  • High School District: RSU 08/MSAD 08
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Town, Neighborhood, Level, Open Lot, Landscaped
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.7
  • Lot Size Area: 0.7
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 30492.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: false
  • Roads: Public
  • Tree Growth: false
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1900.0
  • Building Area Source: Seller
  • Building Area Total: 1900.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Surveyed: No
  • Year Built: 1790
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Block, Stone, Granite
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Clapboard, Wood Siding
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Barn(s)
  • Color: Red
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $383.68
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Bottled
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Roof: Fiberglass, Shingle
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Fence, Laundry - 1st Floor, Laundry - Hookup, Pantry, Shower
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Equipment: Internet Access Available
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Washer Hookup
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 2
  • Rooms Total: 11
  • Basement: Doghouse, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access, Partial, Unfinished
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Oil, Wood, Forced Air, Other, Wood Stove
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Pantry, Shower
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Amenities: Skylight
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Amenities: Wood Burning Fireplace, Formal
Family Room
  • Family Room: Family Room
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Amenities: Heat Stove, Eat-in Kitchen, Island, Pantry
  • Kitchen Countertop: Formica, Solid Surface
Laundry
  • Laundry Room: Laundry
  • Laundry Room Level: First
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Main Level, Washer Hookup
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Amenities: Wood Burning Fireplace
Office Room
  • Office: Office
  • Office Level: First
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 5 Chestnut Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1670675

$729,000—
Jun 26, 2026

Expired

Maine Listings #1628353

$749,000—
Jun 27, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1628353

$775,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/07/2026

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1670675

$729,000
06/26/2026

Expired

Maine Listings #1628353

$749,000
06/27/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1628353

$775,000

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

Public Records for 5 Chestnut Street

Taxable ValueLand$40,800Additions$200,900Total$241,700
Tax Record2025$3,239 ($270 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size30,492 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyKNOXAPNVINA M:023 L:024

Schools near 5 Chestnut Street

This home is within Regional School Unit 08 Msad 08.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Vinalhaven School
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Vinalhaven School
PublicPK to 12

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More information about 5 Chestnut Street, Vinalhaven, ME 04863

5 Chestnut Street is a single family home for sale in Vinalhaven, ME 04863. This property was listed for sale on July 7, 2026 by Davidson Realty, it's currently listed at $729,000. This listing's school district is Regional School Unit 08 Msad 08. Nearby schools include Vinalhaven School. 5 Chestnut Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,900 sqft single family home built in 1790.

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