50 Church St

$1,875,000
Price
4
Beds
4,066 Sq. Ft.
$461 / Sq. Ft.
4,066
Sq. Ft.
$461
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Sanctuary on Church and Steamy Buddha Café and Studio, THE central hub for Downeast Maine's wellness needs, are looking for new stewards. Located in downtown Ellsworth and just twenty minutes from Acadia National Park, Sanctuary on Church resides in a beautifully restored turn of the century Victorian with a tiered staircase, original stained glass, and a unique turret design with curved windows. Three common areas plus a shared kitchen, welcome guests upon arrival and six established practitioners...Sanctuary on Church and Steamy Buddha Café and Studio, THE central hub for Downeast Maine's wellness needs, are looking for new stewards. Located in downtown Ellsworth and just twenty minutes from Acadia National Park, Sanctuary on Church resides in a beautifully restored turn of the century Victorian with a tiered staircase, original stained glass, and a unique turret design with curved windows. Three common areas plus a shared kitchen, welcome guests upon arrival and six established practitioners see their clients in private, warm and inviting spaces with carved fireplaces, gorgeous lighting and pocket doors. Built in 2019 by E. L. Shea, the 2,957 square foot Steamy Buddha is home to a state-of-the-art studio offering a variety of workshops, yoga, movement and dance classes with softer conducive floors from Zebra Athletics and includes a heating and ventilation system designed for all types of yoga and outer/ inner environment needs. There are two separate changing areas, each with two showers, built-in cubbies, plus a large reception area. The café has a fully outfitted commercial kitchen and seats 22 inside with additional seating outside on the terrace overlooking the pretty, park-like grounds. Situated on 1.26 acres with over 20 plus parking spaces on eco-friendly Geopavers, the property hosts special events including weddings, retreats and workshops for kids and adults alike. Incredible opportunity to be the next owner of this beloved institution with room for growth in many directions.
  1. Listed by Kristi Jacoby • Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 50 Church Street

Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyle
Victorian
Garage
No
Zoning
DT
LISTING UPDATED: 10/15/2025 10:17 AM

Property Details for 50 Church Street

StatusActive
MLS #1640457
Days on Market85
Taxes$12,170 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1903
Lot Size1.26 AC / 54,885 SF
CountyHancock County

Location

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Building Information for 50 Church Street

Stories-Year Built1903Building Size-Lot Size1.26 AC / 54,885 SF

Payment Calculator

$10,279 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,265

Property Taxes

$1,014

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 50 Church Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zip Code: 1905
  • Directions: Go west on Church Street, one block from the primary intersection of Main Street and High Street (Rte. 1)
  • Town: Ellsworth
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 04605
  • County: Hancock
  • Geo Latitude: 44.544251
  • Geo Longitude: -68.422041
  • Tax Lot: 166
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
  • Site:Wooded: Yes
  • Location:Business District: Yes
  • Location:Intown: Yes
  • Location:Near Shopping: Yes
  • Transportation:Major Road Access: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Features: 21+ Spaces, Gravel
  • Attached Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 6904
  • Tax Map Number: 136
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Parcel Number: ELLH-000136-000166
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $12,170.00
Property
Green Features
  • Green Features:Air Exchanger: Yes
Heating and Cooling
  • Water Heater:On Demand: Yes
  • Water Heater:Tankless: Yes
Lot Information
  • SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • SqFt Finished Above Grade: 4066.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.26
  • Source of Acreage: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 4066.0
  • Lot Size Area: 1.26
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 54885.6
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Street Number: 50
  • Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Deed: All
  • Property Information:2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: Yes
  • Property Information:# Rooms: 11.00
  • Property Information:Total Half Baths: 1.00
  • 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: .00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: 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: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
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
  • Appliances Included:Cooktop: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Gas:Bottled: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
  • # Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:No Vehicle Storage: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
Interior Features
  • Basement: Interior, Full
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Zoned, Hot Water, Forced Air, Baseboard
  • Foundation Details: Granite
  • Room Total: 11
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 3
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.10
  • Cooling YN: No
  • Heating YN: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Second
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Second
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Second
Room 5
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 6
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
Room 7
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Third
Room 8
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 9
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Level: First
Room 10
  • Room Type: Sunroom
  • Room Level: First
Room 11
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Room Level: First

Property History for 50 Church Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1641354

$1,875,000
Oct 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1640457

$1,875,000
Sep 1, 2016

Sold

Maine Listings #1244120

$290,000
Jul 12, 2016

Pending

Maine Listings #1244120

Jul 12, 2016

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1244120

Nov 11, 2015

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1244120

$394,000
Feb 15, 2013

Sold

Maine Listings #1019179

$285,000
Dec 4, 2012

Pending

Maine Listings #1019179

Dec 3, 2012

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1019179

Jun 20, 2011

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1019179

$425,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/09/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1641354

$1,875,000
10/09/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1640457

$1,875,000
09/01/2016

Sold

Maine Listings #1244120

$290,000
07/12/2016

Pending

Maine Listings #1244120

07/12/2016

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1244120

11/11/2015

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1244120

$394,000
02/15/2013

Sold

Maine Listings #1019179

$285,000
12/04/2012

Pending

Maine Listings #1019179

12/03/2012

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1019179

06/20/2011

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1019179

$425,000

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Public Records for 50 Church Street

Taxable ValueLand$55,920Additions$641,520Total$697,440
Tax Record2024$12,170 ($1,014 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,796 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,796 SqFtLot Size54,886 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1903ZoningDTCountyHANCOCKAPNELLH M:136 B:166 L:000 U:000

Schools near 50 Church Street

This home is within Regional School Unit 24.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 12
Private - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Sumner Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sumner Memorial High School
Public9 to 12

Graham Lake School
PrivatePK to 12

Acadia Christian School
PrivatePK 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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50 Church Street is a single family home for sale in Ellsworth, ME 04605. This property was listed for sale on October 9, 2025 by Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $1,875,000. It has been on the market for a total of 85 days and was last sold on September 1, 2016. This listing's school district is Regional School Unit 24. Nearby schools include Sumner Middle School, Sumner Memorial High School and Graham Lake School. 50 Church Street is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 4,066 sqft single family home built in 1903.

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