1,860 Sq. Ft.
$349 / Sq. Ft.
1,860
Sq. Ft.
$349
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming seaside cottage within walking distance to the ferry so you are able to walk on the ferry instead of taking your car when needed. Only two bedrooms but plenty of room with a double wing layout keeping the primary bedroom on one end with sitting area and the guest bedroom on the other with two different sets of stairs. Large living area with fireplace and central dining. Large kitchen with a sitting room on the west side where you can enjoy incredible sunsets or from the large deck on the...Charming seaside cottage within walking distance to the ferry so you are able to walk on the ferry instead of taking your car when needed. Only two bedrooms but plenty of room with a double wing layout keeping the primary bedroom on one end with sitting area and the guest bedroom on the other with two different sets of stairs. Large living area with fireplace and central dining. Large kitchen with a sitting room on the west side where you can enjoy incredible sunsets or from the large deck on the ocean side where you own 190' of ocean frontage on Mackeral Cove. Beautiful views out over the harbor and mooring field by the ferry where you can moor your boat out front and keep your dingy on the town dock. Mostly furnished and turnkey
  1. Listed by Steven Shelton • Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
  2. Listed by Robert McKenney • Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group

Property Details for 55 Ferry Road

Waterfront
Yes
ArchitecturalStyle
Cape Cod, New Englander
Garage Spaces
.00
Garage
No
Zoning
shoreland
View
Scenic
LISTING UPDATED: 05/01/2026 02:13 PM

Property Details for 55 Ferry Road

StatusActive
MLS #1660181
Days on Market3
Taxes$4,361 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1930
Lot Size0.90 AC / 39,204 SF
CountyHancock County

Location

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Building Information for 55 Ferry Road

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.90 AC / 39,204 SF

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$3,631 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,268

Property Taxes

$363

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 55 Ferry Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water Body Name: Mackeral Cove
  • Zip Code: 3107
  • Directions: From Bass Harbor take the State Ferry to Swans Island. Once on the island the home is on the left on the ferry road
  • Town: Swans Island
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 04685
  • County: Hancock
  • Geo Latitude: 44.178162
  • Geo Longitude: -68.419157
  • Tax Lot: 18-A
  • Site:Rolling/Sloping: Yes
  • Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
  • Location:Rural: Yes
  • Transportation:Deep Water Access: Yes
  • Water Info:Waterfront Amount +: 190.00
  • Water Info:Water Frontage Owned: 190.00
  • Water Info:Water Frontage Shared: .00
  • Source of Water Frontage:Public Records: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Oceanfront: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Waterfront Deep: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Waterfront Tidal: Yes
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Water View2: Yes
  • Tree Growth YN2: false
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 2811
  • Tax Map Number: 13
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Parcel Number: 001550248
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,361.00
  • Restrictions:No Restrictions: Yes
School Information
  • School District: MSAD 76
Property
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Heating and Cooling
  • Water Heater:Off Heating System: Yes
  • Heat Fuel: Oil, Wood2
  • Heat System: Baseboard, Hot Water, Multi-Zones
Lot Information
  • SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1860.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.9
  • Source of Acreage: Deed
  • Building Area Total: 1860.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.9
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 39204.0
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Street Number: 55
  • Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim w/Covenant
  • Property Information:Deed: All
  • Property Information:2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
  • Property Information:# Rooms: 7.00
  • Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
  • Property Information:Color: white
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
  • 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: 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
  • Driveway: Gravel
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: Measured (ANSI)
  • Year Built: 1930
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Well, Private
  • Other Equipment: Generator, Cable
  • 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
  • Utilities:Utilities On: Yes
  • Gas:Bottled: Yes
  • Water Heater: Off Heating System
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Equipment: Cable, Generator
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
  • # Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:No Vehicle Storage: Yes
  • Roof: Fiberglass, Shingle
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Patio: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
  • Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Basement Entry: Exterior Only
Interior Features
  • Basement: Crawl Space, None, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Wood, Carpet
  • Interior Features: Pantry, Shower
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Zoned, Hot Water, Baseboard
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Accessibility Features: Level Entry
  • Room Total: 7
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.00
  • Cooling YN: No
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Solid Surface: Yes
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Amenities: Pantry, Shower
  • Kitchen Countertop: Solid Surface
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Second
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Second
Room 3
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Level: First
Room 4
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 5
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
Room 6
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 7
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Room Level: Second

Property History for 55 Ferry Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1660181

$649,000
Dec 31, 2025

Expired

Maine Listings #1625996

$675,000
Jun 7, 2025

Expired

Maine Listings #1602619

$749,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/25/2026

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1660181

$649,000
12/31/2025

Expired

Maine Listings #1625996

$675,000
06/07/2025

Expired

Maine Listings #1602619

$749,000

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Public Records for 55 Ferry Road

Taxable ValueLand$102,600Additions$162,500Total$265,100
Tax Record2025$4,361 ($363 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size87,120 SqFtCountyHANCOCKAPNSWAD M:13 L:18-A

Schools near 55 Ferry Road

This home is within Msad 76.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Swans Island Elementary School
PublicK to 8

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55 Ferry Road is a single family home for sale in Swans Island, ME 04685. This property was listed for sale on April 25, 2026 by Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group, it's currently listed at $649,000. This listing's school district is Msad 76. Nearby schools include Swans Island Elementary School. 55 Ferry Road is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,860 sqft single family home built in 1930.

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