Last Sold Price
5 beds1,616 sqft$464/sqft
6 S Colony Branch Rd, Harpswell, ME 04079

Description

A true Maine Summer Cottage that will melt your heart! For the first time, a cottage at the private Auburn Colony can be yours. Founded in 1876, this cherished community of 10 cottages holds it's place in the National Register of Historic Homes. 20 acres of fields & woods, endless meadows, overflowing with wildflowers & lupine. Grand, shingled cottages sit on the hill capturing the sunrises & sunsets of breezy, hot summer days. Row boats & kayaks along the shore, Tennis on the clay court, or lounging...A true Maine Summer Cottage that will melt your heart! For the first time, a cottage at the private Auburn Colony can be yours. Founded in 1876, this cherished community of 10 cottages holds it's place in the National Register of Historic Homes. 20 acres of fields & woods, endless meadows, overflowing with wildflowers & lupine. Grand, shingled cottages sit on the hill capturing the sunrises & sunsets of breezy, hot summer days. Row boats & kayaks along the shore, Tennis on the clay court, or lounging in the large pool soaking in the sunset that amazes you every evening! Sights & smells of years gone bye come to life in this charming, white shingled cottage. Positioned perfectly with long views facing east & west, this 5 bedroom gem will not disappoint. Endless bays of rippled windows, drench sunlight on original spruce floors. Whitewashed walls surround the rustic fireplace, used in late spring & early fall to extend the summer! A front porch for morning coffee or afternoon cocktails. Incredibly charming bedrooms with splashes of color, a balcony deck, elevated to capture the last rays before sunset. The Rec Hall and the Dining Hall, so grand on their own, come to life for celebrated events and community dinners. These are the memories you will create here. Timeless memories of long summer days on the salty coast of Maine. Excellent rental opportunity!
LISTING CLOSED: 08/04/2022 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Laurie Haggerty • Roxanne York Real Estate
    P: (207) 751-9094 C: (207) 751-9094 Haggertylaurie@gmail.com

Property Details for 6 South Colony Branch Road

Status
MLS #
1533628
Days on Market
4
Taxes
$1,789 / year
HOA Fees
$4,000 semi-annually
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1930
Lot Size
0.05 AC / 2,178 SF
Architectural Style
Shingle, Cottage
Furnished
Furnished
Style
Cottage, Shingle
Subdivision Name
Auburn-Harpswell Colony
View
Fields, Scenic
Has Waterfront
Yes
Zoning
shoreland Res

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$725,000

Avg days on market

51

Sale-to-list ratio

96.1%

Harpswell, ME

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Location

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Sold By Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

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Building Information for 6 South Colony Branch Road

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,178 SF

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$4,628 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,812

Property Taxes

$149

HOA Dues

$667

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Property Information for 6 South Colony Branch Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Location: Historic District, Near Public Beach, Neighborhood
  • Page: 259
  • Directions: Rt 123, left at tennis courts onto Auburn Colony Rd. Park on left facing swing sets. Private RD, NO drivebys. Showings by appointment only.
  • Latitude: 43.74594
  • Longitude: -$70.01
  • Transportation: Major Road Access
  • Water Frontage Shared: 875.0
  • Source of Water Frontage: Deed, Public Records
  • Waterfront Amount: $875.00
  • Water Body Type: Bay, Cove, Harbor, Ocean
  • Water Body Name: Ash Cove
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $4,000.00
  • Association: Yes
  • Tax Lot: 52
  • Tax Book Number: 33302
  • Tax Map Number: 18
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Association Fee Frequency: Semi-Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,789.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Common, On Site, Other, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
  • Parking: On Site, Other Parking, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
  • Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
Virtual Tour
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Pasture/Field, Open, Level, Historic District, Near Public Beach, Neighborhood
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Size Area: 0.05
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 2178.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Acreage Other Source: Shared 20 Acres
  • Roads: Association, Gravel, Private Road, Dirt
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
  • Site: Level, Open, Pasture/Field
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1616.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1616.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1930
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Foundation Materials: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
  • Color: White
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $448.64
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Electric, Wood
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: No Gas
  • Recreational Water: Deeded, Oceanfront, Waterfront Tidal
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
  • Water Source: Well, Private, Seasonal
  • Water Heater: Electric, On Demand, Tankless
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Clubhouse
  • Exterior: Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Common
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Clubhouse, Laundry - 1st Floor, One-Floor Living, Other Amenities, Pool-In Ground, Shower
  • Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer
  • Appliances Included: Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Equipment: Cable
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Other Equipment: Cable
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • Basement: Dirt Floor, Crawl Space, Exterior Only
  • Basement: Dirt Floor, Crawl Space
  • Basement Entry: Exterior Only
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Glass Enclosed, Porch
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, One-Floor Living, Other, Shower
Room Information
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 2: Closet
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 3: Closet
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 4: Closet
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom 5: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom 5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 5: Closet
Bonus Room
  • Bonus Room: Bonus Room
  • Bonus Room Level: Third
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Amenities: Wood Burning Fireplace
Sun Room
  • Sunroom: Sunroom
  • Sunroom Level: First
  • Sunroom Amenities: Three-Season
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 6 South Colony Branch Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 4, 2022

Sold

Maine Listings #1533628

$750,000
Jul 1, 2022

Pending

Maine Listings #1533628

Jun 22, 2022

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1533628

$725,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/04/2022

Sold

Maine Listings #1533628

$750,000
07/01/2022

Pending

Maine Listings #1533628

06/22/2022

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1533628

$725,000

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

Public Records for 6 South Colony Branch Road

Taxable ValueLand$110,100Additions$227,000Total$337,100
Tax Record2025$2,245 ($187 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,616 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,616 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,178 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930Year Renovated1930ZoningINTCountyCUMBERLANDAPNHARP M:018 L:052

Schools near 6 South Colony Branch Road

This home is within Regional School Unit 75 Msad 75.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Bowdoin Central School
PublicPK to 5

Mt Ararat Middle School
Public6 to 8

Mt Ararat High School
Public9 to 12

Bowdoinham Community School
PublicK to 5

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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