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1 bed528 sqft
79 Canns Beach Rd, Owls Head, ME 04854
Est: $3,443/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.11 acresLot Size
1975Year Built
$1,089/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Perched on scenic Ash Point on Canns Beach Road, this charming rustic cottage offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Maine's Midcoast. This cozy 528± square-foot seasonal retreat sits on a .11-acre lot and captures stunning ocean views that create the perfect backdrop for relaxing mornings and unforgettable sunsets. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway, a vacation rental investment, or a place to unplug and reconnect with nature, this cottage is full of coastal charm and...Perched on scenic Ash Point on Canns Beach Road, this charming rustic cottage offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Maine's Midcoast. This cozy 528± square-foot seasonal retreat sits on a .11-acre lot and captures stunning ocean views that create the perfect backdrop for relaxing mornings and unforgettable sunsets. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway, a vacation rental investment, or a place to unplug and reconnect with nature, this cottage is full of coastal charm and potential. Spend your days watching lobster boats pass by, enjoying the refreshing ocean breeze, or exploring the area's picturesque shoreline. Beach lovers will appreciate the nearby coastal destinations, including Crockett's Beach, Crescent Beach, Birch Point Beach, and the shoreline at Owls Head State Park, all offering opportunities for swimming, beachcombing, kayaking, and taking in Maine's natural beauty. Ash Point Preserve is also nearby, featuring scenic walking trails and dramatic granite shoreline vistas overlooking Penobscot Bay. Located just 10 minutes from downtown Rockland, you'll enjoy easy access to award-winning restaurants, waterfront cafés, art galleries, the Farnsworth Art Museum, grocery stores, medical facilities, boutique shopping, marinas, festivals, and ferry service to the islands. With its combination of tranquility and convenience, this inviting coastal cottage is the perfect place to experience the very best of Midcoast Maine.
49 days on Market
  • Listed by: Samuel Schmonsees 617.633.4336 sschmonsees@jaretcohn.com • RE/MAX JARET & COHN
Last updated: 09/11/2026 11:56 AM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1675985

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Property Information for 79 Canns Beach Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,476 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Knox County
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • View: Scenic
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Waterfront Features: Oceanfront
  • Zoning: Rural Res/Shoreland
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Lot Size: 0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Yes
  • Page: 248
  • Directions: Route 73 to N Shore Drive. Turn onto Ash Point Drive and continue to Canns Beach Road. GPS accurate.
  • Latitude: 44.05382
  • Longitude: -$69.08
  • Water Body Type: Ocean
  • Water Body Name: Atlantic Ocean
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: OWLS-000004-000000-000006
  • Tax Lot: 6
  • Tax Book Number: 3218
  • Tax Map Number: 4
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,475.80
Parking
  • Parking Features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces
  • Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Near Public Beach, Near Town, Level, Open Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Area: 0.11
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4791.6
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Tree Growth: false
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 528.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 528.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Trustee
  • Surveyed: No
  • Year Built: 1975
Building Features
  • Levels: One
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Wood Siding
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $1,089.02
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: No Gas
  • Sewer: Holding Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Water Heater: Electric
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 1
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • Rooms Total: 4
  • Basement: Not Applicable
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Electric, Baseboard
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
Room Information
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
Other Room 1
  • Other Room 1: Other Room 1
  • Other Room 1 Level: First
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 79 Canns Beach Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 11, 2026

Price Change

Maine Listings #1675985

$575,000—
Aug 12, 2026

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1675985

$599,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/11/2026

Price Change

Maine Listings #1675985

$575,000
08/12/2026

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1675985

$599,000

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

Public Records for 79 Canns Beach Road

Taxable ValueLand$400,900Additions$85,600Total$486,500
Tax Record2025$4,476 ($373 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1Total Finished SqFt528 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt528 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,792 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1975Year Renovated1975ZoningRACountyKNOXAPNOWLS M:004 L:006

Schools near 79 Canns Beach Road

This home is within Regional School Unit 13.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ash Point Community School
PublicPK to 5

Oceanside Middle School
Public6 to 8

Oceanside High School
Public9 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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79 Canns Beach Road is a single family home for sale in Owls Head, ME 04854. This property was listed for sale on August 12, 2026 by RE/MAX JARET & COHN, it's currently listed at $575,000. This listing's school district is Regional School Unit 13. Nearby schools include Ash Point Community School, Oceanside Middle School and Oceanside High School. 79 Canns Beach Road is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 528 sqft single family home built in 1975.

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