Last Sold Price
2 beds600 sqft$832/sqft
79 Drakes Island Rd, Wells, ME 04090

Description

This adorable cottage is the perfect seaside escape, offering front-facing marsh views across the street and a prime location just a short stroll from Drakes Island Beach. Inside you will find a warm and inviting knotty pine interior, giving the home that classic Maine cottage charm. With two cozy bedrooms and one bath, this is the perfect escape for beach lovers and nature enthusiasts alike... Step out onto the rear deck, where you can relax and enjoy the coastal breeze in a peaceful setting. Quaint...This adorable cottage is the perfect seaside escape, offering front-facing marsh views across the street and a prime location just a short stroll from Drakes Island Beach. Inside you will find a warm and inviting knotty pine interior, giving the home that classic Maine cottage charm. With two cozy bedrooms and one bath, this is the perfect escape for beach lovers and nature enthusiasts alike... Step out onto the rear deck, where you can relax and enjoy the coastal breeze in a peaceful setting. Quaint backyard area complete with a handy storage shed, provides additional space for outdoor activities and beach gear. Whether you're looking for a summer retreat or a weekend escape, this Drakes Island gem is full of charm and character, ready for you to make memories by the sea!
LISTING CLOSED: 07/11/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Heidi Maynard Corey Tracy • Pack Maynard and Associates
    P: (207) 967-3883 C: (207) 232-8780 ctracy@pmrealestate.com

Property Details for 79 Drakes Island Road

Status
MLS #
1615074
Days on Market
93
Taxes
$3,015 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1959
Lot Size
0.15 AC / 6,534 SF
Architectural Style
Cottage
Style
Cottage
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
RA

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$400,000

Avg days on market

27

Sale-to-list ratio

94.8%

Wells, ME

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Square Feet
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Acres
$430,000 | 82 Littlefield Road, Wells, ME 04090
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Location

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Building Information for 79 Drakes Island Road

Stories-Year Built1959Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,534 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,788 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,536

Property Taxes

$251

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 79 Drakes Island Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: No
  • Location: Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Town
  • Page: 911
  • Zoning Overlay: No
  • Directions: GPS Friendly.
  • Latitude: 43.334041
  • Longitude: -$70.57
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: WLLS-000144-000000-000025
  • Tax Lot: 25
  • Tax Book Number: 18196
  • Tax Map Number: 144
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,015.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
  • Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Town
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Size Area: 0.15
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6534.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Tree Growth: false
  • Site: Level, Open, Well Landscaped
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 600.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 600.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1959
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Color: White
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $831.67
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Oil
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: No Gas
  • Recreational Water: Nearby
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Off Heating System
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: One-Floor Living
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Electric Range
  • Appliances Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • Rooms Total: 4
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Only
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Basement Entry: Exterior Only
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Interior Features: One-Floor Living
Room Information
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 79 Drakes Island Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 11, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1905365616

$499,000
Jul 11, 2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1615074

$499,000
Feb 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1615074

$599,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/11/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1905365616

$499,000
07/11/2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1615074

$499,000
02/25/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1615074

$599,000

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

Public Records for 79 Drakes Island Road

Taxable ValueLand$384,740Additions$140,930Total$525,670
Tax Record2025$3,396 ($283 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt600 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt600 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,534 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1959Year Renovated1988ZoningRACountyYORKAPNWLLS M:144 L:25

Schools near 79 Drakes Island Road

This home is within Wells-Ogunquit Community School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Wells Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Wells Junior High School
Public5 to 8

Wells 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 79 Drakes Island Road, Wells, ME 04090
$499,000
2
600
6,534
$79,900
5,662
$79,900
5,662
3
1.5
1,740
6,534
3
3.5
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40,946
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1
1,600
9,148

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