8 Sterling St

Ellsworth, ME 04605

$499,000
Price
4
Beds
1,608 Sq. Ft.
$310 / Sq. Ft.
1,608
Sq. Ft.
$310
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

This 1920's Bungalow is a treasure. Though it has had many very tasteful updates,it retains that feeling of solidity and craftsmanship for which this style is so valued. The current owner has added a great many windows, flooding the home with natural light. The kitchen is a great example of this and is a welcoming space with excellent lighting,, unique built-in seating which doubles as storage, a sweet window seat, handsome tile flooring and lots and lots of windows ! Any serious cook will appreciate...This 1920's Bungalow is a treasure. Though it has had many very tasteful updates,it retains that feeling of solidity and craftsmanship for which this style is so valued. The current owner has added a great many windows, flooding the home with natural light. The kitchen is a great example of this and is a welcoming space with excellent lighting,, unique built-in seating which doubles as storage, a sweet window seat, handsome tile flooring and lots and lots of windows ! Any serious cook will appreciate the smart layout and functionality of this kitchen. Step into the expansive living room and experience its impressive openness. And once again, so many lovely windows. A stately, two flue fireplace anchors one end of the space, while a graceful staircase enhances the other. Along the north facing window wall, built-in seating offers both generous seating and a touch of elegance. This great room is perfect for entertaining and offers many options: dining , gatherings for family and friends,and could be ideal for dancing ! Also on the first floor is a versatile bedroom, currently used as an office, along with with an adjoining bathroom and a laundry room for added convenience. Upstairs features several more attractive bedrooms, all sizable (with one adorable exception), all charming - with generous closets and a fresh airy atmosphere. The upstairs bathroom includes a full tub and is easily accessible from all the bedrooms. This exceptional home is located within easy walking distance of: the Elementary School, Knowlton Park - beloved by kids, the Moore Community Center, Leonard Lake and downtown Ellsworth with its excellent library, restaurants and shops. Ellsworth is a vibrant community and the scenic Union River runs through it with a beautiful River Walk. Also, Ellsworth is the gateway to Mount Desert Island and all of its attractions and natural magnificence. Come visit this exceptional home and ... see for yourself what a real gem it is
  1. Listed by Ann Seyffer • Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group

Property Details for 8 Sterling Street

Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyle
Bungalow
Garage Spaces
1.00
Garage
Yes
Zoning
RES
LISTING UPDATED: 11/26/2025 12:00 PM

Property Details for 8 Sterling Street

StatusActive
MLS #1627978
Days on Market212
Taxes$3,000 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1928
Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,632 SF
CountyHancock County

Location

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Building Information for 8 Sterling Street

Stories-Year Built1928Building Size-Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,632 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,682 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,432

Property Taxes

$250

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8 Sterling Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Zip Code: 1838
  • Directions: From downtown Ellworth head up State St. hill, immediately after grocery store on lef turn left onto Sterling St. ... first house on left.
  • Town: Ellsworth
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 04605
  • County: Hancock
  • Geo Latitude: 44.545813
  • Geo Longitude: -68.426646
  • Tax Lot: 089
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Site:Rolling/Sloping: Yes
  • Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
  • Location:Intown: Yes
  • Location:Near Shopping: Yes
  • Location:Neighborhood: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Detached
  • Attached Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 5134
  • Tax Map Number: 136
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Parcel Number: ELLH-000136-000089
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,000.00
Property
Green Features
  • Energy Efficiency:Double Pane Windows: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Storm Doors: Yes
Heating and Cooling
  • Water Heater:Electric: Yes
Lot Information
  • SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1608.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.29
  • Source of Acreage: Seller
  • Building Area Total: 1608.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.29
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 12632.4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Street Number: 8
  • Property Information:Surveyed: Yes
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:# Rooms: 7.00
  • Property Information:Acreage Other Source: Surveyor TBD
  • Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
  • Property Information:Color: Grey
  • 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:Paved: 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: Appraiser
  • Year Built: 1928
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable
  • Appliances Included:Cooktop: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Wall Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Gas:No Gas: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Clapboard, Wood Frame
  • # Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:1 Car: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Detached: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
Interior Features
  • Basement: Interior, Partial, Bulkhead, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Shower, Storage
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Baseboard
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier, Concrete Perimeter
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Room Total: 7
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.00
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Formica: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: First
Room 4
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: First
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Second
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Second
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Second

Property History for 8 Sterling Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 5, 2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1627978

$499,000—
Jun 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1627978

$550,000—
Jan 29, 2009

Sold

Maine Listings #887350

$157,000—
Jan 2, 2009

Pending

Maine Listings #887350

—
Jan 2, 2009

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #887350

—
Apr 16, 2008

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #887350

$189,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/05/2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1627978

$499,000
06/20/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1627978

$550,000
01/29/2009

Sold

Maine Listings #887350

$157,000
01/02/2009

Pending

Maine Listings #887350

—
01/02/2009

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #887350

—
04/16/2008

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #887350

$189,000

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

Public Records for 8 Sterling Street

Taxable ValueLand$38,040Additions$158,880Total$196,920
Tax Record2024$3,436 ($286 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,509 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,509 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt924 SqFtLot Size12,632 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1928ZoningDTCountyHANCOCKAPNELLH M:136 B:089 L:000 U:000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8 Sterling Street

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

Sumner Memorial High School
Public9 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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More information about 8 Sterling Street, Ellsworth, ME 04605

8 Sterling Street is a single family home for sale in Ellsworth, ME 04605. This property was listed for sale on June 20, 2025 by Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group, it's currently listed at $499,000. It has been on the market for a total of 212 days and was last sold on January 29, 2009. This listing's school district is Regional School Unit 24. Nearby schools include Sumner Middle School, Sumner Memorial High School and Acadia Christian School. 8 Sterling Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 1,608 sqft single family home built in 1928.

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