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Seller's Agent in 2025
Nicole Emery
Camden Coast Real Estate
(207) 975-4855
52 Total Sales
1159 Main Rd Islesboro, ME 04848
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,680
Sq Ft
17.19
Acres
Highlights
- 732 Feet of Waterfront
- Public Beach
- Property Near A Cove
- Islesboro Central School Rated 9+
- Country Club
- Island Location
About This Home
As of November 2022The Bluff House is a gracious 19th Century Greek Revival ship captain's house, completely restored, and set high on the north end of the island with inviting views over its nearly 18 private and mostly wooded acres with trails leading to over 700 feet of sandy beach on the eastern shore of Islesboro.
As the back of this stately home opens to a sprawling lawn with the views over tree tops east to Penobscot Bay, the Bluff House's privacy, quiet neighborhood, and bucolic feel beckon a time long ago. Set up island, this home is in close proximity to the island's community center, places of interest, and activities.
With up to 5 bedrooms including a first floor primary suite, 3 baths, completely remodeled kitchen and butler's pantry, living room, dining room, library, study, and sunroom, the Bluff House's' architectural elements echo an age of simplicity and elegance, while its systems and structures have been fully updated during thoughtful and meticulous renovation creating a distinguished, historic home of notable character with modern convenience, including a two car garage, 10kw generator, and high speed internet.
A perfect island home ready for year round living or seasonal retreat.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 06/16/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,117
Year Built
- Built in 1830
Lot Details
- 17.19 Acre Lot
- 732 Feet of Waterfront
- Ocean Front
- Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
- Public Beach
- Near Conservation Area
- Rural Setting
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Gravel Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Water
- Scenic Vista
- Woods
Home Design
- Greek Revival Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,680 Sq Ft Home
- Furnished
- Built-In Features
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Library
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Bedroom Suite
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Shower Only
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Partial Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
- Dirt Floor
Outdoor Features
- Property Near A Cove
- Deck
Location
- Property is near a golf course
- Island Location
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Zoned Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Heating System Uses Wood
- Power Generator
- Private Water Source
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Septic System
- Private Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 20 / 20
- Assessor Parcel Number ISBR-000030-000000-000020
Community Details
Recreation
- Country Club
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Community Storage Space
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 17, 2015
Sold by
Marshall E Veach Inc
Bought by
Price Richard A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 22, 2008
Sold by
Pratt John T and Pratt Jane S
Bought by
Marhsall E Veach Inc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
6.43%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $53,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Open | $720,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $320,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $275,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/12/2025 09/12/25 | Price Changed | $824,000 | -1.2% | $307 / Sq Ft |
| 08/29/2025 08/29/25 | Price Changed | $834,000 | -1.2% | $311 / Sq Ft |
| 08/20/2025 08/20/25 | Price Changed | $844,000 | -1.2% | $315 / Sq Ft |
| 08/06/2025 08/06/25 | Price Changed | $854,000 | -1.2% | $319 / Sq Ft |
| 07/22/2025 07/22/25 | Price Changed | $864,000 | -2.3% | $322 / Sq Ft |
| 05/20/2025 05/20/25 | Price Changed | $884,000 | -1.7% | $330 / Sq Ft |
| 03/29/2025 03/29/25 | For Sale | $899,000 | -0.1% | $335 / Sq Ft |
| 11/02/2022 11/02/22 | Sold | $900,000 | -4.8% | $336 / Sq Ft |
| 06/16/2022 06/16/22 | For Sale | $945,000 | +136.3% | $353 / Sq Ft |
| 12/16/2020 12/16/20 | Sold | $400,000 | -19.2% | $149 / Sq Ft |
| 10/27/2020 10/27/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/01/2019 11/01/19 | For Sale | $495,000 | +37.5% | $184 / Sq Ft |
| 09/18/2017 09/18/17 | Sold | $360,000 | -16.3% | $134 / Sq Ft |
| 07/28/2017 07/28/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/11/2017 02/11/17 | For Sale | $430,000 | -- | $160 / Sq Ft |
Source: Maine Listings
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,536 | $885,400 | $595,500 | $289,900 |
| 2023 | $9,739 | $885,400 | $595,500 | $289,900 |
| 2022 | $6,239 | $346,600 | $197,700 | $148,900 |
| 2021 | $6,117 | $346,600 | $197,700 | $148,900 |
| 2020 | $5,892 | $346,600 | $197,700 | $148,900 |
| 2019 | $5,771 | $346,600 | $197,700 | $148,900 |
| 2018 | $5,667 | $346,600 | $197,700 | $148,900 |
| 2017 | $5,476 | $346,600 | $197,700 | $148,900 |
| 2016 | $5,455 | $346,600 | $197,700 | $148,900 |
| 2015 | $5,185 | $346,600 | $197,700 | $148,900 |
| 2014 | $4,898 | $403,800 | $230,300 | $173,500 |
| 2012 | $4,745 | $403,800 | $230,300 | $173,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Nicole Emery
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Michael Lynch
Seller's Agent in 2022
Michael Lynch
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
(617) 947-9430
113 Total Sales
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George MacLeod
Buyer's Agent in 2022
George MacLeod
Maine Real Estate Brokerage
(207) 944-8771
33 Total Sales
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William Warren
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Seller's Agent in 2020
William Warren
Warren Realty
(207) 734-8857
25 Total Sales
-
Linda Schultz
L
Seller's Agent in 2017
Linda Schultz
Portside Real Estate Group
(207) 215-9805
41 Total Sales
Map
Source: Maine Listings
MLS Number: 1532599
APN: ISBR-000030-000000-000020
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