1583 Turtle Head Rd Islesboro, ME 04848
Estimated payment $5,021/month
Highlights
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- 321 Feet of Waterfront
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Islesboro Central School Rated 9+
- Island Location
- Deck
About This Home
Welcome to ''Avalon,'' a distinctive seasonal cottage nestled within the Turtle Head subdivision on Islesboro's north end. Set on approximately 9.94± wooded acres with 321± feet of private waterfront on East Penobscot Bay, this exceptional property combines natural Maine beauty with refined comfort. The property offers expansive panoramic views to the East and northeast across the bay, including vistas of Castine. Thoughtfully landscaped grounds feature a cutting garden, hand-built stone walls, and a walking path through ferns to the water's edge, complete with solar lights for your evening stroll. The sandy and rocky beachfront is perfect for beach combing, kayaking, or mooring your boat and is rarely found on Islesboro. This elegantly finished cottage features an open floor plan ideal for entertaining. The kitchen, with granite countertops, transitions into a spacious living room with a wood stove set on a soapstone hearth. The living space extends to a screened-in porch and a sun-soaked open deck, both overlooking the water and a field of ferns, blurring the line between indoor and outdoor living. The first-floor bedroom offers generous space and cathedral ceilings, while a versatile loft provides an additional sleeping area or other potential uses. The full bath is thoughtfully divided into three areas: a Jacuzzi tub, a separate toilet and linen storage, and a sink with a stackable washer and dryer. For those who love fresh air, an outdoor shower and toilet are conveniently located on the back porch—complete with evening lighting. Unique amenities abound, including Bose outdoor speakers connected to an integrated in-home sound system, antique church doors in the bedroom, and a fire pit featuring an antique cauldron. A storage barn offers room for storage or workshop. With 9+ acres you can expand or build another house. Stay connected with fiberoptic broadband internet with 1 gibibyte connection speeds. Islesboro is a 20-minute ride from the mai
Listing Agent
Cates Real Estate Brokerage Email: kerry@catesre.com Listed on: 07/24/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,870
Year Built
- Built in 1998
Lot Details
- 9.94 Acre Lot
- 321 Feet of Waterfront
- Ocean Front
- Dirt Road
- Street terminates at a dead end
- Rural Setting
- Seasonal Access to Property
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Property is zoned Shoreland
Parking
- Gravel Driveway
Property Views
- Water
- Scenic Vista
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Shingle Siding
Interior Spaces
- 900 Sq Ft Home
- Built-In Features
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Living Room
- Screened Porch
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stove
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Soaking Tub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
- Soaking Tub
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- Deck
- Shed
- Outbuilding
- Outhouse
Location
- Island Location
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Space Heater
- Heating System Uses Kerosene
- Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
- Private Water Source
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Septic System
- Septic Design Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 5J
- Assessor Parcel Number ISBR-000037-000000-000005-J000000
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- The community has rules related to deed restrictions
Amenities
- Community Storage Space
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $9,870 | $829,400 | $691,100 | $138,300 |
2023 | $9,123 | $829,400 | $691,100 | $138,300 |
2022 | $8,194 | $455,200 | $329,200 | $126,000 |
2021 | $8,034 | $455,200 | $329,200 | $126,000 |
2020 | $7,738 | $455,200 | $329,200 | $126,000 |
2019 | $7,579 | $455,200 | $329,200 | $126,000 |
2018 | $7,443 | $455,200 | $329,200 | $126,000 |
2017 | $7,192 | $455,200 | $329,200 | $126,000 |
2016 | $7,165 | $455,200 | $329,200 | $126,000 |
2015 | $6,810 | $455,200 | $329,200 | $126,000 |
2014 | $6,433 | $530,300 | $383,500 | $146,800 |
2012 | $6,231 | $530,300 | $383,500 | $146,800 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
08/28/2025 08/28/25 | Price Changed | $795,000 | -9.1% | $883 / Sq Ft |
08/11/2025 08/11/25 | Price Changed | $875,000 | -5.4% | $972 / Sq Ft |
07/24/2025 07/24/25 | For Sale | $925,000 | +131.3% | $1,028 / Sq Ft |
08/14/2020 08/14/20 | Sold | $400,000 | -2.2% | $444 / Sq Ft |
06/27/2020 06/27/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
06/26/2020 06/26/20 | For Sale | $409,000 | -- | $454 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | -- | None Available |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $276,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Maine Listings
MLS Number: 1631178

APN: ISBR-000037-000000-000005-J000000
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