18 First Rd Harpswell, ME 04079
Harpswell NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,968/month
Highlights
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- Deck
- No HOA
- 150 Feet of Waterfront
- Wood Flooring
- Cottage
About This Home
Enjoy year-round, oceanfront living in this updated 2-bedroom home on Doughty Cove. This fully renovated residence offers picturesque water views from a private, landscaped backyard. The property has been extensively updated with a new full-house generator, a new water filtration system, and efficient heat pumps for year-round comfort.
Kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding are right at your doorstep, with a new retaining wall and stairs providing direct access to the shore. Inside, the open floor plan is well-appointed with high-quality finishes. The first-floor primary suite provides a peaceful and private space. Additional updates include new appliances and a detached garage.
Situated in a quiet seaside neighborhood, the property is conveniently located near Harpswell's many trails, beaches, and local amenities. This move-in-ready home offers a tranquil coastal lifestyle just minutes from downtown Brunswick and Bowdoin College and within reach of Portland.
Potential Airbnb/VRBO/Rental Turnkey opportunity as sellers are willing to sell the home completely furnished for an additional 30K. A few personal items exempt.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,149
Year Built
- Built in 1930
Lot Details
- 0.41 Acre Lot
- 150 Feet of Waterfront
- Ocean Front
- Property fronts a private road
- Dirt Road
- Fenced
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Property is zoned single Fam oce
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Gravel Driveway
Property Views
- Water
- Scenic Vista
Home Design
- Cottage
- Bungalow
- Block Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Shingle Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,375 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Double Pane Windows
- Living Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Shower Only
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- Access to Tidal Water
- Deck
Utilities
- Dehumidifier
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Heat Pump System
- Power Generator
- Private Water Source
- Well
- High-Efficiency Water Heater
- Septic System
- Private Sewer
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Community Storage Space
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 32
- Assessor Parcel Number HARP-000050-000000-000032
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 | $3,149 | $495,100 | $169,000 | $326,100 |
| 2023 | $3,020 | $495,100 | $169,000 | $326,100 |
| 2022 | $2,306 | $390,900 | $169,000 | $221,900 |
| 2021 | $2,001 | $296,000 | $133,000 | $163,000 |
| 2020 | $3,830 | $237,300 | $133,000 | $104,300 |
| 2019 | $4,903 | $237,300 | $133,000 | $104,300 |
| 2018 | $3,880 | $235,500 | $131,200 | $104,300 |
| 2017 | $2,226 | $235,500 | $131,200 | $104,300 |
| 2016 | $1,507 | $235,500 | $131,200 | $104,300 |
| 2015 | $1,470 | $235,500 | $131,200 | $104,300 |
| 2013 | $1,338 | $231,500 | $131,200 | $100,300 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/17/2025 09/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/28/2025 08/28/25 | For Sale | $699,000 | +3.6% | $508 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/16/2023 06/16/23 | Sold | $675,000 | +16.4% | $491 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/10/2023 05/10/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/04/2023 05/04/23 | For Sale | $580,000 | +118.0% | $422 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/13/2018 04/13/18 | Sold | $266,000 | -6.5% | $317 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/14/2018 02/14/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/14/2017 09/14/17 | For Sale | $284,500 | +14.3% | $339 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/08/2014 11/08/14 | Sold | $249,000 | -7.4% | $296 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/22/2014 09/22/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/20/2014 08/20/14 | For Sale | $269,000 | -- | $320 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $675,000 | Stewart Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $146,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $149,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $120,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Maine Listings
MLS Number: 1635484
APN: HARP-000050-000000-000032
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