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Seller's Agent in 2019
Steven Shelton
Acadia Realty Group
223 Higgins Farm Rd Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Estimated Value: $728,000 - $1,535,000
2
Beds
3
Baths
1,298
Sq Ft
$953/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- 145 Feet of Waterfront
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Conners-Emerson School Rated A
- Scenic Views
- Deck
About This Home
As of February 2019Four Seals certainly lives up to its name. Perched on the shores of the Blagden Preserve on Indian Point this property looks out at exposed ledges covered with harbor seals and stunning western sunsets as the backdrop. This adorable cottage style home sits literally right on water's edge on Western Bay located on the northwestern side of Mount Desert Island away from the hustle and bustle of town. The bright open living room with granite fireplace has a wall of glass windows looking out at the peaceful bay, there are two bedrooms and two baths up and one small bedroom and bath down. Passing through the Nature Conservancy on your way to this incredibly unique property, you're bound to see deer and other wildlife sharing the over 100 acres of preserved land and hiking trails.
Last Listed By
Steven Shelton
Acadia Realty Group Listed on: 10/18/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,919
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 0.43 Acre Lot
- 145 Feet of Waterfront
- Ocean Front
- Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
- Property fronts a private road
- Street terminates at a dead end
- Rural Setting
- Seasonal Access to Property
- Fenced
- Level Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Property is zoned lim,res.shore
Parking
- Gravel Driveway
Property Views
- Scenic Vista
- Mountain
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Cottage
- Concrete Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Wood Roof
- Wood Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,298 Sq Ft Home
- Furnished
- 2 Fireplaces
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Dishwasher
- Formica Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Shower Only
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Partial Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
Accessible Home Design
- Level Entry For Accessibility
Outdoor Features
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- Deep Water Access
- Deck
- Shed
- Outbuilding
- Porch
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Heating System Uses Wood
- Generator Hookup
- Power Generator
- Natural Gas Not Available
- Private Water Source
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Septic System
- Private Sewer
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 018
- Assessor Parcel Number 223higginsfarmroadbarharbor04609
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 18, 2018
Closed on
Feb 27, 2019
Sold by
4 Seals Foundation Inc
Bought by
Ray David T and Ray Danielle L
Seller's Agent
Steven Shelton
Acadia Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Robert McKenney
Acadia Realty Group
List Price
$795,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-5.66%
Total Days on Market
89
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$487,095
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.09%
Original Mortgage
$675,000
Outstanding Balance
$604,082
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$754,126
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ray David T | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Ray David T | $675,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/28/2019 02/28/19 | Sold | $750,000 | -5.7% | $578 / Sq Ft |
| 01/16/2019 01/16/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/18/2018 10/18/18 | For Sale | $795,000 | -- | $612 / 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 | $13,510 | $1,345,600 | $1,175,300 | $170,300 |
| 2023 | $11,680 | $1,345,600 | $1,175,300 | $170,300 |
| 2022 | $10,612 | $1,138,600 | $994,500 | $144,100 |
| 2021 | $10,082 | $1,035,100 | $904,100 | $131,000 |
| 2020 | $9,275 | $779,400 | $658,600 | $120,800 |
| 2019 | $9,143 | $771,600 | $652,000 | $119,600 |
| 2018 | $8,920 | $771,600 | $652,000 | $119,600 |
| 2017 | $8,457 | $771,600 | $652,000 | $119,600 |
| 2016 | $9,465 | $882,100 | $762,500 | $119,600 |
| 2015 | $9,341 | $882,100 | $762,500 | $119,600 |
| 2014 | $9,015 | $882,100 | $762,500 | $119,600 |
| 2012 | $8,680 | $882,100 | $762,500 | $119,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2019
Robert McKenney
Acadia Realty Group
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APN: BARH-000233-000000-000018
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