$540,000
SOLD SEP 27, 2023
2 Beds
1 Bath
670 Sq Ft
3,485 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$806 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean Front
  • Nearby Water Access
  • Scenic Views
  • Saco Middle School Rated A-
  • Public Beach
  • Deck

About This Home

As of September 2023

Welcome to 3 Island View Avenue at Ferry Beach! This beautiful Maine Cottage is located just steps from 7 miles of sandy beach.

Spend your days enjoying the smell of salty ocean air, listening to the sounds of the Maine coast, and feeling the sand between your toes at this adorable year-round cottage.

Inside this charming cottage you will find an enclosed porch, a living room with cathedral ceilings, laundry, two bedrooms, kitchen, and a dining area with easy access to the back deck and yard. Spend time outside on the patio relaxing with a glass of wine, barbecuing with friends or quietly reading a book. A tidy shed offers extra storage and the level driveway provides plenty of parking for you and your guests.

Nature enthusiasts will love being close to wooded nature trails. Walk, jog or bike to countless beautiful nature areas or enjoy local dining, shops and entertainment that are close by.

Whether you are looking for a coastal retreat, an investment opportunity, or both, you will not want to miss this incredible opportunity to own this charming, fully furnished, Maine cottage!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melissa Morrill

Maine Home Connection Brokerage Phone: 207.517.3100 Listed on: 08/30/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Matthew Sukeforth

Portside Real Estate Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,390

Year Built

  • Built in 1971

Lot Details

  • 3,485 Sq Ft Lot
  • Ocean Front
  • Public Beach
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned SR

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 670 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Scenic Vista Views

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • Driveway
  • Paved Parking
  • On-Site Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Nearby Water Access
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Enclosed Glass Porch

Utilities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Multiple cooling system units
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Natural Gas Not Available
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 054
  • Assessor Parcel Number SACO-000003-000054

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,390

Year Built

Built in 1971

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 670.0
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Attribution Contact: 207.517.3100
  • Location Information:Leased Land: No
  • Location Information:HERS Certified: Unknown
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Lot Size Acres -: 0.08
  • Property Information:Total Baths: 1.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Above Grade: 670.0
  • Property Information:Garage: No
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Water Info:Water Frontage2: No
  • Water Info:Water View2: No
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Heat System:Baseboard: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Floors:Carpet: Yes
  • Floors:Wood3: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Water:Public3: Yes
  • Driveway:Paved2: Yes
  • Exterior:Vinyl Siding: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Electric: Yes
  • Water Heater:Electric2: Yes
  • Amenities:One-Floor Living: Yes
  • Living Room:Living Room: Yes
  • Floors:Laminate: Yes
  • Gas:No Gas: Yes
  • Parking:On Site2: Yes
  • Location:Near Public Beach: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Block3: Yes
  • Amenities:Bathtub: Yes
  • Basement:Crawl Space: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:PillarPostPier: Yes
  • Amenities:Laundry - 1st Floor: Yes
  • Parking:Paved3: Yes
  • Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
  • Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Oceanfront: Yes
  • Roads:Dead End: Yes
  • Style:Cottage: Yes
  • Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
  • Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
  • View:Scenic: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Solid Surface: Yes
  • Water Info:Island3: No
  • Basement Entry:Exterior Only: Yes
  • Cooling:AC Units: Yes
  • Other Structures:Shed: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Glassed-in Porch: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Information 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Only
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, One-Floor Living, Other
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
  • Kitchen Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Bedroom 1:Bedroom 1 Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood
  • View: Scenic
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Block, Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Glass Enclosed, Patio, Porch
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Deck: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Cooling: A/C Units, Multi Units
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3484.8
  • Parcel #: SACO-000003-000054
  • Zoning: SR

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6390.0
  • Tax Book Number: 19259
  • Tax Lot: 054
  • Tax Map Number: 003
  • Tax Year: 2022

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 30, 2023
Closed on
Sep 27, 2023
Sold by
Blue Bungalow Llc
Bought by
Folan Ft and Folan
Seller's Agent
Melissa Morrill
Maine Home Connection
Buyer's Agent
Matthew Sukeforth
Portside Real Estate Group
List Price
$599,950
Sold Price
$540,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,950
-9.99%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.97%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2017
Sold by
Mcwilliam Paula L
Bought by
P L Mcwilliam Ret 2017 and Mcwilliam

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 28, 2014
Closed on
Jul 24, 2014
Sold by
Deboise Anthony and Deboise Eileen
Bought by
Mcwilliam Paula L
Seller's Agent
John Harmon John Carroll
Bean Group
Buyer's Agent
Marcia Jansen
Bean Group
List Price
$200,000
Sold Price
$186,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-7%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.14%
Original Mortgage
$148,800
Interest Rate
4.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $540,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $148,800 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/19/2025 09/19/25 For Sale $604,000 +11.9% $795 / Sq Ft
09/27/2023 09/27/23 Sold $540,000 -10.0% $806 / Sq Ft
09/12/2023 09/12/23 Pending -- -- --
08/30/2023 08/30/23 For Sale $599,950 +46.3% $895 / Sq Ft
08/27/2021 08/27/21 Sold $410,000 -3.5% $612 / Sq Ft
08/20/2021 08/20/21 Pending -- -- --
07/08/2021 07/08/21 For Sale $425,000 +128.5% $634 / Sq Ft
07/23/2014 07/23/14 Sold $186,000 -7.0% $278 / Sq Ft
06/19/2014 06/19/14 Pending -- -- --
04/28/2014 04/28/14 For Sale $200,000 -- $299 / Sq Ft
Source: Maine Listings

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $6,523 $464,300 $372,800 $91,500
2023 $6,848 $464,300 $372,800 $91,500
2022 $6,390 $348,600 $284,200 $64,400
2021 $6,013 $318,500 $271,300 $47,200
2020 $6,027 $306,400 $264,800 $41,600
2019 $5,938 $306,400 $264,800 $41,600
2018 $5,814 $300,000 $258,400 $41,600
2017 $5,359 $276,500 $234,900 $41,600
2016 $5,265 $271,100 $229,000 $42,100
2015 $4,805 $250,000 $207,900 $42,100
2014 $4,579 $245,900 $203,800 $42,100
2013 $4,547 $244,700 $202,600 $42,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1570360

Maine Listings

APN: SACO-000003-000054