NOT LISTED FOR SALE

31 Forest Rd Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107

Estimated Value: $1,177,000 - $1,474,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,906 Sq Ft
$452/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 08, 2019

Last sale price $850,000 $292 Per Sq Ft

Est. 55% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,790/month

Highlights

  • Nearby Water Access
  • Public Beach
  • Wood Flooring
  • Pond Cove Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of July 2019

Exceptional home in a charming and coveted Cape Elizabeth neighborhood! Tudor style cottage has been refreshed with current and stunning aesthetics. Fabulous, open and bright kitchen with quartz counters and high end appliances. Four bedrooms and three baths including a private master suite. Brand new heating system, gorgeous new windows, and hardwood flooring throughout. Attached two-car garage and expansive, private grounds. This house is a gem!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Whitney Harvey

Town & Shore Real Estate Listed on: 05/30/2019

Co-Listed By

Lynn Hallett

Town & Shore Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Taylor McFarlane

Portside Real Estate Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,291

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 0.42 Acre Lot
  • Public Beach
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned RC

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Brick Veneer
  • Stone Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,906 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Nearby Water Access
  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Suburban Location

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • High-Efficiency Water Heater
  • Water Heated On Demand
  • Internet Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: DR light, LR sconces
  • Tax Lot 041
  • Assessor Parcel Number CAPE-003041U

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,291

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.42
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 1067
  • Co List Office Phone: 207-773-0262
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2906.0
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Efficiency: High Efficiency Water Heater, Double Pane Windows
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Location Information:Leased Land: No
  • Location Information:HERS Certified: No
  • Property Information:Lot Size Acres -: 0.42
  • Property Information:Total Baths: 3.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2906.0
  • Property Information:Garage: Yes
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
  • Water Info:Water Frontage2: No
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Heat System:Hot Water: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Disposal: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Floors:Wood3: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Water:Public3: Yes
  • Driveway:Paved2: Yes
  • Water Heater:On Demand: Yes
  • Amenities:Primary Bedroom wBath: Yes
  • Property Information:Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Heat System:Heat Pump: Yes
  • Cooling:Heat Pump3: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Auto Door Opener: Yes
  • Roof:Metal: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Direct Entry to Living: Yes
  • Location:Suburban: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Stone: Yes
  • Parking:On Site2: Yes
  • Location:Near Public Beach: Yes
  • Exterior:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Basement:Crawl Space: Yes
  • Parking:Paved3: Yes
  • Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
  • Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
  • Style:Cottage: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Gas Bottled: Yes
  • Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
  • Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
  • Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
  • Energy Efficiency:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Double Pane Windows: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Quartz: Yes
  • Heat System:Radiator: Yes
  • Heat System:Direct Vent Furnace: Yes
  • Equipment:Air Radon Mitigation System: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:High Efficiency Water Heater: Yes
  • Exterior:Stucco: Yes
  • Exterior:Brick Veneer: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Information # Fireplaces: 1
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space, Full, Exterior Entry, Bulkhead
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Bedroom w/Bath
  • Full Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level, Sidewalks, Landscaped, Near Public Beach, Near Town, Neighborhood, Suburban
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exclusions: DR light, LR sconces
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Stucco, Brick Veneer, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Metal, Shingle
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Deck: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance

Utilities

  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Radiator, Hot Water, Heat Pump, Direct Vent Furnace
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 18295.2
  • Parcel #: CAPE-003041U
  • Zoning: RC

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9291.0
  • Tax Book Number: 34329
  • Tax Lot: 041
  • Tax Map Number: 003
  • Tax Year: 2019

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 15, 2025
Sold by
Motzkin Ft and Motzkin
Bought by
Motzkin Jonathan M
Total Days on Market
0
Current Estimated Value
$1,313,750

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 31, 2023
Sold by
Motzkin Melissa M and Motzkin Jonathan M
Bought by
Motzkin Ft

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 30, 2019
Closed on
Jul 8, 2019
Sold by
Lu Dave W and Sperry Steven
Bought by
Motzkin Melissa M and Motzkin Jonathan M
Seller's Agent
Whitney Harvey
Town & Shore Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Taylor McFarlane
Portside Real Estate Group
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Premium/Discount to List
$51,000
6.38%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.66%
Original Mortgage
$484,000
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 3, 2017
Closed on
Sep 21, 2017
Sold by
Watson Jane T and Watson Thomas M
Bought by
Lu Dave W and Sperry Steven
Seller's Agent
Edith Boothby
Town & Shore Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Whitney Harvey
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$649,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.15%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.07%
Original Mortgage
$483,000
Interest Rate
3.18%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 2010
Sold by
Kloczko James V and Hill Barbara A
Bought by
Watson 3Rd Thomas M and Watson Jane Tull
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Motzkin Jonathan M -- None Available
Motzkin Jonathan M -- None Available
Motzkin Ft -- None Available
Motzkin Ft -- None Available
Motzkin Melissa M -- --
Motzkin Melissa M -- --
Lu Dave W -- --
Lu Dave W -- --
Watson 3Rd Thomas M -- --
Watson 3Rd Thomas M -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Motzkin Melissa M $479,471
Previous Owner Motzkin Melissa M $484,000
Previous Owner Lu Dave W $483,000
Previous Owner Hill Barbara A $100,000
Previous Owner Hill Barbara A $322,000
Previous Owner Hill Barbara A $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/08/2019 07/08/19 Sold $850,000 +6.4% $292 / Sq Ft
05/30/2019 05/30/19 Pending -- -- --
05/30/2019 05/30/19 For Sale $799,000 +22.9% $275 / Sq Ft
09/18/2017 09/18/17 Sold $650,000 +0.2% $224 / Sq Ft
08/06/2017 08/06/17 Pending -- -- --
08/03/2017 08/03/17 For Sale $649,000 -- $223 / 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 $9,812 $892,000 $491,900 $400,100
2023 $26,493 $1,185,900 $491,900 $694,000
2022 $10,708 $506,300 $259,300 $247,000
2021 $10,258 $506,300 $259,300 $247,000
2020 $10,085 $506,300 $259,300 $247,000
2019 $9,964 $506,300 $259,300 $247,000
2018 $9,630 $506,300 $259,300 $247,000
2017 $9,113 $506,300 $259,300 $247,000
2016 $8,881 $506,300 $259,300 $247,000
2015 $8,546 $506,300 $259,300 $247,000
2013 $8,243 $506,300 $259,300 $247,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1416981

Maine Listings

APN: CAPE-003041U