$1,695,000
UNDER CONTRACT $200K PRICE DROP

45 Beach Ave Kennebunk, ME 04043

Estimated payment $10,258/month

Total Views 36,116
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,529 Sq Ft
$670 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Nearby Water Access
  • Public Beach
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Kennebunk High School Rated 9+
  • Country Club
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

Embrace the coastal lifestyle with easy access to both the beach and the heart of town. Just 0.3 miles from Kennebunk Beach and a short stroll to the shops, restaurants, and galleries of Dock Square and the Lower Village, this inviting Cape-style home offers the perfect blend of seaside charm and village convenience. Start your morning with a walk along the shore, bike into town for coffee, or relax by the fire—everything you love about Kennebunk is just steps away.

Set on a beautifully landscaped half-acre lot, the home is designed for comfort and connection. The open-concept living space blends natural textures with timeless style, anchored by a wood-burning fireplace and finished with hardwood and tile floors throughout. The fully applianced kitchen features granite countertops and a center island that opens easily to the dining room, perfect for everyday living and entertaining.

The first-floor primary suite offers cathedral ceilings, two walk-in closets, and an adjoining room that works beautifully as a sitting area, office, or additional bedroom. The ensuite bath features a tiled walk-in shower for a spa-like touch. A first-floor laundry area and guest powder room add everyday practicality.

Upstairs, a spacious landing provides flex space, leading to two generous bedrooms and a full bath. Above the garage, a bonus room offers endless possibilities—whether you're looking for a creative studio, movie room, or quiet retreat.

Outside, sidewalks connect you effortlessly to Kennebunk Beach, Dock Square, and the Lower Village, making it easy to enjoy all the amenities of this beloved coastal community.

With a strong rental history and solid income production, this home is also an excellent investment opportunity. Offered fully furnished and move-in ready, it's a turnkey escape for personal use, rental, or both.

Experience the best of Kennebunk Beach living—this opportunity is ready for you!

Listing Agent

Rebecca Bassett

Portside Real Estate Group Listed on: 04/05/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Grainne Archer

Portside Real Estate Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,490

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 0.53 Acre Lot
  • Public Beach
  • Landscaped
  • Open Lot
  • Property is zoned Coastal Residential

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,529 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Nearby Water Access
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near a golf course
  • Suburban Location

Utilities

  • Dehumidifier
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Power Generator
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Internet Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 027
  • Assessor Parcel Number KENB-000091-000000-000027

Community Details

Recreation

  • Country Club

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Community Storage Space

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,490

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.53
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 3189
  • Co List Office Phone: 207-204-0465
  • MLS Status: Active Under Contract
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2529.0
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Efficiency: Thermostat, Dehumidifier
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Location Information:Leased Land: No
  • Location Information:HERS Certified: No
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Lot Size Acres -: 0.53
  • Property Information:Total Baths: 3.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2529.0
  • Property Information:Garage: Yes
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
  • Location:Near Golf Course: Yes
  • Water Info:Water Frontage2: No
  • Water Info:Water View2: No
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Exterior:Shingle Siding: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Heat System:Forced Air: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Propane: Yes
  • Floors:Tile2: Yes
  • Floors:Wood3: Yes
  • Style:Cape: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Water:Public3: Yes
  • Driveway:Paved2: Yes
  • Basement Entry:Interior: Yes
  • Amenities:Storage: Yes
  • Property Information:Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Kitchen Countertop:Granite: Yes
  • Water Heater:Electric2: Yes
  • Amenities:Shower: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Auto Door Opener: Yes
  • Basement:Unfinished: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Poured Concrete: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Amenities:Walk-in Closets: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Direct Entry to Living: Yes
  • Dining Room:Dining Room: Yes
  • Kitchen Amenities:Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
  • Kitchen Amenities:Island: Yes
  • Living Room:Living Room: Yes
  • Primary Bedroom Amenities:Walk-in Closet6: Yes
  • Room Features:Eat-in Kitchen2: Yes
  • Room Features:Island2: Yes
  • Room Features:Walk-in Closet17: Yes
  • Location:Suburban: Yes
  • Roof:Composition2: Yes
  • Location:Near Public Beach: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Block3: Yes
  • Exterior:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Amenities:Bathtub: Yes
  • Amenities:Laundry - 1st Floor: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
  • Living Room Amenities:Wood Burning Fireplace14: Yes
  • Room Features:Wood Burning Fireplace29: Yes
  • Dining Room Amenities:Dining Area: Yes
  • Room Features:Dining Area2: Yes
  • Equipment:Internet Access Available: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Gas Bottled: Yes
  • Family Room:Family Room: Yes
  • Equipment:Cable: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Room Features:Cathedral Ceiling29: Yes
  • Location:Near Country Club: Yes
  • Equipment:Generator: Yes
  • Primary Bedroom Amenities:Cathedral Ceiling4: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Dehumidifier: Yes
  • Energy Efficiency:Programmable Thermostat: Yes
  • Bedroom Amenities 2:Cathedral Ceiling8: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Information # Fireplaces: 1
  • Door Features Storm Doors: Yes
  • Special Features: 4224

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Generator, Cable
  • Has Basement: Interior, Full, Unfinished
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Walk-in Closets, 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Shower, Storage
  • Full Basement: Yes
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Kitchen Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Primary Bedroom Primary Bedroom Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Sidewalks, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Town, Suburban
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: RSU 21

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 23086.8
  • Parcel #: KENB-000091-000000-000027
  • Zoning: Coastal Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 12490.0
  • Tax Book Number: 19376
  • Tax Lot: 027
  • Tax Map Number: 091
  • Tax Year: 2024

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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 $12,490 $736,900 $421,500 $315,400
2023 $11,827 $736,900 $421,500 $315,400
2022 $10,759 $736,900 $421,500 $315,400
2021 $10,501 $736,900 $421,500 $315,400
2020 $10,427 $736,900 $421,500 $315,400
2019 $10,132 $736,900 $421,500 $315,400
2018 $9,671 $552,600 $316,100 $236,500
2017 $9,146 $552,600 $316,100 $236,500
2016 $8,786 $552,600 $316,100 $236,500
2015 $8,455 $552,600 $316,100 $236,500
2014 $8,234 $552,600 $316,100 $236,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Price Changed $1,695,000 -5.6% $670 / Sq Ft
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Price Changed $1,795,000 -5.3% $710 / Sq Ft
04/05/2025 04/05/25 For Sale $1,895,000 +161.4% $749 / Sq Ft
01/03/2014 01/03/14 Sold $725,000 -5.8% $287 / Sq Ft
11/09/2013 11/09/13 Pending -- -- --
07/26/2013 07/26/13 For Sale $769,900 -- $304 / Sq Ft
Source: Maine Listings

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $648,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $536,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $565,141 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $580,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $191,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $197,938 FHA
Previous Owner $204,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $200,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1617848

Maine Listings

APN: KENB-000091-000000-000027