Seller's Agent in 2023
Kim Talbot
Engel & Volkers Casco Bay
(207) 798-2055
1 in this area
61 Total Sales
47 Surf St Phippsburg, ME 04562
Phippsburg NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $573,000 - $652,000
3
Beds
1
Bath
924
Sq Ft
$665/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Ocean Front
- Deep Water Access
- Ranch Style House
- Public Beach
- Deck
- No HOA
About This Home
As of October 2023Message in the Bottle. This home is across the street from the iconic movie 'Message in the Bottle'. Listen to the surf and gentle breeze at this quaint cottage. Within the Popham Beach community, (The Grove) 47 Surf Street is aptly named as you can hear the healing sounds of the surf from the cottage. This is a highly sought after community and the beach is just a short walk down Osprey Lane. From the front deck you can see glimpses of the beach. Enjoy morning walks watching the crashing waves on this almost 3 mile beach, while breathing in the wonderful Maine air and exhaling all of your worries away. The cottage provides for a lot of summer living space with three bedrooms, kitchen, dining area and living room. Come bring your life and TLC to this property. There is excellent rental possibilities. Buyers will need to do their own due diligence. Come make this your summer getaway. Schedule your showing today.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,649
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 12,197 Sq Ft Lot
- Ocean Front
- Property fronts a private road
- Road Access Is Seasonal
- Dirt Road
- Public Beach
- Seasonal Access to Property
- Interior Lot
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Property is zoned 17 - Village
Parking
- Gravel Driveway
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Cottage
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 924 Sq Ft Home
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Formica Countertops
Flooring
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Shower Only
Accessible Home Design
- Level Entry For Accessibility
Outdoor Features
- Deep Water Access
- Deck
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Space Heater
- Natural Gas Not Available
- Private Water Source
- Electric Water Heater
- Private Sewer
- Internet Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- The community has rules related to deed restrictions
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 98
- Assessor Parcel Number PHIP-000014-000000-000098
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 21, 2023
Closed on
Oct 24, 2023
Sold by
Catjakis Helen K Est and Catjakis
Bought by
Bardach Robert S
Seller's Agent
Kim Talbot
Engel & Volkers Casco Bay
Buyer's Agent
Addie Peet
Portside Real Estate Group
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$540,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-6.09%
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
$74,085
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.17%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 15, 2009
Sold by
Liakopoulos Peter K
Bought by
Liakopoulos Peter K and Catjakis Helen K
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bardach Robert S | $540,000 | None Available | |
| Liakopoulos Peter K | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2023 10/24/23 | Sold | $540,000 | -6.1% | $584 / Sq Ft |
| 09/25/2023 09/25/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/21/2023 07/21/23 | For Sale | $575,000 | -- | $622 / Sq Ft |
Source: Maine Listings
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,233 | $261,800 | $226,500 | $35,300 |
| 2024 | $3,084 | $261,800 | $226,500 | $35,300 |
| 2023 | $2,995 | $261,800 | $226,500 | $35,300 |
| 2022 | $2,649 | $261,800 | $226,500 | $35,300 |
| 2021 | $2,382 | $261,800 | $226,500 | $35,300 |
| 2020 | $3,472 | $261,800 | $226,500 | $35,300 |
| 2019 | $2,393 | $261,800 | $226,500 | $35,300 |
| 2018 | $2,367 | $261,800 | $226,500 | $35,300 |
| 2017 | $2,340 | $261,800 | $226,500 | $35,300 |
| 2016 | $2,283 | $261,800 | $226,500 | $35,300 |
| 2015 | $2,241 | $261,800 | $226,500 | $35,300 |
| 2014 | $2,042 | $261,800 | $226,500 | $35,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Kim Talbot
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Addie Peet
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Addie Peet
Portside Real Estate Group
(207) 991-3799
2 in this area
120 Total Sales
Map
Source: Maine Listings
MLS Number: 1565604
APN: PHIP-000014-000000-000098
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