$3,495,000
$504K PRICE DROP

480 Sound Dr Mount Desert, ME 04660

Estimated payment $20,587/month

Total Views 15,632
5 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,884 Sq Ft
$1,212 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 181 Feet of Waterfront
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Mt Desert Elementary School Rated A
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Sun or Florida Room

About This Home

Sited majestically at the head of Somes Sound on Mt Desert Island, 'Shutters on The Sound' offers dramatic views of Somes Sound, flanked by the stately mountains of Acadia National Park. The rolling meadows to the west feature conserved lands that ensure privacy by restricting any further development. Views from the property have attracted both photographers and artists alike, in their attempt to capture its allure. For those who wish to create more privacy, noted architects Kligerman Architecture and Design have provided drawings to help visualize how a thoughtful landscape plan and home renovation, combined with some of the best views on MDI, could create a very special opportunity.

Built in the 1940's, this year-round, shingle-style Maine cottage offers the warmth of wood detailing such as beam ceilings, paneled walls, and wood flooring throughout. A sun-filled waterside enclosed porch provides ample opportunity to bask in the warmth of the sun as you take in the breathtaking views. A first-floor bedroom, as well as four additional bedrooms on the second floor, provide space for friends or family members.

For generations, real estate along Somes Sound has been highly sought after for being a prime location for waterfront estates, with many limited to a westerly view across the sound. 'Shutters on the Sound' offers a rare opportunity with its southerly view down the length of the Sound, framed by the mountains of its eastern and western shores. Each day starts with a fresh canvas as the sun and tides work their magic on the mountains and waters of the sound, creating an ever-changing picture that warms the soul.

Listing Agent

Scott McFarland

LandVest, Inc. Listed on: 04/11/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Story Litchfield

LandVest, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,975

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • 2.1 Acre Lot
  • 181 Feet of Waterfront
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Rural Setting
  • Open Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Property is zoned SR3

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Property Views

  • Water
  • Scenic Vista
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Shingle Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,884 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Sun or Florida Room

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Formica Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heat Pump System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Well
  • Septic System
  • Septic Design Available
  • Private Sewer

Additional Features

  • Property is near a golf course
  • Pasture

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 100
  • Assessor Parcel Number 480SoundDriveMountDesert04660

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,975

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.1
  • Water Body Name: Somes Sound
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 2030
  • Co List Office Phone: 207-276-3840
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2884.0
  • Architectural Style: Shingle, Cottage
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Location Information:Leased Land: No
  • Location Information:HERS Certified: No
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Lot Size Acres -: 2.1
  • Property Information:Total Baths: 2.0
  • Property Information:SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2884.0
  • Property Information:Garage: No
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Location:Near Golf Course: Yes
  • Water Info:Water Frontage2: Yes
  • Water Info:Water View2: Yes
  • Construction:Wood Frame: Yes
  • Basement:Walkout Access: Yes
  • Exterior:Shingle Siding: Yes
  • Heat System:Hot Water: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Oil: Yes
  • Floors:Tile2: Yes
  • Floors:Vinyl: Yes
  • Floors:Wood3: Yes
  • Electric:Circuit Breakers: Yes
  • Basement Entry:Interior: Yes
  • Heat System:Heat Pump: Yes
  • Heat Fuel:Electric: Yes
  • Cooling:Heat Pump3: Yes
  • Basement:Unfinished: Yes
  • Foundation Materials:Poured Concrete: Yes
  • Dining Room:Dining Room: Yes
  • Living Room:Living Room: Yes
  • Roof:Composition2: Yes
  • Office:Office: Yes
  • Sunroom:Sunroom: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Cooktop: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Wall Oven: Yes
  • Sewer:Private Sewer: Yes
  • Location:Rural: Yes
  • Water Info:Waterfront Amount -: 181.0
  • Water Info:Water Frontage Owned -: 181.0
  • Style:Cottage: Yes
  • Driveway:Gravel: Yes
  • Site:RollingSloping: Yes
  • Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
  • Sewer:Septic Existing on Site: Yes
  • Water:Well Existing on Site: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Formica: Yes
  • Sewer:Septic Design Available: Yes
  • View:Scenic: Yes
  • View:Fields: Yes
  • View:Mountain(s): Yes
  • Site:PastureField: Yes
  • Heat System:Radiator: Yes
  • Location:Abuts Conservation: Yes
  • Den:Den: Yes
  • Style:Shingle Style: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Information # Fireplaces: 1
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dryer, Dishwasher, Cooktop
  • Has Basement: Interior, Walk-Out Access, Full, Unfinished
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile
  • Full Basement: Yes
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • 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
  • Bedroom 1:Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Bedroom 5:Bedroom 5 Level: Second

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Pasture/Field, Open, Abuts Conservation, Near Golf Course, Rural
  • View: Fields, Mountain(s), Scenic
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel

Utilities

  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Radiator, Hot Water, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 91476.0
  • Parcel #: 480SoundDriveMountDesert04660
  • Zoning: SR3

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 18975.0
  • Tax Book Number: 2610
  • Tax Lot: 100
  • Tax Map Number: 8
  • Tax Year: 2026

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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 $18,769 $2,018,200 $1,473,200 $545,000
2023 $15,477 $1,774,900 $1,229,900 $545,000
2022 $14,270 $1,774,900 $1,229,900 $545,000
2021 $11,830 $1,433,900 $1,146,700 $287,200
2020 $11,443 $1,433,900 $1,146,700 $287,200
2019 $11,400 $1,433,900 $1,146,700 $287,200
2018 $10,998 $1,433,900 $1,146,700 $287,200
2017 $10,640 $1,433,900 $1,146,700 $287,200
2016 $10,424 $1,433,900 $1,146,700 $287,200
2015 $10,195 $1,433,900 $1,146,700 $287,200
2013 $9,722 $1,433,900 $1,146,700 $287,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/10/2025 07/10/25 Price Changed $3,495,000 -12.6% $1,212 / Sq Ft
04/11/2025 04/11/25 For Sale $3,999,000 -- $1,387 / Sq Ft
Source: Maine Listings

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $75,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1618757

Maine Listings

APN: 008/ / 100/000 /

Maine Hancock County Mount Desert 04660

480 Sound Dr, Mount Desert, ME

This home is located at 480 Sound Dr, Mount Desert, ME 04660 and is currently priced at $3,495,000, approximately $1,211 per square foot. This property was built in 1947. 480 Sound Dr is a home located in Hancock County with nearby schools including Mt Desert Elementary School and Mt. Desert Island High School.

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