$447,000
$52K PRICE DROP

53 Washington St Lubec, ME 04652

Estimated payment $2,516/month

Total Views 15,607
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,439 Sq Ft
$311 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Post and Beam
  • No HOA
  • Patio

About This Home

Introducing Salty Paws, a delightful mid-1800s coastal cottage where classic New England character meets thoughtful modern updates. This established rental offers 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms and is perfectly situated in the heart of Lubec.
Renovated extensively since 2021 down to the studs, this post-and-beam cottage features exposed beams and an open-concept layout that feels both cozy and inviting. Careful updates include new electrical and plumbing systems, spray foam insulation, new walls and ceilings, a new heating system, new windows and siding, a new roof, new doors, structural support columns, improved drainage, landscaping, two brand-new decks, and more. Radiant in-floor heating adds comfort to the kitchen and first-floor bathroom, and plumbing is already in place for a future outdoor shower - perfect after a day by the sea.
Throughout the renovation, the owner took special care to preserve and refresh original details, allowing the home's historic charm to shine while offering the comforts of today.
Located just steps from town amenities, this inviting cottage is within walking distance to the Lubec Memorial Library, local shops, restaurants, bank, Lubec Brewing Company, and the Mowry Beach Boardwalk. Explore miles of scenic shoreline and hiking trails nearby or take an easy trip across the Franklin D. Roosevelt Bridge to Campobello Island.
Whether you're seeking a charming coastal getaway, a full-time residence, or a continued income-producing rental, Salty Paws offers a welcoming place to slow down, settle in, and enjoy life Downeast.

Listing Agent

Shayna Smart

Bold Coast Properties Listed on: 01/08/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,541

Year Built

  • Built in 1850

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Post and Beam
  • Cottage
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,439 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Concrete

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Radiator
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
  • Hot Water Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 269
  • Assessor Parcel Number LUBE-000015-000000-000269

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,541

Year Built

Built in 1850

Lot Details

4,792 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Subdivision Name: 15
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1439.0
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod, Cottage
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Efficiency: Ceiling Fans
  • Structure Type: Post & Beam
  • Year Built: 1850
  • Location Information:HERS Certified: Unknown
  • Contract Information:List PriceSqFt: 310.63
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Water Info:Water View2: No
  • Dining Room:Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Living Room:Living Room: Living Room
  • Laundry Room:Laundry Room: Laundry
  • Loft:Loft: Loft
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Has Basement: Exterior Entry
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Concrete, Wood, Painted/Stained
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Kitchen Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Bedroom 1:Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Laundry Room Laundry Room Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Direct Vent Heater, Hot Water, Radiant, Radiator
  • 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: 4791.6
  • Parcel #: LUBE-000015-000000-000269
  • Zoning: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1541.0
  • Tax Lot: 269
  • Tax Year: 2025

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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 $1,450 $76,300 $36,100 $40,200
2023 $1,175 $76,274 $36,074 $40,200
2022 $1,475 $60,931 $20,749 $40,182
2021 $1,383 $60,931 $20,749 $40,182
2020 $1,385 $60,931 $20,749 $40,182
2019 $1,408 $60,931 $20,749 $40,182
2018 $1,395 $60,931 $20,749 $40,182
2017 $1,453 $60,931 $20,749 $40,182
2016 $1,408 $60,931 $20,749 $40,182
2014 $1,265 $60,931 $20,749 $40,182
2013 $1,188 $60,931 $20,749 $40,182
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/21/2026 02/21/26 Price Changed $447,000 -10.4% $311 / Sq Ft
01/08/2026 01/08/26 For Sale $499,000 +807.3% $347 / Sq Ft
08/31/2021 08/31/21 Sold $55,000 -37.0% $50 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/05/2021 08/05/21 Pending -- -- --
07/22/2021 07/22/21 For Sale $87,333 -- $79 / Sq Ft
Source: Maine Listings

Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1648893

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