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Seller's Agent in 2021
Hank de Raat
De Raat Realty
(207) 669-2001
79 Total Sales
65 Battle Ave Castine, ME 04421
Estimated Value: $950,890 - $1,421,000
7
Beds
4.5
Baths
5,100
Sq Ft
$222/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Additional Residence on Property
- Wood Flooring
- Corner Lot
- Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
- 5 Fireplaces
- No HOA
About This Home
As of November 2021Spanish Colonial Revival cottage built in 1924. Once called the ''Pink Palace'' now painted white.Built for banking heiress E.K. Branch, designed by Richmond architect William Lawrence Bottomley. The dramatic two story entryway has a cork checkerboard floor, and opens to a formal dining room on one side, and a massive high-ceiling living room on the other. Past the living room is a library with an intricately painted ceiling. All three rooms have fireplaces. On the opposite wing of the house is the eat-in kitchen with a hearth and wood stove, the kitchen adjoins a sunny breakfast room, and pantry. On the second floor there are 6 bedrooms, including a master suite, and 4 bathrooms. Third floor with a tower room.. Included with the sale is 71 Battle Avenue, a one bedroom, two story cottage that is currently used as a rental property. There is a two-car garage and a 16KW generator. The main and guest houses have both been lived in year-round for the past 16 years. The three structures sit on a two acre lot, and have views of Penobscot Bay. The two dwellings can accommodate extended families, and have great rental potential. . Cottage leased until 10/31/21.
Last Buyer's Agent
Lisa Haugen
Saltmeadow Properties, Inc.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,729
Year Built
- Built in 1924
Lot Details
- 2 Acre Lot
- Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
- Corner Lot
- Open Lot
- Lot Has A Rolling Slope
- Property is zoned Village 2
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Gravel Driveway
Property Views
- Water
- Scenic Vista
Home Design
- Tile Roof
- Membrane Roofing
- Masonry
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 5,100 Sq Ft Home
- 5 Fireplaces
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Library
- Microwave
- Laundry Room
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 7 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
Basement
- Partial Basement
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
Additional Homes
- Additional Residence on Property
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Radiant Heating System
- Hot Water Heating System
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 4
- Assessor Parcel Number CAST-000017-000000-000004
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 24, 2020
Closed on
Nov 5, 2021
Sold by
Sylvia Carter Ret
Bought by
Eerdmans Emily and Mckeon Andrew
Seller's Agent
Hank de Raat
De Raat Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Haugen
Saltmeadow Properties, Inc.
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-11.66%
Total Days on Market
294
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
$382,973
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.18%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Outstanding Balance
$554,776
Interest Rate
2.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$577,170
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 2005
Sold by
Day Philip S
Bought by
Sylvia Carter Ret
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eerdmans Emily | -- | None Available | |
| Sylvia Carter Ret | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Mckeon Andrew | $127,000 | |
| Open | Eerdmans Emily | $600,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/05/2021 11/05/21 | Sold | $750,000 | -11.7% | $147 / Sq Ft |
| 09/15/2021 09/15/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/24/2020 11/24/20 | For Sale | $849,000 | -- | $166 / Sq Ft |
Source: Maine Listings
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $7,329 | $771,500 | $209,900 | $561,600 |
| 2023 | $6,907 | $585,300 | $159,000 | $426,300 |
| 2022 | $6,533 | $502,500 | $136,600 | $365,900 |
| 2021 | $5,729 | $502,500 | $136,600 | $365,900 |
| 2020 | $5,729 | $502,500 | $136,600 | $365,900 |
| 2019 | $5,729 | $502,500 | $136,600 | $365,900 |
| 2018 | $5,904 | $502,500 | $136,600 | $365,900 |
| 2017 | $5,904 | $502,500 | $136,600 | $365,900 |
| 2016 | $5,645 | $591,100 | $160,700 | $430,400 |
| 2015 | $5,645 | $591,100 | $160,700 | $430,400 |
| 2013 | $5,497 | $591,100 | $160,700 | $430,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Hank de Raat
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Lisa Haugen
L
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Lisa Haugen
Saltmeadow Properties, Inc.
(207) 266-5772
38 Total Sales
Map
Source: Maine Listings
MLS Number: 1476937
APN: CAST-000017-000000-000004
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