$1,575,000
SOLD AUG 20, 2026

79 Perkins St Castine, ME 04421

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,000 Sq Ft
0.89 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 20, 2026

$788 Per Sq Ft

28% Below List Price

320 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 166 Feet of Waterfront
  • The property is located in a historic district
  • Deck
  • Country Club
  • Property is near a beach
  • Contemporary Architecture

About This Home

As of August 2026

In-town Perkins Street waterfront home with expansive views of Castine Harbor, Penobscot Bay, Brooksville and the Islands. This house was completely renovated in 2010, and is in excellent condition. A new roof was installed in 2024. Open floor plan living space that fronts onto a deck. The living room has water views on three sides, and a gas fireplace. Kitchen with spacious granite countertops and ample storage. On the main level is also a primary bedroom with water views, en suite bath, and walk-in closet. A second bedroom also with water views, and a full bath off of the hall. The lower level has a family room that opens to a lower patio area. Also on the lower level is a third bedroom, and third bath, as well as laundry room, storage room and a workshop. The lawn rolls down to the shore, with steps to the beach. A fantastic location with both long views of the bay, and nearer views of the comings and goings of the harbor. A ready to move-in, low maintenance home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hank de Raat

De Raat Realty Listed on: 10/04/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Amy Blanchard

ERA Dawson-Bradford Co.

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,241

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 38,768 Sq Ft Lot
  • 166 Feet of Waterfront
  • Open Lot
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Property is zoned Village 2

Parking

  • Paved Parking

Property Views

  • Water
  • Scenic Vista

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Ranch Style House
  • Poured Concrete
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Natural lighting in basement

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near a beach
  • Deck
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near golf course
  • The property is located in a historic district

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Radiant Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 60

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Country Club

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,241

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0.89 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.89
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Castine
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1400.00
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Ranch
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Water Info:Water View2: Yes
  • Dining Room:Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Living Room:Living Room: Living Room
  • Water Info:Waterfront Amount -: 166.00
  • Water Info:Water Frontage Owned -: 166.00
  • Family Room:Family Room: Family Room
  • Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
  • Property Information:Bank Owned REO: No
  • Laundry Room:Laundry Room: Laundry
  • Property Information 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: No
  • Location:Location: Historic District, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Town, Neighborhood
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Interior Entry, Daylight, Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 600.00
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Basement
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Kitchen Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Bedroom 1:Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Laundry Room Laundry Room Level: Basement

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Historic District, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Town, Neighborhood, Open Lot, Rolling Slope
  • View: Scenic
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront Deep
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Propane, Radiant
  • 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: 38768.40
  • Zoning: Village 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 12241.00
  • Tax Lot: 60
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/20/2026 08/20/26 Sold $1,575,000 -10.0% $788 / Sq Ft
06/01/2026 06/01/26 Price Changed $1,750,000 -7.9% $875 / Sq Ft
03/24/2026 03/24/26 Price Changed $1,900,000 -13.6% $950 / Sq Ft
10/04/2025 10/04/25 For Sale $2,200,000 +15.8% $1,100 / Sq Ft
09/09/2022 09/09/22 Sold $1,900,000 0.0% $950 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/09/2022 09/09/22 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2022 07/17/22 For Sale $1,899,999 -- $950 / Sq Ft
Source: Maine Listings

Tax History

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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 $13,916 $1,288,500 $1,079,600 $208,900
2024 $12,241 $1,288,500 $1,079,600 $208,900
2023 $11,523 $976,500 $818,000 $158,500
2022 $10,904 $838,800 $702,700 $136,100
2021 $9,562 $838,800 $702,700 $136,100
2020 $9,562 $838,800 $702,700 $136,100
2019 $9,562 $838,800 $702,700 $136,100
2018 $9,856 $838,800 $702,700 $136,100
2017 $9,856 $838,800 $702,700 $136,100
2016 $9,424 $986,800 $826,700 $160,100
2015 $9,344 $978,400 $826,700 $151,700
2013 $9,099 $978,400 $826,700 $151,700
Source: Public Records

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Source: Maine Listings

MLS Number: 1639856

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