Seller's Agent in 2025
Abigail Curless
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
(207) 801-1199
104 Total Sales
8 Wheelwright Way Mount Desert, ME 04660
6
Beds
5
Baths
4,597
Sq Ft
2.25
Acres
Highlights
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- 365 Feet of Waterfront
- Country Club
- Mt Desert Elementary School Rated A
- Docks
- Deck
About This Home
As of September 2025Crow's Nest: An exceptionally rare waterfront offering. This 1938 shingle-style 6-bedroom, 5-bath cottage was masterfully designed, built, and positioned at the water's edge to offer unparalleled water views. Strategically located on a cobblestone beach and bold rock point, this 2.2 acre property offers absolute privacy with over 365' of shorefront. The formal floor plan was specifically designed to interact with the surrounding natural world. With over 4,500 sq. ft. of living space positioned just a few feet from the shore, Crow's Nest stands alone in its proximity to the water. The original owners ensured that the lapping ocean waters could be heard from nearly every bedroom. This historic cottage offers unobstructed water views of the Eastern Way, Bear Island, and the Western Way. A detached 2-car garage, mooring, and deeded, shared dock are also included.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 08/15/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $55,009
Year Built
- Built in 1938
Lot Details
- 2.25 Acre Lot
- 365 Feet of Waterfront
- Ocean Front
- Property fronts a private road
- Level Lot
- Open Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Property is zoned SR2
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Gravel Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Concrete Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Roof
- Shingle Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 4,597 Sq Ft Home
- Built-In Features
- Vaulted Ceiling
- 2 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Great Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Water Views
- Attic
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Butcher Block Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Bathtub
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Partial Basement
- Interior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- Access to Tidal Water
- Deep Water Access
- Mooring
- Docks
- Deck
- Patio
- Porch
Location
- Property is near a golf course
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Natural Gas Not Available
- Private Water Source
- Well
- Oil Water Heater
- Septic System
- Private Sewer
- Internet Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 41
- Assessor Parcel Number MTDS-000003-000000-000041
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Elevator
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Country Club
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 13, 2021
Closed on
Oct 1, 2021
Sold by
Hoyden Lp
Bought by
Annapolis Man Llc
Seller's Agent
Abigail Curless
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Abigail Curless
The Knowles Company
List Price
$6,700,000
Sold Price
$5,900,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$800,000
-11.94%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.75%
Original Mortgage
$4,720,000
Outstanding Balance
$4,304,200
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$2,021,839
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $4,720,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/15/2025 09/15/25 | Sold | $6,200,000 | 0.0% | $1,349 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/21/2025 08/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/15/2025 08/15/25 | For Sale | $6,200,000 | +5.1% | $1,349 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/01/2021 10/01/21 | Sold | $5,900,000 | -11.9% | $1,283 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/21/2021 07/21/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/13/2021 07/13/21 | For Sale | $6,700,000 | -- | $1,457 / 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 | $53,895 | $5,795,200 | $4,083,400 | $1,711,800 |
| 2023 | $47,405 | $5,436,300 | $3,724,500 | $1,711,800 |
| 2022 | $43,708 | $5,436,300 | $3,724,500 | $1,711,800 |
| 2021 | $32,316 | $3,917,100 | $3,352,400 | $564,700 |
| 2020 | $31,241 | $3,914,900 | $3,350,200 | $564,700 |
| 2019 | $31,123 | $3,914,900 | $3,350,200 | $564,700 |
| 2018 | $30,027 | $3,914,900 | $3,350,200 | $564,700 |
| 2017 | $29,049 | $3,914,900 | $3,350,200 | $564,700 |
| 2016 | $28,461 | $3,914,900 | $3,350,200 | $564,700 |
| 2015 | $27,835 | $3,914,900 | $3,350,200 | $564,700 |
| 2013 | $26,543 | $3,914,900 | $3,350,200 | $564,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Abigail Curless
-
Story Litchfield
S
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Story Litchfield
LandVest, Inc.
(207) 276-3840
65 Total Sales
Map
Source: Maine Listings
MLS Number: 1634483
APN: MTDS-000003-000000-000041
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