First time on the market since 1917, the "Schaefer Cottage" is a quintessential Maine Summer-Cottage built in 1890. Hardwood floors, fireplace, large porch and views of the water from the sunroom. Nice corner lot with side yard. Just a short stroll to the ocean from this charming neighborhood location. One car garage. Large bedrooms, formal dining room. Historic charm waiting to be lovingly restored. Be sure to click on the film-reel icon to view the video!
Single-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
7,840 sq ftLot Size
$565Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Kathleen Roberts• Coldwell Banker Realty
Contact: 207-967-9900
Bought with Peter McPheeters• OceanView Properties
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,992
Year built
1890
Style
Single Family Residential
County
York County
APN
163264
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
CR
Coastal Residential Zone
This zone was created to identify coastal areas with significant environmental or visual significance. The area is limited to single-family residential uses and some home offices under special circumstances. The zone is characterized by varying lot sizes dependent upon soil types.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Parking Features: No Driveway, 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site
Vehicle Storage: 1 Car
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 5
Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 4 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Features: Dining Area, Formal
Room 5 Information
Type: Other Room 5
Level: First
Room 6 Information
Type: Other Room
Level: First
Room 7 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 8 Information
Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Second
Room 9 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Wood-Burning Fireplace
Room 10 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Room 11 Information
Type: Sunroom
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Walk-Out Access, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 10
Refrigerator, Electric Range
Flooring: Wood
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Clapboard, Wood Frame
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,992
Building Area Source: Public Records
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1890
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,992
Levels: Multi-Level
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $7,840.80
Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Near Public Beach, Neighborhood
Zoning: CR
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $11,332
Tax Year: 2016
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: No Heat System
Electric: Combination
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities On: No
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Other Water Heater
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 1 Staples Street, Biddeford, ME 04005
Directions: In the Heart of Biddeford Pool. Mile Stretch Road in Biddeford Pool to left on Lester B. Orcutt Road, right on Bayview Avenue, left on Fairfield Street, Left on Staples Street. House on left corner.
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,992
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: —
County: York County
APN: 163264
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Biddeford Middle School
Public 5-7 • Assigned • 5.9mi
3/10
Biddeford High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 6.9mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 87° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
72% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$1.61M – $1.95M
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