Rare opportunity to own a true Maine island cottage! Step back in time and into all the charm and character that this antique waterfront cottage has to offer. Situated on Basket Island in Wood Island Harbor, the cottage can be accessed by boat or by driving across the sandbar at low tide. Gas lamps, weathered shingles and thin curtains billowing in the salty breeze-- if these images spark joy in you, this summer retreat is worth a visit. With a sizeable footprint, there is also plenty of potential to create a modern summer home on this spectacular site. Please help us respect the quiet and privacy of the other islanders. Showings are strictly by appointment only.
Single-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
4,356 sq ftLot Size
$421Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Peter McPheeters• OceanView Properties
Listed by Anne McPheeters• OceanView Properties
Bought with Philippe Bourassa• Maine Real Estate Co
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,356 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,255
Year built
1880
Style
Single Family Residential
County
York County
APN
157751
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
CR
RP
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.
Zone overlays
Resource Protection District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 2 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Wood-Burning Fireplace
Room 3 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Features: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Crawl Space
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 5
Refrigerator, Gas Range
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,255
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1880
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,255
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $4,356
Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Other Location, Open, Near Public Beach
Zoning: CR
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Island: Yes
Water Body Name: Wood Island Harbor, Saco Bay
Water Body Type: Harbor, Ocean
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,276
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: No Heat System
Electric: No Electric
Sewer: Percolation Test on File, Septic Design Available, Septic Needed
Water Source: Private
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 7 Basket Island, Biddeford, ME 04005
Directions: Call listing office.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,255
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: —
County: York County
APN: 157751
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Biddeford Middle School
Public 5-7 • Assigned • 5.3mi
3/10
Biddeford High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 6.2mi
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
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Biddeford, ME • 04005
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.6 hrs
4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$502,000 – $607,000
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