Perched above Blue Hill Bay on 2.05 surveyed acres, The Henhouse is one of the Blue Hill Peninsula's most distinctive properties. Originally built in 1958 and later transformed by Noel Paul Stookey of Peter, Paul and Mary into a recording studio and creative gathering place, the building has played a unique role in the region's artistic and cultural history. Today, the 7,700± square foot building contains five apartments spread across four levels, many with views of Blue Hill Bay. The first and second floors each offer spacious approximately 1,900-square-foot apartments with two to three bedrooms and two baths. The third floor includes both a one-bedroom and a two-bedroom apartment, while the top floor features a loft-style apartment rented seasonally. Significant improvements have been completed, including a newer roof, updated kitchens, and a propane-fired central hot water heating system. Many spaces offer opportunities for further modernization, creating potential to increase income and enhance the property. The building's layout may also lend itself to office, studio, retreat, artist residency, or live/work uses, subject to local approvals. Located in South Blue Hill, the property is approximately one-half mile from the South Blue Hill Wharf. Blue Hill's shops, restaurants, library, YMCA, hospital, and arts organizations are about five miles away, while Brooklin's harbor, WoodenBoat School, and waterfront village are seven miles away. Rarely does a property offer this combination of history, flexibility, income potential, and location. Whether continued as a multi-unit residential property or adapted to a new vision, The Henhouse presents an opportunity to become part of the next chapter of a well-known Blue Hill landmark.
The Hen House is a landmark, four story post and beam building with cedar exterior. Constructed in 1958 and contains 11 rental units on 4 floors. Property sits high on a concrete slab and has fabulous unobstructed views of Long Island and Blue Hill Bay, ocean is approximately 250' away. Public land and wharf just . 3 miles to the NW. Great rental history.
MREIS #1032095
Oct 7, 2011
Listed
$375,000
$49/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$6,254 (+11.1%)
$280,200 + $434,500
$714,700
2023
$5,628 (+6.8%)
$165,900 + $252,200
$418,100
2022
$5,268 (+4.6%)
$165,900 + $252,200
$418,100
2021
$5,038 (+4.3%)
$165,900 + $252,200
$418,100
2020
$4,829 (+6.8%)
$165,900 + $252,200
$418,100
2019
$4,520 (+12.3%)
$165,900 + $252,200
$418,100
2018
$4,025 (+7.3%)
$165,900 + $236,600
$402,500
2017
$3,750 (+15.6%)
$165,900 + $209,100
$375,000
2016
$3,245 (−3.0%)
$165,900 + $168,600
$334,500
2015
$3,345 (+13.6%)
$165,900 + $168,600
$334,500
2014
$2,944 (+4.8%)
$165,900 + $168,600
$334,500
2013
$2,810
$165,900 + $168,600
$334,500
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.04 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
—
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Hancock County
APN
618846
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
68% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Blue Hill, ME • 04614
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
28
13
31
13
41
26
51
35
62
45
73
54
77
60
77
55
71
51
60
42
48
32
34
17
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Blue Hill. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.8 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 515 Falls Bridge Rd
There isn’t enough information to generate an accurate estimate at this time. Learn More