MOTIVATED SELLERS! Contemporary waterfront artist retreat sits on an elevated site with over 250 feet on Morgan Bay and 3.5 acres in highly sought-after East Blue Hill. Noted sculptor Lenore Thomas Straus built the house and worked here for many years. The next owner had the first floor expanded and redesigned. The current owners have refinished the oak wood floors, installed water remediation, and will pass on the new septic design. The light-filled first floor offers eat-in kitchen, living/dining room, bedroom, laundry, bath and three-season extra room. The kitchen has tile counter tops, double wall ovens, island with cook top and a wood stove that keeps things cozy. The many windows in the beamed living room provide expansive views of the ever-changing bay. The second floor is reached by a spiral staircase and offers even more views of Morgan Bay. The eclectic floor plan upstairs, with its cathedral-ceilinged studio and sleeping spot, will inspire your creativity. An attached rustic seasonal guest quarters with wood stove and deck to enjoy the outdoor views is another bonus to this property. A staircase down to the beach provides easy access to the water for kayaking or swimming. Only minutes to the center of Blue Hill or Ellsworth with ample opportunity to enjoy all the cultural and outdoors activities. The many shops and restaurants are another high point of the area. This property boasts the perfect location for all seasons.
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
3.5 acresLot Size
$441Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Patricia {Pat} Dunham• Compass Point Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with Robert McKenney• Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
Bought with Steven Shelton• Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
Located on 3.5 acres on Morgan Bay, with 185 feet of deepwater frontage, this home is ready for your touch with a few minor upgrades. Built on a slab, facing South and East, the windows were positioned to let the outdoors in. You'll find sunny cheerful spots throughout the home, with water views of Morgan Bay. Currently 2 bedrooms, but with modifications a third bedroom could easily be made. Oak floors, tile countertops, cathedral ceiling in the kitchen, center island, cherry cabinets, and spiral stairs in the living room with windows facing the water. Off the living room is a sweet cozy kook with unobstructed views of the Bay and an outside entrance to the front lawn. A two car garage, hard wired generator, and privacy as well!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$6,853 (−12.1%)
$389,000 + $394,200
$783,200
2023
$7,800 (+6.8%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2022
$7,302 (+4.6%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2021
$6,983 (+4.3%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2020
$6,693 (+6.8%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2019
$6,264 (+8.1%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2018
$5,795
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2017
$5,795 (+3.1%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2016
$5,621 (−3.0%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2015
$5,795 (+13.6%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2014
$5,100 (+4.8%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2013
$4,868
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
Tax history for 766 Morgan Bay Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$6,853 (−12.1%)
$389,000 + $394,200
$783,200
2023
$7,800 (+6.8%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2022
$7,302 (+4.6%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2021
$6,983 (+4.3%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2020
$6,693 (+6.8%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2019
$6,264 (+8.1%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2018
$5,795
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2017
$5,795 (+3.1%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2016
$5,621 (−3.0%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2015
$5,795 (+13.6%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2014
$5,100 (+4.8%)
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
2013
$4,868
$357,000 + $222,500
$579,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Generator
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,030
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1980
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,030
Levels: Multi-Level
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $152,460
Lot Size (Acres): 3.5
Lot Size Source: Survey
Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Open, Rural
Zoning: shoreland
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Morgan Bay
Water Body Type: Bay, Ocean
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $7,302
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Stove, Hot Water, Baseboard
Electric: Underground, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: Other Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 766 Morgan Bay Road, Blue Hill, ME 04614
Directions: from Blue Hill head to East Blue Hill RT 176, take a left onto Morgan Bay Rd and continue to #766 on the right. From Ellsworth take Rt 172 to Morgan Bay Rd #766 is on the right in Blue Hill.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.5 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Hancock County
APN: 620970
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Blue Hill Consolidated School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 5.4mi
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Climate risks
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
40% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$851,000 – $1.03M
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