This 3 bedroom 2 bath Cape style home is just minutes to downtown Brunswick and all of Harpswell's amenities, yet offers a nice country feel. Situated on 4+ acres offer many options of a Gentleman's Farm or gift shop. Overlook the fields and vegetable garden from your side deck/porch. There is a detached garage, 2 sheds that have power & a detached workshop. There is also an old horse stable and chicken coup in the field. A living room/bedroom addition was added in years past which give a vaulted ceiling and office. This is a must see property.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
4.39 acresLot Size
$313Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Frederic Rowe• Rob Williams Real Estate Brokers
Bought with Erin Oldham Susan Kendeigh• Portside Real Estate Group
Artfully blending the character of the original Cape with a modern, open and sun drenched addition. This wonderful home offers a fun and functional floor plan with 'My Space' for every member of the family. Spacious living room with vaulted ceiling, oak floor and built ins. Large family room or first floor master bedroom with vaulted ceiling and lots of glass overlooking the fielded and private back yard. Diverse bedroom and office options. Hot water baseboard heat, virtually new metal roof, full basement. Wonderful open back yard offers abundant sunshine for the gardening enthusiast, for chickens, and other mini-farm pursuits. Close to acres of conserved land, and just minutes to Bowdoin College and all things Brunswick.
MREIS #748508
May 31, 2005
Listed
$295,000
$145/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$6,974 (+2.4%)
$61,800 + $230,600
$292,400
2023
$6,810 (+10.2%)
$61,800 + $230,600
$292,400
2022
$6,182 (+16.0%)
$61,800 + $223,200
$285,000
2021
$5,328 (+2.8%)
$61,800 + $193,600
$255,400
2020
$5,184 (+18.2%)
$61,800 + $192,700
$254,500
2019
$4,386 (+4.2%)
$61,800 + $160,600
$222,400
2018
$4,208 (+3.0%)
$61,800 + $160,600
$222,400
2017
$4,085 (−20.1%)
$61,800 + $160,600
$222,400
2016
$5,113 (+3.5%)
$40,300 + $133,900
$174,200
2015
$4,940 (+3.5%)
$40,300 + $133,900
$174,200
2014
$4,773
$40,300 + $133,900
$174,200
Tax history for 517 Harpswell Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$6,974 (+2.4%)
$61,800 + $230,600
$292,400
2023
$6,810 (+10.2%)
$61,800 + $230,600
$292,400
2022
$6,182 (+16.0%)
$61,800 + $223,200
$285,000
2021
$5,328 (+2.8%)
$61,800 + $193,600
$255,400
2020
$5,184 (+18.2%)
$61,800 + $192,700
$254,500
2019
$4,386 (+4.2%)
$61,800 + $160,600
$222,400
2018
$4,208 (+3.0%)
$61,800 + $160,600
$222,400
2017
$4,085 (−20.1%)
$61,800 + $160,600
$222,400
2016
$5,113 (+3.5%)
$40,300 + $133,900
$174,200
2015
$4,940 (+3.5%)
$40,300 + $133,900
$174,200
2014
$4,773
$40,300 + $133,900
$174,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.35 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,086
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
93223
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, On Site, Detached, Off Street
Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Auto Door Opener, Detached
Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Metal
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,037
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Pool/Spa Information
Has Spa
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1954
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,037
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $191,228.40
Lot Size (Acres): 4.39
Lot Size Source: Survey
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Pasture/Field, Open, Agricultural, Level, Interior Lot, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Rural, Near Railroad
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: RP-1
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: None
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,701
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Stove, Hot Water, Baseboard
Electric: On Site, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Oil, Tank
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
School Information
High School District: Brunswick Public Schools
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 517 Harpswell Road, Brunswick, ME 04011
Directions: From Brunswick(Bowdoin College) approximately 3 miles south on Rt. 123. House is on the left just past the intersection of Middle Bay Road.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,086
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 93223
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
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Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
Brunswick Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
Brunswick High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
6/10
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$606,000 – $733,000
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