In town Castine, on charming Perkins Street. Located in walking distance to village amenities. Restored and updated Pre-Civil War cape. The floor plan has been opened up with the entryway, living, and dining rooms flowing together. Kitchen on north side of the house with a separate entrance, a ceiling open to the peak, and light on three sides. There is a sitting room / library on the rear of the house with a fireplace, and sliding door onto a patio. The sitting room has a full bath and closet, it could be used as a bedroom. The patio is tucked behind the house, secluded from the street. Two full baths on the main floor, one with laundry. The primary bedroom is a few steeps up from the living room. Two bedroom, a third full bath, and the little 'birthing room' are accessed from the main staircase. 13KW generator. With more modern kitchen and baths, and the whole house is painted in off whites, lightening and brightening, it is the best of old and new.
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Market trends in 04420, ME
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Buyer's market
Sale-to-List Price
117.8%
+33.4% MoM
Median sale price
$688K
$62K MoM
Avg. days on market
49d
20 days MoM
Recently sold homes
2
1 MoM
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Sale history for 168 Perkins St
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1573048
Jun 3, 2024
Sold
$725,000
$363/sq ft
Mar 22, 2024
Price Changed
$775,000
$388/sq ft
Sep 25, 2023
Listed
$795,000
$398/sq ft
MREIS #1066707
Oct 19, 2012
Sold
$450,000
$225/sq ft
+16
Newly renovated antique cape; completely transformed into a "fresh-cottage-chic" look. Its all new furnace, wiring, plumbing and new kitchen; its light serene color palette; and it beautiful harbor water views make this a most appealing home.
MREIS #982016
Jun 29, 2010
Listed
$415,000
$208/sq ft
MREIS #936865
Jun 5, 2009
Listed
$449,500
$225/sq ft
MREIS #874230
Dec 10, 2007
Listed
$575,000
$288/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,526 (+13.7%)
$305,800 + $205,900
$511,700
2024
$4,861 (+6.1%)
$305,800 + $205,900
$511,700
2023
$4,581 (+5.7%)
$231,700 + $156,500
$388,200
2022
$4,336 (+14.0%)
$199,100 + $134,400
$333,500
2021
$3,802
$199,100 + $134,400
$333,500
2020
$3,802 (−3.0%)
$199,100 + $134,400
$333,500
2018
$3,919 (+0.1%)
$199,100 + $134,400
$333,500
2017
$3,914 (−11.0%)
$199,100 + $134,000
$333,100
2016
$4,396
$321,800 + $138,500
$460,300
2015
$4,396
$321,800 + $138,500
$460,300
2014
$4,396
$321,800 + $138,500
$460,300
Tax history for 168 Perkins St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,526 (+13.7%)
$305,800 + $205,900
$511,700
2024
$4,861 (+6.1%)
$305,800 + $205,900
$511,700
2023
$4,581 (+5.7%)
$231,700 + $156,500
$388,200
2022
$4,336 (+14.0%)
$199,100 + $134,400
$333,500
2021
$3,802
$199,100 + $134,400
$333,500
2020
$3,802 (−3.0%)
$199,100 + $134,400
$333,500
2018
$3,919 (+0.1%)
$199,100 + $134,400
$333,500
2017
$3,914 (−11.0%)
$199,100 + $134,000
$333,100
2016
$4,396
$321,800 + $138,500
$460,300
2015
$4,396
$321,800 + $138,500
$460,300
2014
$4,396
$321,800 + $138,500
$460,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Hancock County
APN
463571
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved
Vehicle Storage: 1 Car
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Room 1 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 3 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Second
Room 4 Information
Type: Family Room
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Library
Level: First
Room 6 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Room 7 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 8 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Full, Unfinished
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 8
Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dryer
Flooring: Wood, Laminate
Other Equipment: DSL, Cable
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Stone, Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,000
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1847
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,000
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $7,405.20
Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Open, Sidewalks, Historic District, Intown
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Village 1
Waterfront Information
Water Body Name: Castine
Water Body Type: Harbor
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,336
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Electric
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 168 Perkins Street, Castine, ME 04421
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Hancock County
APN: 463571
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
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Schools
Adams School
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
75% 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
$733,000 – $887,000
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