Piper's Bend is a 3,454 sq ft Midcentury Modern home on the Damariscotta River only a mile from downtown Damariscotta. The main floor features an open kitchen with a large pantry, a spacious dining area, a three-season porch with water views, a large living room with a wood fireplace, two full baths, two guest bedrooms, a second sitting room with water views, and a laundry room. The second floor boasts two oversized bedrooms with 18-foot ceilings, one of which offers walls of windows overlooking the water and a new en-suite bath. Outside, you'll enjoy two acres of privacy and natural beauty. Outdoor amenities include a tidal dock perfect for swimming, boating and gathering oysters, a large level lawn ideal for games or gatherings, and a fire pit overlooking a rolling field with organic currants, blueberries, asparagus and lupines. Additional features include a two-car carport, a heated two-car garage, a workshop, and a finished basement. Originally built by Maine author Bill Caldwell, Piper's Bend also shares ownership of Westview Point, a stunning peninsula at the end of the street, which provides stairs to the water, a picnic table, a kayak rack, and benches for enjoying water, sunset, and island views.
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
2.03 acresLot Size
$266Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by David Hagan• Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Piper's Bend is the site of the original farmstead where this handsome contemporary is now located. With deeded access on the Damariscotta River as well as shared association access on the water, this 3 bedroom, 3 bath home is sited to take advantage of river views to the south and east. Gracious floor plan includes an open kitchen/family room, sunroom, screened porch, front to back living room/dining area, 2 first floor bedrooms & master suite w/ office. Full basement, 2 car garage, close to town.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$9,355 (+18.2%)
$143,000 + $362,700
$505,700
2023
$7,914 (+12.1%)
$143,000 + $362,700
$505,700
2022
$7,058 (+4.7%)
$120,200 + $303,700
$423,900
2021
$6,740 (−0.6%)
$120,200 + $303,700
$423,900
2020
$6,782 (−0.6%)
$120,200 + $303,700
$423,900
2019
$6,825 (−1.2%)
$120,200 + $303,700
$423,900
2018
$6,910 (−3.1%)
$120,200 + $303,700
$423,900
2017
$7,133 (−2.3%)
$120,200 + $303,600
$423,800
2016
$7,298 (+0.9%)
$120,200 + $303,600
$423,800
2015
$7,230 (+8.0%)
$120,200 + $303,600
$423,800
2014
$6,696 (+4.6%)
$120,200 + $303,600
$423,800
2013
$6,399
$120,200 + $303,600
$423,800
Tax history for 53 Westview Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$9,355 (+18.2%)
$143,000 + $362,700
$505,700
2023
$7,914 (+12.1%)
$143,000 + $362,700
$505,700
2022
$7,058 (+4.7%)
$120,200 + $303,700
$423,900
2021
$6,740 (−0.6%)
$120,200 + $303,700
$423,900
2020
$6,782 (−0.6%)
$120,200 + $303,700
$423,900
2019
$6,825 (−1.2%)
$120,200 + $303,700
$423,900
2018
$6,910 (−3.1%)
$120,200 + $303,700
$423,900
2017
$7,133 (−2.3%)
$120,200 + $303,600
$423,800
2016
$7,298 (+0.9%)
$120,200 + $303,600
$423,800
2015
$7,230 (+8.0%)
$120,200 + $303,600
$423,800
2014
$6,696 (+4.6%)
$120,200 + $303,600
$423,800
2013
$6,399
$120,200 + $303,600
$423,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Washer, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Concrete, Carpet
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable, Air Radon Mitigation System
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Built-Ins, Utility Sink, 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier, Concrete Perimeter, Slab
Roof: Flat, Membrane, Pitched, Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 3,454
Building Area Source: Public Records
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1965
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,650
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 804
Green Energy Efficient: Water Heater
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $88,426.80
Lot Size (Acres): 2.03
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Level, Wooded, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Near Town, Neighborhood, Subdivided
Zoning: Residential
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Damariscotta River, Huston Cove
Water Body Type: Cove, River
Water View: Yes
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: Westview
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $10,256.33
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Hot Water, Baseboard
Has Cooling
Electric: On Site, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: $65
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 53 Westview Road, Damariscotta, ME 04543
Directions: GPS/From Main St. Damariscotta, travel south on Rt. 130 Bristol Road for 1.5 miles to Westview Road on the right. Property is located on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,454
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.03 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: —
County: Lincoln County
APN: 401992
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Great Salt Bay Community School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
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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
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7 days above 87° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$872,000 – $1.06M
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