A breath of fresh air! Enjoy the landscaping, natural surroundings and many outdoor spaces of this 4BD/3.5 BA cape set on 2 sunny acres in peaceful Eliot Maine. So many beautiful details and inviting nooks to enjoy in this warm and light filled 3300+ sq ft home. Features include a stunning rock wall that beautifully frames the home, landscaped rock fire pit, rich knotty pine enclosed sun room, hearth, small modern barn/shed, several outdoor living spaces for entertaining including 2 full patios and a wraparound deck, full daylight basement apartment with separate entrance/kitchen & bath, attached potting shed, and gorgeous exposed beam center staircase to name just a few. First floor has master bedroom suite with private deck slider, laundry, and office/flex spaces. Adorable 2nd story sleeping quarters, workout space, minutes to the beach and Portsmouth - and the list goes on! You must come see this well cared for home in desirable Eliot Maine before it is gone!
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
2 acresLot Size
$273Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Troy Williams• Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
Listed by Marjorie Rogers• Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
Bought with Troy Williams• Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
Bought with Tristan Swanson• Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
This charming cape offers a flexible floor plan with one floor living and the possibility of an in-law apartment. The, attached, 2-car garage provides easy entry into the sun room and kitchen. The first floor includes a large master suite, opening to a back yard deck, full master bath, first floor laundry, an office/craft room, and guest half bath; as well as a bright open living room, with wood burning fireplace, and formal dining room. A breakfast area overlooks the front patio, stone walls, and fruit trees, and the sun room offers another space to relax or dine. The abundance of windows contribute to the bright, airy, feel of this beautiful home. There are two charming additional bedrooms, and a full bath, on the second floor. The walk-out lower level offers a one bedroom apartment with family room, full bath, and kitchen. All set on a 2 acre lot abundant with fruit trees, plantings, decking, patios, and stone walls offering many ways to enjoy the outdoors.
PrimeMLS #2650006
Jul 27, 2007
Sold
$395,000
$138/sq ft
Jul 5, 2007
Delisted
—
Apr 23, 2007
Listed
$409,000
$143/sq ft
French Country Style Cape, custom designed and built by well known, Architect Lee Covington for his own residence. Home features parquet floors, bamboo floors, 2 massive brick fireplaces and open staircase. 19x41 open deck overlooks beautiful gardens and 8x8 green house. Many more quality features in this beautiful home.
MREIS #841774
Apr 23, 2007
Listed
$409,000
$143/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,807 (−2.4%)
$161,700 + $354,500
$516,200
2024
$5,952 (+6.9%)
$147,800 + $354,500
$502,300
2023
$5,566 (+4.4%)
$141,400 + $313,000
$454,400
2022
$5,330 (−3.2%)
$141,400 + $299,100
$440,500
2021
$5,504 (−2.1%)
$120,100 + $287,600
$407,700
2020
$5,623 (+7.1%)
$114,700 + $267,800
$382,500
2019
$5,251
$114,700 + $242,500
$357,200
2018
$5,251 (+2.8%)
$114,700 + $242,500
$357,200
2017
$5,108 (+2.7%)
$114,700 + $242,500
$357,200
2016
$4,972 (+0.3%)
$114,700 + $239,200
$353,900
2015
$4,955
$114,700 + $239,200
$353,900
Tax history for 23 Governor Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,807 (−2.4%)
$161,700 + $354,500
$516,200
2024
$5,952 (+6.9%)
$147,800 + $354,500
$502,300
2023
$5,566 (+4.4%)
$141,400 + $313,000
$454,400
2022
$5,330 (−3.2%)
$141,400 + $299,100
$440,500
2021
$5,504 (−2.1%)
$120,100 + $287,600
$407,700
2020
$5,623 (+7.1%)
$114,700 + $267,800
$382,500
2019
$5,251
$114,700 + $242,500
$357,200
2018
$5,251 (+2.8%)
$114,700 + $242,500
$357,200
2017
$5,108 (+2.7%)
$114,700 + $242,500
$357,200
2016
$4,972 (+0.3%)
$114,700 + $239,200
$353,900
2015
$4,955
$114,700 + $239,200
$353,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Laundry Features: Built-Ins, 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,855
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1965
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,144
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 711
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $87,120
Lot Size (Acres): 2
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Near Public Beach, Near Town
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: SD
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,251
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove, Hot Water, Forced Air, Baseboard
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 23 Governor Hill Road, Eliot, ME 03903
Directions: From US-1 South, turn right on to Beech Ridge Rd, 3.2 miles turn right on to ME-101 N, 2.7 miles turn left on to Depot Rd, 1.5 miles turn right on to State Rd, Turn left onto Governor Hill Rd, property on left, look for sign.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,144
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: —
County: York County
APN: 37172
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Eliot Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 1.7mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Estimated sale price
$741,000 – $897,000
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