Capture a piece of Harpswell's seafaring history! Built by Sea Captain Norton Stover in 1830, this stately home retains an historic right of way to the old stone wharf in Harpswell Harbor where the captain oversaw the construction of 21 masted schooners. The ship captains house retains all of its Greek Revival classic character while providing the comfort of updated amenities. A major renovation in 2015 brought new life to the house with new systems, windows, wiring, plumbing, insulation, doors, interior and exterior paint and new kitchen and baths. The current owner has added a generously proportioned 2 car garage with electric car hook up and a new mudroom containing a pet bathing station. In every direction water activities abound. The deeded right of way grants deep water access to Harpswell Harbor. There is a mooring for your boat that also will convey. Within steps of the house is the Curtis Cove Preserve providing access to the shore of Middle Bay on the west side of the peninsula. Less than a half mile away is Mitchell Field which provides shore access as well as walking trails popular with the local canine population. The beauty of the house is enhanced by the original wide plank flooring and high ceilings. Views of Harpswell sound and Orrs and Bailey Islands can be enjoyed from the living room and study and 2 of the upstairs bedrooms. The house sits on one acre with a level grassy lawn and small apple orchard. As a bonus the house still has an current home warranty is good for 3 more years. Other improvements include new heat pumps, water heater, well pump, and whole house generator. Do not miss this unique opportunity!
Single-familyProperty Type
1830Year Built
0.91 acresLot Size
$351Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jane Meisenbach• Keller Williams Realty
Listed by Richard Meisenbach• Keller Williams Realty
Bought with Brenton {Brent} Sawyer• Portside Real Estate Group
Bought with Elisabeth Cardali• Portside Real Estate Group
Now available for sale is Sea Captain Norton Stover's home. The home offers just the right amount of old and new, with distant water views, deep water dock access on Harpswell Sound and a mooring, The house is positioned perfectly on a open, well landscaped lot complete with mini apple orchid and small barn . With high ceilings, a spacious & updated eat-in kitchen, updated baths, this 3+ bedroom home is truly turn-key and ready to be enjoyed. The property has a shared right of way to Harpswell Sound and Stover's Cove where you can moor your boat and put in your kayak or paddle board to enjoy easy access to Harpswell's many water amenities. If you love old homes with history this is the one for you. Exterior architectural features like porch columns, wide fluted corner boards and dental trim are impressive. The wide plank floor boards, high coffered ceilings on the first and second floors make this 2,500 square foot home feel much larger and grander than it is. Capt. Stover over saw the building of 21 masted vessels here in Harpswell and sailed to exotic ports for commerce. The home was occupied by his wife and 3 daughters. Come and live a Captain's Life. Home improvements and updates include new wiring, plumbing, insulation, windows, interior and exterior paint to name just some of the improvements here. The antique wide pine floors were refinished where possible and replaced where necessary.
MREIS #1123976
May 29, 2015
Sold
$190,000
$72/sq ft
Mar 16, 2015
Price Changed
$175,000
$66/sq ft
Mar 5, 2015
Listed
$195,000
$74/sq ft
+13
Classic Greek Revival waterview home situated on almost 1 acre. Two parlors with fireplaces and additional guest space. Some updating needed. Deeded water access. Detached workshop.
MREIS #705907
May 19, 2004
Listed
$295,000
$112/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,716 (+16.7%)
$91,200 + $616,900
$708,100
2024
$4,042 (+13.3%)
$91,200 + $544,400
$635,600
2023
$3,569 (+3.4%)
$91,200 + $493,900
$585,100
2022
$3,452 (+17.5%)
$91,200 + $493,900
$585,100
2021
$2,939 (+0.3%)
$85,200 + $349,500
$434,700
2020
$2,930 (+59.2%)
$85,200 + $349,500
$434,700
2019
$1,840 (+3.4%)
$85,200 + $189,500
$274,700
2018
$1,780 (+0.3%)
$85,200 + $189,500
$274,700
2017
$1,775 (+0.2%)
$85,200 + $189,500
$274,700
2016
$1,772 (−2.3%)
$85,200 + $191,600
$276,800
2015
$1,813 (−7.5%)
$85,800 + $204,700
$290,500
2013
$1,960
$85,800 + $253,300
$339,100
Tax history for 1520 Harpswell Neck Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,716 (+16.7%)
$91,200 + $616,900
$708,100
2024
$4,042 (+13.3%)
$91,200 + $544,400
$635,600
2023
$3,569 (+3.4%)
$91,200 + $493,900
$585,100
2022
$3,452 (+17.5%)
$91,200 + $493,900
$585,100
2021
$2,939 (+0.3%)
$85,200 + $349,500
$434,700
2020
$2,930 (+59.2%)
$85,200 + $349,500
$434,700
2019
$1,840 (+3.4%)
$85,200 + $189,500
$274,700
2018
$1,780 (+0.3%)
$85,200 + $189,500
$274,700
2017
$1,775 (+0.2%)
$85,200 + $189,500
$274,700
2016
$1,772 (−2.3%)
$85,200 + $191,600
$276,800
2015
$1,813 (−7.5%)
$85,800 + $204,700
$290,500
2013
$1,960
$85,800 + $253,300
$339,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.91 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,640
Year built
1830
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
146521
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Attached Garage: Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, On Site, Inside Entrance
Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Attached, Auto Door Opener, Direct Entry to Living
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Features: Built-Ins, Closet, Separate Shower, Suite
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Features: Balcony/Deck
Room 3 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Gas Fireplace
Room 4 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Features: Eat-In Kitchen, Heat Stove, Kitchen Island, Pantry