Enjoy year-round, oceanfront living in this updated 2-bedroom home on Doughty Cove. This fully renovated residence offers picturesque water views from a private, landscaped backyard. The property has been extensively updated with a new full-house generator, a new water filtration system, and efficient heat pumps for year-round comfort. Kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding are right at your doorstep, with a new retaining wall and stairs providing direct access to the shore. Inside, the open floor plan is well-appointed with high-quality finishes. The first-floor primary suite provides a peaceful and private space. Additional updates include new appliances and a detached garage. Situated in a quiet seaside neighborhood, the property is conveniently located near Harpswell's many trails, beaches, and local amenities. This move-in-ready home offers a tranquil coastal lifestyle just minutes from downtown Brunswick and Bowdoin College and within reach of Portland. Potential Airbnb/VRBO/Rental Turnkey opportunity as sellers are willing to sell the home completely furnished for an additional 30K. A few personal items exempt.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$578Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Thomas Kennedy• Cottage & Co Real Estate
Bought with Dennis Duggan• Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Enjoythe oceanfront with picturesque long views from this fully updated year round home. Everything has been done to make this perfect and move-in ready! Major updates include a first floor suite, appliances, garage, 2 bedroom septic and a rugged new retaining wall with stairs to the shore. Enjoy kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding and boating from the protection of Doughty Cove. Sit on the deck and enjoy beautiful sunsets and wildlife from your back yard, Harpswell's many beaches and trails, all nestled quietly in this little seaside neighborhood. Offers Due Wednesday the 10th before 5:00
MREIS #1326253
Apr 13, 2018
Sold
$266,000
$193/sq ft
Oct 23, 2017
Price Changed
$275,000
$200/sq ft
Sep 14, 2017
Listed
$284,500
$207/sq ft
+23
Very Charming and move in ready cottage. Open floor plan leads to a large, private waterfront deck. Many updates, all new kitchen, wood floors, heat, custom tile bathroom, and 2nd floor master. Well done landscaping and surprisingly large yard with quiet ocean front sitting area. A must see!
MREIS #1150884
Nov 8, 2014
Sold
$249,000
$181/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,297 (+4.7%)
$169,000 + $326,100
$495,100
2024
$3,149 (+4.3%)
$169,000 + $326,100
$495,100
2023
$3,020 (+31.0%)
$169,000 + $326,100
$495,100
2022
$2,306 (+15.2%)
$169,000 + $221,900
$390,900
2021
$2,001 (+25.1%)
$133,000 + $163,000
$296,000
2020
$1,599 (+0.6%)
$133,000 + $104,300
$237,300
2019
$1,590 (+4.2%)
$133,000 + $104,300
$237,300
2018
$1,526 (+0.3%)
$131,200 + $104,300
$235,500
2017
$1,521 (+0.9%)
$131,200 + $104,300
$235,500
2016
$1,507 (+2.5%)
$131,200 + $104,300
$235,500
2015
$1,470
$131,200 + $104,300
$235,500
Tax history for 18 First Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,297 (+4.7%)
$169,000 + $326,100
$495,100
2024
$3,149 (+4.3%)
$169,000 + $326,100
$495,100
2023
$3,020 (+31.0%)
$169,000 + $326,100
$495,100
2022
$2,306 (+15.2%)
$169,000 + $221,900
$390,900
2021
$2,001 (+25.1%)
$133,000 + $163,000
$296,000
2020
$1,599 (+0.6%)
$133,000 + $104,300
$237,300
2019
$1,590 (+4.2%)
$133,000 + $104,300
$237,300
2018
$1,526 (+0.3%)
$131,200 + $104,300
$235,500
2017
$1,521 (+0.9%)
$131,200 + $104,300
$235,500
2016
$1,507 (+2.5%)
$131,200 + $104,300
$235,500
2015
$1,470
$131,200 + $104,300
$235,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,408
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
149234
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: 1
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, On Site, Detached
Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Features: Closet
Room 2 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Features: Eat-In Kitchen, Heat Stove
Room 3 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Heat Stove
Room 4 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: First
Features: Closet, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)