OFF MARKET

Off Market Oct 2018 for $529K

$1,048,608

•

2,319

sq ft

490 Harpswell Island Rd, Harpswell, ME 04079

About this home

Set on spectacular grounds, this updated antique 4 bedroom coastal cape has wide pine floors, three original fireplaces, and a well preserved barn with detached bunk house. The expansive property is lined with historic stone walls, features mature hardwoods, and offers vintage apple trees and gardens. Newer additions include a post and beam kitchen and dining wing with cathedral ceilings a brick hearth/wood stove all overlooking a private stone patio nestled in well landscaped back yard which gently slopes to a pristine salt water marsh and Harpswell's largest conservation area. A perfect location, close to town and route 1, yet a short walk to your deeded deep water dock, float, and mooring. New owners will appreciate ample storage from the post and beam barn, a tractor shed, and the detached 2 car garage.

Single-familyProperty Type

1772Year Built

6.1 acresLot Size

$452Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Bruce Davis • Engel & Volkers Casco Bay

Bought with Jane Leonard • RE/MAX Shoreline

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•Source:MREIS #1348702

Redfin Estimate

$1,048,608

$520K since sold in October 2018$28K since July

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This home's estimate is 9.7% higher than the average sale price ($956K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD BY REDFIN AUG 12, 2026
$610,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths2,297 sq ft
633 Harpswell Rd, Brunswick, ME 04011
SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$795,000
B
4 beds3 baths3,033 sq ft
136 Bethel Point Rd, Harpswell, ME 04079
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$2,200,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,150 sq ft
9 Beverly Blvd, Phippsburg, ME 04562
SOLD JUL 9, 2026
$1,000,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,484 sq ft
42 Ridgeview Ln, Harpswell, ME 04079
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$355,000
E
5 beds2.5 baths1,817 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 22, 2026
$775,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,675 sq ft
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$631,333

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Market trends in 04079, ME

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.7%

+0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$925K

$132K MoM

Avg. days on market

13d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

7 MoM

New listings for sale

$985,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,312 sq ft
28 Headland Rd, Harpswell, ME 04079
OPEN SEP 5, 12PM TO 2PM
$459,000
2 beds1 bath891 sq ft
54 Indian Rest Rd, Harpswell, ME 04079
$549,000
2 beds1 bath782 sq ft
45 Eider Rd, Harpswell, ME 04079
$795,000
2 beds1.5 baths1,076 sq ft
63 Kopaddy Trl, Harpswell, ME 04079
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Sale history for 490 Harpswell Island Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,594 (+4.7%)

$277,800 + $412,000

$689,800

2024

$4,387 (+4.3%)

$277,800 + $412,000

$689,800

2023

$4,208 (+3.4%)

$277,800 + $412,000

$689,800

2022

$4,070 (+14.9%)

$277,800 + $412,000

$689,800

2021

$3,543 (+0.3%)

$225,700 + $298,400

$524,100

2020

$3,532 (+0.6%)

$225,700 + $298,400

$524,100

2019

$3,511 (+20.5%)

$225,700 + $298,400

$524,100

2018

$2,913 (+0.3%)

$225,700 + $223,900

$449,600

2017

$2,904 (+0.9%)

$225,700 + $223,900

$449,600

2016

$2,877 (+2.5%)

$225,700 + $223,900

$449,600

2015

$2,806 (+8.0%)

$225,700 + $223,900

$449,600

2013

$2,599

$225,700 + $223,900

$449,600

Tax history for 490 Harpswell Island Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,594 (+4.7%)

$277,800 + $412,000

$689,800

2024

$4,387 (+4.3%)

$277,800 + $412,000

$689,800

2023

$4,208 (+3.4%)

$277,800 + $412,000

$689,800

2022

$4,070 (+14.9%)

$277,800 + $412,000

$689,800

2021

$3,543 (+0.3%)

$225,700 + $298,400

$524,100

2020

$3,532 (+0.6%)

$225,700 + $298,400

$524,100

2019

$3,511 (+20.5%)

$225,700 + $298,400

$524,100

2018

$2,913 (+0.3%)

$225,700 + $223,900

$449,600

2017

$2,904 (+0.9%)

$225,700 + $223,900

$449,600

2016

$2,877 (+2.5%)

$225,700 + $223,900

$449,600

2015

$2,806 (+8.0%)

$225,700 + $223,900

$449,600

2013

$2,599

$225,700 + $223,900

$449,600

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6.1 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,319

Year built

1772

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cumberland County

APN

149012

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: 2
Parking Features: Basement, 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, Detached, Underground
Vehicle Storage: 4+ Car, Detached, Underground, Basement

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3

Room 1 Information
Type: Family Room
Level: First
Features: Wood-Burning Fireplace

Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Full Bath, Skylight, Suite

Room 3 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dining Area, Heat Stove, Skylight, Wood-Burning Fireplace

Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom 4
Level: First
Features: Heat Stove

Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: First
Features: Above Garage, Full Bath, Heat Stove, Suite

Room 6 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Wood-Burning Fireplace

Room 7 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet, Full Bath, Suite

Room 8 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Features: Breakfast Nook, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-In Kitchen, Heat Stove, Skylight

Room 9 Information
Type: Office
Level: First

Room 10 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: First
Features: Wood-Burning Fireplace

Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Full

Interior Features
# of Rooms: 9
Flooring: Wood

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Stone
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Post & Beam
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,319
Building Area Source: Public Records

Exterior Features
Other Structures: Barn(s)

Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1772
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,319

Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $265,716
Lot Size (Acres): 6.1
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Abuts Conservation, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: interior/shore

Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Quahog Bay
Water Body Type: Bay
Water View: Seasonal

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,806
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove, Hot Water
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities On: No
Water Source: Private
Water Heater: Off Heating System

Location

Location Information
Unparsed Address: 490 Harpswell Island Road, Harpswell, ME 04079
Directions: From Cooks Corner travel south along US Route 24 toward Lands End. Continue over the Gurnet Bridge to Great Island. Continue for 2.0 miles to the Great Island Boat Yard. The property will be on your right 0.3 miles past the Great Island Boat Yard Entrance

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,319
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6.1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1772
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 149012

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Harpswell Community School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

9/10

Mt Ararat Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.8mi

6/10

Mt Ararat High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.3mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 86° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

63% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Harpswell, ME • 04079

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In this area, properties receive around 8.3 hours in June and 4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$997,000 – $1.21M

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Home values near 490 Harpswell Island Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
451 Harpswell Islands Road, Harpswell, ME 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3020 Sq. Ft.	$1,309,519
477 Harpswell Islands Road, Harpswell, ME 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2685 Sq. Ft.	$1,589,906

Address	Redfin Estimate
507 Harpswell Islands Road, Harpswell, ME 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1938 Sq. Ft.	$611,004
455 Harpswell Islands Road, Harpswell, ME 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 854 Sq. Ft.	$535,142

Address	Redfin Estimate
520 Harpswell Islands Road, Harpswell, ME 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1064 Sq. Ft.	$356,053
461 Harpswell Islands Road, Harpswell, ME 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1488 Sq. Ft.	$1,461,606

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