OFF MARKET

Off Market Oct 2018 for $555K

$1,022,719

•

1,711

sq ft

978 Ripley Rd, Harrington, ME 04643

About this home

One of a kind - turn of the century Maine cottage - at the end of Ripley Pt Rd, is on the market for only the 2nd time in over 100 years. This historically significant gem has been lovingly restored whenever work was needed, maintaining all of its' original charm and craftsmanship. Built by a master ship builder, "Fern Cottage" overlooks Harrington Bay, with 14+ wonderful acres of waterfront and forests with moss-covered bottoms, and a wonderful beach - complete with original boathouse at water's edge. Everywhere you look you discover the details that are never seen in today's properties. Wooden hinges & handles, windows that turn into doors from the upstairs bedrooms to the wonderful balcony porch, and storage & closets everywhere (thank the boat builder). Originally a marine biologist's home, this is a multi-generational property, like most of the neighbors, that seldom hit the market. It is off the grid - and looking for its next forever family.

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

14.5 acresLot Size

$598Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Keryn Smith • Acadia Realty Group

Bought with Keryn Smith • Acadia Realty Group

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•Source:MREIS #1362461

Redfin Estimate

$1,022,719

$468K since sold in October 2018$174K since August

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This home's estimate is 245.4% higher than the average sale price ($296K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$266,000
A
4 beds1 bath1,643 sq ft
72 Old US Rte 1, Jonesboro, ME 04648
SOLD APR 24, 2026
$417,500
B
3 beds2 baths1,829 sq ft
462 Kansas Rd, Milbridge, ME 04658
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$370,000
C
4 beds2 baths1,750 sq ft
426 Point St, Addison, ME 04606
SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$308,050
D
4 beds2 baths1,248 sq ft
201 Milbridge Rd, Cherryfield, ME 04622
SOLD JAN 9, 2026
$180,000
E
5 beds1 bath1,568 sq ft
834 W West Bay Rd, Gouldsboro, ME 04607
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$235,000
F
2 beds1 bath1,140 sq ft
2 North Main St, Milbridge, ME 04658

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Market trends in 04643, ME

Last updated August 2026

Sale-to-List Price

94.4%

+1.9% MoM

Median sale price

$300K

$67 MoM

Avg. days on market

118d

77 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

New listings for sale

$650,000
4 beds3.5 baths3,400 sq ft
307 Oak Point Rd, Harrington, ME 04643
$325,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,600 sq ft
768 Ripley Neck Rd, Harrington, ME 04643
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$335,000
4 beds1.5 baths2,115 sq ft
26 Forest Hill St, Harrington, ME 04643
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Sale history for 978 Ripley Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,130 (+9.4%)

$304,356 + $239,076

$543,432

2023

$8,342 (+3.7%)

$296,855 + $199,716

$496,571

2022

$8,044 (+1.2%)

$296,855 + $199,716

$496,571

2021

$7,945 (−5.9%)

$296,855 + $199,716

$496,571

2020

$8,442

$296,855 + $199,716

$496,571

2019

$8,442

$296,855 + $199,716

$496,571

2018

$8,442 (+3.0%)

$296,855 + $199,716

$496,571

2017

$8,193 (+1.5%)

$296,855 + $199,716

$496,571

2016

$8,069 (+20.9%)

$296,855 + $199,716

$496,571

2015

$6,673 (+6.2%)

$296,855 + $90,000

$386,855

2014

$6,286 (+8.3%)

$296,855 + $90,000

$386,855

2013

$5,803

$296,855 + $90,000

$386,855

Tax history for 978 Ripley Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,130 (+9.4%)

$304,356 + $239,076

$543,432

2023

$8,342 (+3.7%)

$296,855 + $199,716

$496,571

2022

$8,044 (+1.2%)

$296,855 + $199,716

$496,571

2021

$7,945 (−5.9%)

$296,855 + $199,716

$496,571

2020

$8,442

$296,855 + $199,716

$496,571

2019

$8,442

$296,855 + $199,716

$496,571

2018

$8,442 (+3.0%)

$296,855 + $199,716

$496,571

2017

$8,193 (+1.5%)

$296,855 + $199,716

$496,571

2016

$8,069 (+20.9%)

$296,855 + $199,716

$496,571

2015

$6,673 (+6.2%)

$296,855 + $90,000

$386,855

2014

$6,286 (+8.3%)

$296,855 + $90,000

$386,855

2013

$5,803

$296,855 + $90,000

$386,855

*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

—

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

14.5 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

—

Year built

—

Style

Other

County

Washington County

APN

517377

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

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1

Room 1 Information
Type: Other Room
Level: Upper

Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second

Room 3 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Second

Room 4 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Features: Built-Ins

Room 5 Information
Type: Other Room 9
Level: Upper

Room 6 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Gas Fireplace

Room 7 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second

Room 8 Information
Type: Office
Level: First

Room 9 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second

Room 10 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First

Basement Information
Basement Entry: Crawl Space

Interior Features
# of Rooms: 11
Interior Features: Attic, Bathtub, Pantry, Storage
Furnished: Furnished
Refrigerator, Gas Range
Flooring: Wood
Other Equipment: Generator

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,711
Building Area Source: Measured

Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Porch, Screened
Other Structures: Outbuilding

Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1900
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,711

Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $631,620
Lot Size (Acres): 14.5
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Wooded, Rural
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
Zoning: shoreland

Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Harrington Bay
Water Body Type: Ocean
Water View: Yes

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $8,193
Tax Year: 2017

Utilities

Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove, No Heat System
Electric: Solar, Energy Storage Device
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities On: No
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Gas

Location

Location Information
Unparsed Address: 978 Ripley Road, Harrington, ME 04643
Directions: From Route 1 in Harrington, take the Marshville Road which turns into the Ripley Neck Rd. , and drive until you can't go any further. Town Road ends at the water pump, but a fire road continues to meander past all the cottages about another 1/2 mile.

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 14.5 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Washington County
APN: 517377

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026

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Milbridge Elementary School

Public PreK-6 • 4.3mi

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 83° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

8/10 Wind Factor

80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

1/10 Air Factor

0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$972,000 – $1.18M

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Home values near 978 Ripley Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
856 Ripley Rd, Harrington, ME 3 Beds \| - Baths \| 1000 Sq. Ft.	$593,248
25 Hotel Cove Rd, Harrington, ME 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2229 Sq. Ft.	$579,954

Address	Redfin Estimate
891 Ripley Rd, Harrington, ME 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1600 Sq. Ft.	$368,634
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Address	Redfin Estimate
29 Hotel Cove Rd, Harrington, ME 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1305 Sq. Ft.	—

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