The Artist Cottage is nestled unseen from the road on 1.5± acres with 150+/- feet of tidal waterfront on Islesboro Harbor offering stunning views of Islesboro Harbor, Bounty Cove and the narrows. This charming seasonal cottage is located in the desirable and seldom available mid-island neighborhood of Hewes Point, near Maddie Dodge Field, with tennis and pickleball courts at your disposal and the town library just around the corner. The cottage features approximately 768± total square feet, including a waterside screened-in porch and open deck where you can enjoy watching the sunset. The first floor includes an entry, first floor bedroom, a full bath with washer/dryer. An open floor plan with living room and wood fire stove, wraps around to a cottage kitchen. A heat pump provides modern comfort. The second floor offers a versatile open space with beds and a sitting area for reading or watching TV. The elongated rectangular lot includes a 12' x 8' storage barn with electricity that offers the potential for additional space. Move-in ready, the Artist Cottage exudes quintessential Maine charm and is ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat. The sheltered cove location allows for easy kayaking, beachcombing, and wildlife viewing. The additional barn offers storage and more. Stay connected with fiberoptic broadband internet with 1 gibibyte connection speeds. Islesboro is a 20-minute ride from the mainland town of Lincolnville, accessed by a public car ferry, water taxi or private boat or small airplane.
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
1.5 acresLot Size
$864Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by Virginia Hess• Cates Real Estate
Contact: info@catesre.com
Bought with Jody Ryan• Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
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Market trends in 04848, ME
Last updated July 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Buyer's market
Sale-to-List Price
95.3%
+0.5% MoM
Median sale price
$425K
$60K MoM
Avg. days on market
134d
14 days MoM
Recently sold homes
5
3 MoM
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Sale history for 138 Hewes Point Rd
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1616652
Aug 27, 2025
Sold
$520,000
$677/sq ft
Jul 14, 2025
Price Changed
$525,000
$684/sq ft
May 2, 2025
Price Changed
$595,000
$775/sq ft
Mar 27, 2025
Listed
$660,000
$859/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$318,000 + $102,300
$420,300
2024
$318,000 + $102,300
$420,300
2023
$4,623
$318,000 + $102,300
$420,300
Tax history for 138 Hewes Point Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$318,000 + $102,300
$420,300
2024
$318,000 + $102,300
$420,300
2023
$4,623
$318,000 + $102,300
$420,300
*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
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
572
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Waldo County
APN
530117
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Features: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 4 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 4
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom
Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Cooktop
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Clapboard, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 768
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Porch, Screened
Other Structures: Barn(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1990
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 768
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $65,340
Lot Size (Acres): 1.5
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Open, Level, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Residential
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Penobscot Bay
Water Body Type: Bay, Cove, Harbor
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,002
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove, Heat Pump
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 138 Hewes Point Road, Islesboro, ME 04848
Directions: At the end of Ferry Road, turn right onto Mill Creek Road. Take Mill Creek to the intersection with Pendleton Point Road. Turn left onto Main Road for just over a mile to Hewes Point Road. Take Hewes Point Road . 2 miles, property will be on your left.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 572
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: —
County: Waldo County
APN: 530117
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Islesboro Central School
Public K-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
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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 89° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
69% 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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In this area, properties receive around 7.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$631,000 – $764,000
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