OFF MARKET

Off Market Nov 2021 for $860K

$1,537,658

•

1,725

sq ft

1598 Turtle Head Rd, Islesboro, ME 04848

About this home

Year-round cottage overlooking Penobscot Bay. Located near Turtle Head Preserve this property has nearly 5 acres and over 300' of shoreline frontage with a panoramic view and breathtaking sunsets. The first floor has a master en suite with soaking tub. There are vaulted ceilings and ocean view windows in the master bedroom, library, dining and living room. The first floor also has an open kitchen, full bath and laundry area. The second floor has two bedrooms and a full bathroom. One bedroom feature's a queen size built-in ''Captain's Bed''. A spiral staircase will lead you to the third story ''Crow's Nest''. This popular room has a 345 degree view, a wet bar and is currently used as a fourth bedroom. The house has a FHW baseboard heating system plus a portion of the downstairs has a heat pump with air conditioning. Also included is a wood stove, automatic generator and 1GB fiber optic internet service. There is a separate garage with a loft and generous storage space. The large yard features a high bush blueberry grove, fenced in garden area and flowering bushes. The home is being offered furnished, giving you the opportunity to move in, relax then decide how to add your personal signature. Please see our Video, 3D Tour, and floor plans as well.

Single-familyProperty Type

1985Year Built

4.87 acresLot Size

$891Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Michael Lynch • Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Michael Lynch • Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

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•Source:MREIS #1496328

Redfin Estimate

$1,537,658

$678K since sold in November 2021$176K since July

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This home's estimate is 229% higher than the average sale price ($467K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$625,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths1,706 sq ft
99 Woods Rd, Belfast, ME 04915
SOLD NOV 12, 2025
$510,000
B
3 beds3 baths1,750 sq ft
770 Cape Jellison Rd, Stockton Springs, ME 04981
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$675,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,944 sq ft
1014 Main Rd, Islesboro, ME 04848
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$330,600
D
2 beds3 baths1,120 sq ft
8 Clipper Ln, Stockton Springs, ME 04981
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$469,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,958 sq ft
130 Moosehead Trail Hwy, Waldo, ME 04915
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$195,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,456 sq ft
33 Whittier Rd, Belfast, ME 04915

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$2,805/mo

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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

3 MoM

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Sale history for 1598 Turtle Head Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$12,200 (+7.1%)

$651,600 + $305,300

$956,900

2024

$11,387 (+8.2%)

$651,600 + $305,300

$956,900

2023

$10,526 (+15.7%)

$651,600 + $305,300

$956,900

2022

$9,095 (+2.0%)

$313,500 + $191,800

$505,300

2021

$8,919 (+3.8%)

$313,500 + $191,800

$505,300

2020

$8,590 (+2.1%)

$313,500 + $191,800

$505,300

2019

$8,413 (+1.8%)

$313,500 + $191,800

$505,300

2018

$8,262 (+3.5%)

$313,500 + $191,800

$505,300

2017

$7,984 (+0.4%)

$313,500 + $191,800

$505,300

2016

$7,953 (+5.2%)

$313,500 + $191,800

$505,300

2015

$7,559 (+9.3%)

$313,500 + $191,800

$505,300

2012

$6,918

$365,300 + $223,500

$588,800

Tax history for 1598 Turtle Head Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$12,200 (+7.1%)

$651,600 + $305,300

$956,900

2024

$11,387 (+8.2%)

$651,600 + $305,300

$956,900

2023

$10,526 (+15.7%)

$651,600 + $305,300

$956,900

2022

$9,095 (+2.0%)

$313,500 + $191,800

$505,300

2021

$8,919 (+3.8%)

$313,500 + $191,800

$505,300

2020

$8,590 (+2.1%)

$313,500 + $191,800

$505,300

2019

$8,413 (+1.8%)

$313,500 + $191,800

$505,300

2018

$8,262 (+3.5%)

$313,500 + $191,800

$505,300

2017

$7,984 (+0.4%)

$313,500 + $191,800

$505,300

2016

$7,953 (+5.2%)

$313,500 + $191,800

$505,300

2015

$7,559 (+9.3%)

$313,500 + $191,800

$505,300

2012

$6,918

$365,300 + $223,500

$588,800

*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

4.67 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,652

Year built

1985

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Waldo County

APN

529980

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: Storage Above, 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel, Detached
Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Detached, Storage Above

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3

Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Upper

Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Features: Closet, Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Room 3 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First

Room 4 Information
Type: Other Room
Level: Third

Room 5 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First

Room 6 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Heat Stove

Room 7 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: First
Features: Balcony/Deck, Closet, Full Bath, Suite, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

Room 8 Information
Type: Office
Level: First
Features: Built-Ins

Basement Information
Basement Entry: Dirt Floor, Crawl Space, Partial, Sump Pump, Exterior Only, Unfinished

Interior Features
# of Rooms: 8
Interior Features: Walk-in Closets, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Attic, Other, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
Furnished: Furnished
Washer, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher, Cooktop
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
Other Equipment: Generator, DSL

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Vertical Siding, Wood Frame
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,725
Building Area Source: Public Records

Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck

Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1985
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,725

Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $212,137.20
Lot Size (Acres): 4.87
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Other Location, Open, Level, Wooded, Abuts Conservation, Near Public Beach
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
Zoning: Res

Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Penobscot Bay
Water Body Type: Bay, Ocean
Water View: Yes

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $8,173
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Stove, Heat Pump, Baseboard
Has Cooling
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities On: No
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Off Heating System

Location

Location Information
Unparsed Address: 1598 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 04848
Directions: Last home on the left on Turtle Head Road. There is a name and address plaque on a tree at the head of the driveway.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,652
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.67 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: —
County: Waldo County
APN: 529980

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Islesboro Central School

Public K-12 • Assigned • 8.2mi

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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

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 90° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

71% 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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Historical weather

Islesboro, ME • 04848

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In this area, properties receive around 7.6 hours in June and 3.2 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.46M – $1.77M

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Home values near 1598 Turtle Head Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1583 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 900 Sq. Ft.	$932,699
1591 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2400 Sq. Ft.	$926,186

Address	Redfin Estimate
1601 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1470 Sq. Ft.	$932,797
1578 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 3 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3124 Sq. Ft.	$1,762,189

Address	Redfin Estimate
1588 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1792 Sq. Ft.	—
1549 Turtle Head Road, Islesboro, ME 1 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 864 Sq. Ft.	$397,906

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