Quintessential 1920's Maine Island cottage located in the very desirable Beach Cove neighborhood. Warm and cozy, surprisingly spacious with a wood burning stove, loft area, private back yard with deck and a big open front porch for your enjoyment. Needs some work, work has already begun. Septic design will be available.
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$295,800
Est. take-home
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Market trends in 04050, ME
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
92.1%
+0.2% MoM
Median sale price
$887K
$312K MoM
Avg. days on market
83d
18 days MoM
Recently sold homes
2
1 MoM
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Sale history for 23 Messalonskee Rd
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1234521
Apr 20, 2016
Sold
$185,500
$220/sq ft
Nov 30, 2015
Price Changed
$197,500
$235/sq ft
Aug 22, 2015
Listed
$210,000
$249/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,579 (+7.2%)
$101,920 + $248,294
$350,214
2024
$2,406 (−6.1%)
$101,920 + $248,294
$350,214
2023
$2,563 (+13.6%)
$112,950 + $186,844
$299,794
2022
$2,257 (+15.3%)
$112,950 + $167,711
$280,661
2021
$1,957 (+50.2%)
$112,950 + $130,489
$243,439
2020
$1,303 (+2.1%)
$112,950 + $52,412
$165,362
2019
$1,276 (+2.5%)
$112,950 + $48,930
$161,880
2018
$1,245
$112,950 + $48,930
$161,880
2017
$1,245
$112,950 + $48,930
$161,880
2016
$1,245
$112,950 + $48,930
$161,880
2015
$1,245 (+7.4%)
$112,950 + $48,930
$161,880
2014
$1,159
$112,950 + $48,930
$161,880
Tax history for 23 Messalonskee Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,579 (+7.2%)
$101,920 + $248,294
$350,214
2024
$2,406 (−6.1%)
$101,920 + $248,294
$350,214
2023
$2,563 (+13.6%)
$112,950 + $186,844
$299,794
2022
$2,257 (+15.3%)
$112,950 + $167,711
$280,661
2021
$1,957 (+50.2%)
$112,950 + $130,489
$243,439
2020
$1,303 (+2.1%)
$112,950 + $52,412
$165,362
2019
$1,276 (+2.5%)
$112,950 + $48,930
$161,880
2018
$1,245
$112,950 + $48,930
$161,880
2017
$1,245
$112,950 + $48,930
$161,880
2016
$1,245
$112,950 + $48,930
$161,880
2015
$1,245 (+7.4%)
$112,950 + $48,930
$161,880
2014
$1,159
$112,950 + $48,930
$161,880
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Cumberland County
APN
187255
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: No Driveway, On Site
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 5
Interior Features: Compost Toilet
Furnished: Furnished
Refrigerator, Gas Range
Accessibility Features: 32 - 36 Inch Doors
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof: Fiberglass
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 842
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Other Structures: Outhouse/Privy
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1920
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 842
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $10,018.80
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Other Location, Open
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
Zoning: Res
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: Beach Cove
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1,159
Tax Year: 2014
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove, Direct Vent Heater
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Design Available, Septic Needed
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 23 Messalonskee Road, Long Island, ME 04050
Directions: Messalonskee is on the back side of the island: go left on Island Ave after getting off ferry, then 2nd right onto Leavitt, then left onto Fern Ave. , to first right onto Messalonskee. Bear right on Messalonskee to first red cottage on the right.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 187255
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Long Island Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
King Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.9mi
2/10
Portland High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.2mi
4/10
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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 86° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$417,000 – $504,000
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