OFF MARKET

Off market jun 2024 for $1.2M

$1,139,740

•

2,258

sq ft

171 South Rd, Matinicus, ME 04851

About this home

Welcome to your coastal sanctuary on Matinicus Island! This picturesque estate offers a perfect blend of historic charm and modern comforts, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean in Penobscot Bay. With over 80 acres of rolling meadows & mature red spruce forest, this antique two-chimney cape boasts 4-5 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, ideal for families or serene getaways. The foyer's stunning curved ceiling sets the tone for the home's unique character. Wood flooring, double living rooms, and a sunny kitchen create inviting spaces. Ample storage, a convenient half bath and oceanview bedroom on the first floor and a second-floor sitting room accompany the bedrooms and full bath upstairs. The property features 5,555 feet of ocean frontage, including a soft sandy beach and dramatic rocky bluff, perfect for beachcombing and lobster bakes. Explore the extensive trail system or utilize the 24x36 2-story post and beam barn for storage or conversion. Experience true island living at its finest, where the beauty of nature takes center stage, offering peace and tranquility like no other place on Earth. Don't miss out on your chance to make this coastal oasis your own. Schedule a showing today and let the beauty of Matinicus Island captivate your heart.

Single-familyProperty Type

1850Year Built

84 acresLot Size

$505Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Kristin Heal • Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Ellen Bunker • RE/MAX JARET & COHN

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•Source:MREIS #1589457

Redfin Estimate

$1,139,740

$110K since sold in June 2024$79K since September

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This home's estimate is 134.4% higher than the average sale price ($486K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$350,000
A
4 beds2 baths2,382 sq ft
53 Elm St, South Thomaston, ME 04858
SOLD SEP 1, 2026
$290,000
B
4 beds2 baths2,054 sq ft
50 E Boston Rd, Vinalhaven, ME 04863
SOLD JUN 8, 2026
$1,150,000
C
4 beds2 baths2,430 sq ft
27 Clamshell Aly, Vinalhaven, ME 04863
SOLD SEP 28, 2026
$600,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths2,028 sq ft
34 Mechanic St, Rockland, ME 04841
SOLD OCT 10, 2025
$288,000
E
4 beds1 bath2,104 sq ft
89 Buttermilk Ln, South Thomaston, ME 04858
SOLD SEP 17, 2026
$240,000
F
3 beds1 bath671 sq ft
1013 Hummingbird Ln, Vinalhaven, ME 04863

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$1,858/mo

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Market trends in 04851, ME

Last updated September 2026

Sale-to-List Price

94.7%

0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$558K

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Avg. days on market

92d

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Sale history for 171 South Rd

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Last updated by owner on May 14, 2024.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Storage Above, 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, On Site, Detached, Off Street
Vehicle Storage: 3 Car, Detached, Other Vehicle Storage, Storage Above

Interior

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Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 1

Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Features: Closet

Room 2 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Features: Eat-In Kitchen

Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Second

Room 4 Information
Type: Mud Room
Level: First

Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: First

Room 6 Information
Type: Den
Level: Second

Room 7 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Wood-Burning Fireplace

Room 8 Information
Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Features: Closet

Room 9 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Features: Closet

Room 10 Information
Type: Family Room
Level: First
Features: Heat Stove

Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Bulkhead, Unfinished

Interior Features
# of Rooms: 10
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub, Shower, Storage
Furnished: Furnished
Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range
Flooring: Wood

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Has Fireplace

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Stone
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,258

Exterior Features
Other Structures: Barn(s)

Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1850
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,258

Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $3,659,040
Lot Size (Acres): 84
Lot Size Source: Seller
Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Pasture/Field, Open, Level, Wooded, Near Golf Course, Rural
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
Zoning: NA

Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Island: Yes
Water Body Name: Cato Cove, Penobscot Bay, Atlantic Ocean
Water Body Type: Bay, Cove, Ocean
Water View: Yes

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $9,242
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove, Hot Water, Baseboard
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Electric

Location

Location Information
Unparsed Address: 171 South Road, Matinicus Isle Plt, ME 04851
Directions: Transportation will need to be arranged in advance, by private boat, water taxi or charter plane through Penobscot Island Air.

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Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Knox County
APN: —

Home facts updated by county records on May 14, 2024

Around this home

Schools

Matinicus Elementary School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

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Lifestyle

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Matinicus, ME • 04851

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Estimated sale price

$1.08M – $1.31M

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Home values near 171 South Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
135 South Road, Matinicus, ME 7 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2405 Sq. Ft.	$359,679
1 Post Office Road, Matinicus, ME 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 920 Sq. Ft.	$354,061

Address	Redfin Estimate
111 South Road, Matinicus, ME 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1288 Sq. Ft.	$608,275
1 Saltspray Lane, Matinicus Isle Plt, ME 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1040 Sq. Ft.	$481,327

Address	Redfin Estimate
3 South Road, Matinicus, ME 5 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1335 Sq. Ft.	—
1 Ice Pond Lane, Matinicus, ME 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1632 Sq. Ft.	$144,755

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