Beach Hill Road is the ridge that runs above Echo Lake and Long Pond and ends at Acadia's Beech Mt hiking trail. Beech Hill road as it rises towards the mountain offers views both east and west. In the early spring the many antique apple trees and century old lilacs of the old farms bloom. Early summer there are fields along Beech Hill Road filled with colorful lupine waving in the breeze. Fall brings flames of color from the foliage. Beech Hill farm that is owned by College of Atlantic is nearby to the home and offers fresh organic produce. Access nearby Long Pond from Ripples Road and Ponds End, or catch a glimpse of a loon on Somes Pond. Become a member of the Somesville Landing for easy access to Somes Sound. This amazing property in the center of Mount Desert Island is close to the Lakes & Park, with 16 acres ideal for privacy, horses, family compound. .. The house was built in the 1900's, with a major renovations done between 1985-1991: sheet rock, wiring, bathrooms, more. .. high ceilings, three roomy bedrooms, wood floors. As fall approaches enjoy the added warmth of the woodstove in the spacious living room. Outside there is a 32x24 post and beam barn built in 2008. The barn offers room for a car, a wood floor across the back half for toys, horses, shop, and a full second floor loft. There are also the remains of stone foundations harking back to a farming history. Apple trees on one side of the house where you're sure to see a deer. Blueberry bushes that run along the driveway for pie or pancakes. This property has been in the same family for almost forty years, now it's looking for someone to start a new chapter, and enjoy its peaceful beauty.
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Market trends in 04660, ME
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Buyer's market
Sale-to-List Price
98.8%
+1.3% MoM
Median sale price
$1.4M
$734K MoM
Avg. days on market
50d
28 days MoM
Recently sold homes
3
0 MoM
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Sale history for 101 Beech Hill Rd
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1540581
Nov 14, 2022
Sold
$870,000
$537/sq ft
Aug 19, 2022
Listed
$900,000
$556/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$4,927 (+15.9%)
$233,000 + $296,800
$529,800
2023
$4,251 (+8.4%)
$199,800 + $287,700
$487,500
2022
$3,920 (+23.1%)
$199,800 + $287,700
$487,500
2021
$3,185 (+3.4%)
$225,500 + $160,600
$386,100
2020
$3,081 (+0.4%)
$225,500 + $160,600
$386,100
2019
$3,069 (+3.6%)
$225,500 + $160,600
$386,100
2018
$2,961 (+3.4%)
$225,500 + $160,600
$386,100
2017
$2,865 (+2.1%)
$225,500 + $160,600
$386,100
2016
$2,807 (+2.3%)
$225,500 + $160,600
$386,100
2015
$2,745 (+4.9%)
$225,500 + $160,600
$386,100
2013
$2,618
$225,500 + $160,600
$386,100
Tax history for 101 Beech Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$4,927 (+15.9%)
$233,000 + $296,800
$529,800
2023
$4,251 (+8.4%)
$199,800 + $287,700
$487,500
2022
$3,920 (+23.1%)
$199,800 + $287,700
$487,500
2021
$3,185 (+3.4%)
$225,500 + $160,600
$386,100
2020
$3,081 (+0.4%)
$225,500 + $160,600
$386,100
2019
$3,069 (+3.6%)
$225,500 + $160,600
$386,100
2018
$2,961 (+3.4%)
$225,500 + $160,600
$386,100
2017
$2,865 (+2.1%)
$225,500 + $160,600
$386,100
2016
$2,807 (+2.3%)
$225,500 + $160,600
$386,100
2015
$2,745 (+4.9%)
$225,500 + $160,600
$386,100
2013
$2,618
$225,500 + $160,600
$386,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
16.15 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,619
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hancock County
APN
666866
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, 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, Detached, Off Street
Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Detached, Storage Above
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Family Room
Level: First
Features: Heat Stove
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Features: Closet
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Features: Closet
Room 4 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Features: Closet
Room 6 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 7 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Built-Ins, Heat Stove
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Crawl Space, Exterior Only
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Stone, Granite
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,619
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Barn(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1900
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,619
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $696,960
Lot Size (Acres): 16
Lot Size Source: Survey
Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Wooded, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: R1
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,185
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove, Forced Air
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 101 Beech Hill Road, Mount Desert, ME 04660
Directions: From Somesville turn onto the Pretty Marsh Road. 3/10 mile left onto Beech Hill Road, 1 mile - house on right (Beech Hill Cross Road on the left). From Southwest Harbor take Beech Hill Cross Road to the end, property will be directly in front of you.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,619
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 16.15 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Hancock County
APN: 666866
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mt Desert Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 4.6mi
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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 86° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
68% 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 7.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$928,000 – $1.12M
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