Located in the historic Temple Heights neighborhood of Northport, 274 Shore Road is a quintessential waterfront property with . 47± acres and outstanding views across Penobscot Bay towards Islesboro. The house is a wonderful year-round, two-bedroom Victorian Cottage with an elegant two-story porch that flanks the waterside of the house. The property also has a gambrel-style barn offering excellent storage or workshop space on the main floor. The second floor of the barn is finished with pine paneled walls, good views of the water, and it currently serves as a bunkroom. The property is well landscaped with lawn, mature trees and established perennial gardens. Wooden steps lead down to 170± feet of sand and pebble beach shorefront, perfect for beachcombing and summer bonfires by the water during low tide. Temple Heights is conveniently located close to the amenities in Belfast, Lincolnville Beach and the Camden/Rockport area.
Quintessential Northport year-round waterfront Victorian with Queen Ann's double decker-gazebo and classic sitting porch captures ocean views and north side of Islesboro. Private shoreline stairs to the south edge of property lead to 170 feet of beachfront that grows and ebbs with the tides. Just minutes from downtown Belfast or Camden, once you reach this property you will step into timeless serenity. The bedrooms offer private baths and ocean views. Living room, dining area and kitchen are welcoming and cozy. Small barn is heated with bonus pine-paneled room above for extra guests or as a studio/office. Gardens and landscaping are rich with tasteful perennials accentuating the charm of this home.
MREIS #1355459
Jun 22, 2018
Listed
$725,000
$425/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,252 (+5.0%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2024
$5,000 (+8.9%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2023
$4,591 (+2.2%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2022
$4,492 (+2.6%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2021
$4,379 (+1.6%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2020
$4,308 (−4.1%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2019
$4,492 (+9.5%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2018
$4,102 (+0.6%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2017
$4,076 (+2.0%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2016
$3,997 (+2.5%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2015
$3,899 (−15.3%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2014
$4,605 (+15.2%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2013
$3,997
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
Tax history for 274 Shore Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,252 (+5.0%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2024
$5,000 (+8.9%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2023
$4,591 (+2.2%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2022
$4,492 (+2.6%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2021
$4,379 (+1.6%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2020
$4,308 (−4.1%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2019
$4,492 (+9.5%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2018
$4,102 (+0.6%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2017
$4,076 (+2.0%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2016
$3,997 (+2.5%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2015
$3,899 (−15.3%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2014
$4,605 (+15.2%)
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
2013
$3,997
$175,600 + $106,900
$282,500
*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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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.47 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Waldo County
APN
758899
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Basement
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Accessible
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Room 3 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Bulkhead, Full, Unfinished
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 5
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,706
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Other Structures: Barn(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1901
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,706
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $20,473.20
Lot Size (Acres): 0.47
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Rural
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
Zoning: Shoreland
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Penobscot Bay
Water Body Type: Bay, Ocean
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,492
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 274 Shore Road, Northport, ME 04849
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.47 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Waldo County
APN: 758899
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
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Estimated sale price
$974,000 – $1.18M
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