Whale Watch is a delightful island home overlooking the Lowell's Cove and numerous offshore islands. You'll love the proximity to local eateries, beaches, library, ice cream, and a Land Trust park. .. all a short walk away. Inside offers first floor bedroom, living area with fireplace and opening to south facing deck. Double doors off the kitchen lead to a large grilling patio of natural stone, perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find 2 large bedrooms with a common bath and water views. This walkable village setting is perfect to get out and enjoy nature. Bordered by a salt marsh and open to the sea, this view will never get old. Used as a vacation rental currently, new owners will benefit from a a strong rental history and the current bookings in place.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$400Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by Bruce Davis• Engel & Volkers Casco Bay
Bought with Bruce Davis• Engel & Volkers Casco Bay
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Market trends in 04066, ME
Last updated October 2026
Sale-to-list price
99.8%
+0.2% MoM
Median sale price
$524K
$125K MoM
Avg. days on market
18d
4 days MoM
Recently sold homes
6
1 MoM
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Sale history for 20 Whale Watch Rd
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1568823
Aug 20, 2023
Price Changed
$699,000
$429/sq ft
Aug 15, 2023
Listed
$749,000
$460/sq ft
MREIS #1488563
Jun 25, 2021
Sold
$500,000
$307/sq ft
Apr 21, 2021
Listed
$449,000
$275/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,427 (+4.7%)
$186,800 + $177,600
$364,400
2024
$2,318 (+4.3%)
$186,800 + $177,600
$364,400
2023
$2,223 (+3.4%)
$186,800 + $177,600
$364,400
2022
$2,150 (+10.1%)
$186,800 + $177,600
$364,400
2021
$1,953 (+7.8%)
$140,800 + $148,100
$288,900
2020
$1,812 (+0.6%)
$140,800 + $128,100
$268,900
2019
$1,802 (+6.9%)
$140,800 + $128,100
$268,900
2018
$1,685 (+0.3%)
$131,900 + $128,100
$260,000
2017
$1,680 (+1.0%)
$131,900 + $128,100
$260,000
2016
$1,664 (+2.6%)
$131,900 + $128,100
$260,000
2015
$1,622 (+7.9%)
$131,900 + $128,100
$260,000
2013
$1,503
$131,900 + $128,100
$260,000
Tax history for 20 Whale Watch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,427 (+4.7%)
$186,800 + $177,600
$364,400
2024
$2,318 (+4.3%)
$186,800 + $177,600
$364,400
2023
$2,223 (+3.4%)
$186,800 + $177,600
$364,400
2022
$2,150 (+10.1%)
$186,800 + $177,600
$364,400
2021
$1,953 (+7.8%)
$140,800 + $148,100
$288,900
2020
$1,812 (+0.6%)
$140,800 + $128,100
$268,900
2019
$1,802 (+6.9%)
$140,800 + $128,100
$268,900
2018
$1,685 (+0.3%)
$131,900 + $128,100
$260,000
2017
$1,680 (+1.0%)
$131,900 + $128,100
$260,000
2016
$1,664 (+2.6%)
$131,900 + $128,100
$260,000
2015
$1,622 (+7.9%)
$131,900 + $128,100
$260,000
2013
$1,503
$131,900 + $128,100
$260,000
*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
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,630
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
148086
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 5 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 6 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Walk-Out Access, Dirt Floor, Partial, Exterior Only
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 6
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Shower
Furnished: Furnished
Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer
Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Block
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,630
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Patio
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1950
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,630
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $17,424
Lot Size (Acres): 0.4
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Rolling/Sloping, Open, Near Public Beach, Rural
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
Zoning: Interior
Waterfront Information
Water Body Name: Lowells Cove
Water Body Type: Bay, Cove, Harbor, Ocean
Water View: Yes
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: Whale Watch
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1,812
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Direct Vent Furnace, Hot Air
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: $250
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
High School District: RSU 75/MSAD 75
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 20 Whale Watch Road, Harpswell, ME 04066
Directions: Follow Rte 24 South, once over Orr's Island Bridge, follow south 2.5 miles to Lane Road on left to Whale Watch on right after 1/2 mile. House second from end.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,630
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 148086
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Harpswell Community School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 6.1mi
9/10
Mt Ararat Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 12.9mi
6/10
Mt Ararat High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.5mi
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 85° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
67% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Orrs Island, ME • 04066
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.3 hours in
June and 4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$620,000 – $750,000
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