OFF MARKET

Off market oct 2023 for $540K

$454,100

•

924

sq ft

47 Surf St, Phippsburg, ME 04562

About this home

Message in the Bottle. This home is across the street from the iconic movie 'Message in the Bottle'. Listen to the surf and gentle breeze at this quaint cottage. Within the Popham Beach community, (The Grove) 47 Surf Street is aptly named as you can hear the healing sounds of the surf from the cottage. This is a highly sought after community and the beach is just a short walk down Osprey Lane. From the front deck you can see glimpses of the beach. Enjoy morning walks watching the crashing waves on this almost 3 mile beach, while breathing in the wonderful Maine air and exhaling all of your worries away. The cottage provides for a lot of summer living space with three bedrooms, kitchen, dining area and living room. Come bring your life and TLC to this property. There is excellent rental possibilities. Buyers will need to do their own due diligence. Come make this your summer getaway. Schedule your showing today.

Single-familyProperty Type

1955Year Built

0.28 acresLot Size

$491Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Kim Talbot • Engel & Volkers Casco Bay

Bought with Addie Peet • Portside Real Estate Group

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•Source:MREIS #1565604

Redfin Estimate

$454,100

$86K since sold in October 2023$9,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 22.1% lower than the average sale price ($583K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$285,000
A
3 beds1 bath1,124 sq ft
14 Getchell St, Bath, ME 04530
SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$953,000
B
2 beds1 bath600 sq ft
7 Pond Island Way, Phippsburg, ME 04562
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$750,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,426 sq ft
11 Riverview Ave, Phippsburg, ME 04562
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$710,000
D
2 beds1.5 baths1,176 sq ft
6 Egret Pt, Phippsburg, ME 04562
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$430,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,793 sq ft
20 Holbrook St, Harpswell, ME 04079
SOLD JAN 30, 2026
$369,900
F
3 beds1 bath1,357 sq ft
58 Kopaddy Trl, Harpswell, ME 04079

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$17,950

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Market trends in 04562, ME

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

94.9%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$710K

$307 MoM

Avg. days on market

40d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

New listings for sale

$925,000
3 beds2 baths1,842 sq ft
Lot# 11-47 Stoney Brook Rd, Phippsburg, ME 04562
$199,000
4 beds2 baths1,568 sq ft
60 Pit Rd, Phippsburg, ME 04562
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$299,000
3 beds1 bath1,100 sq ft
3 Abs Dr, Phippsburg, ME 04562
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Sale history for 47 Surf St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,233 (+4.8%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2024

$3,084 (+3.0%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2023

$2,995 (+13.1%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2022

$2,649 (+11.2%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2021

$2,382 (−0.5%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2020

$2,393

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2019

$2,393 (+1.1%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2018

$2,367 (+1.2%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2017

$2,340 (+2.5%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2016

$2,283 (+1.9%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2015

$2,241 (+9.7%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2014

$2,042

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

Tax history for 47 Surf St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,233 (+4.8%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2024

$3,084 (+3.0%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2023

$2,995 (+13.1%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2022

$2,649 (+11.2%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2021

$2,382 (−0.5%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2020

$2,393

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2019

$2,393 (+1.1%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2018

$2,367 (+1.2%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2017

$2,340 (+2.5%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2016

$2,283 (+1.9%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2015

$2,241 (+9.7%)

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

2014

$2,042

$226,500 + $35,300

$261,800

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

12,196

Year renovated

2025

Sq. Ft.

924

Year built

1955

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Sagadahoc County

APN

336912

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

Yes

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Features

Waterfront

Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2025.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1

Room 1 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First

Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: First

Room 3 Information
Type: Family Room
Level: First

Room 4 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First

Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: First

Room 6 Information
Type: Other Room
Level: First
Features: Utility Room

Room 7 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: First

Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, One-Floor Living, Shower
Refrigerator, Electric Range
Accessibility Features: Level Entry
Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 924
Building Area Source: Public Records

Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck

Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1955
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 924

Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $12,196.80
Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Open, Level, Interior Lot, Near Public Beach, Near Town
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
Zoning: 17 - Village

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,649
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Space Heater
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Private
Water Heater: Electric

Location

HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Location Information
Unparsed Address: 47 Surf Street, Phippsburg, ME 04562
Directions: GPS Friendly. Sea Street then stay left onto Surf Street. Brown Ranch.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 924
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 1
Basement: Yes
Accessible: Yes
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 2025
County: Sagadahoc County
APN: 336912
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Waterfront

Home facts updated by owner on Oct 15, 2025

Around this home

Schools

Phippsburg Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.7mi

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

10/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance 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 84° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years

8/10 Wind Factor

80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Phippsburg, ME • 04562

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In this area, properties receive around 8.2 hours in June and 3.9 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$432,000 – $523,000

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
57 Surf Street, Phippsburg, ME 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1496 Sq. Ft.	$561,376
30 Surf Street, Phippsburg, ME 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 572 Sq. Ft.	$1,108,056

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52 Surf Street, Phippsburg, ME 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 792 Sq. Ft.	$388,143
50 Surf Street, Phippsburg, ME 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2000 Sq. Ft.	$1,568,492

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