Charming 1900s New Englander set on 2.1 acres with approximately 250± feet of frontage on the Penobscot River. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features a spacious open floor plan with lots of natural light, a sunroom, and an open deck offering water views of Bucksport. The eat-in kitchen has been updated with new fridge, stove and flooring and paint has been redone throughout the home. The second-floor primary suite provides privacy and comfort with a view over the front of the property. Additional features include a two-car garage built in 2014 with ample storage, on-site generator & point of entry water filtration system. Situated on a triple lot, this property offers exceptional value and is conveniently located with easy access to Belfast, Bangor, and Ellsworth. A rare opportunity to own waterfront in a quiet location.
Newly renovated home, spacious open floor plan. Sunroom and open deck facing water. 3 bedrms & bath on 2nd Flr. Bright and clean, "turn Key". Nice waterfront w/ views of Bucksport. Large eat-in Kitchen. Convenient location to Belfast, Bangor or Ellsworth.
MREIS #770784
Oct 20, 2005
Listed
$148,000
$76/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$3,004 (+19.3%)
$51,880 + $248,520
$300,400
2023
$2,517 (+0.7%)
$29,970 + $143,610
$173,580
2022
$2,500 (−3.4%)
$29,970 + $143,610
$173,580
2021
$2,588
$22,200 + $111,190
$133,390
2020
$2,588 (+12.8%)
$22,200 + $111,190
$133,390
2019
$2,294 (+9.2%)
$22,200 + $111,190
$133,390
2018
$2,101 (+3.2%)
$22,200 + $111,190
$133,390
2017
$2,036 (+2.6%)
$22,200 + $107,900
$130,100
2016
$1,984
$22,200 + $107,900
$130,100
2015
$1,984 (+1.6%)
$22,200 + $107,900
$130,100
2014
$1,952
$22,200 + $107,900
$130,100
Tax history for 16 Ferry Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$3,004 (+19.3%)
$51,880 + $248,520
$300,400
2023
$2,517 (+0.7%)
$29,970 + $143,610
$173,580
2022
$2,500 (−3.4%)
$29,970 + $143,610
$173,580
2021
$2,588
$22,200 + $111,190
$133,390
2020
$2,588 (+12.8%)
$22,200 + $111,190
$133,390
2019
$2,294 (+9.2%)
$22,200 + $111,190
$133,390
2018
$2,101 (+3.2%)
$22,200 + $111,190
$133,390
2017
$2,036 (+2.6%)
$22,200 + $107,900
$130,100
2016
$1,984
$22,200 + $107,900
$130,100
2015
$1,984 (+1.6%)
$22,200 + $107,900
$130,100
2014
$1,952
$22,200 + $107,900
$130,100
*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
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
91,476
Year renovated
2025
Sq. Ft.
1,946
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Waldo County
APN
598085
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
Yes
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Waterfront
Last updated by owner on Feb 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Storage Above, Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, Detached
Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Auto Door Opener, Detached, Storage Above
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Second
Room 2 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Room 5 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 6 Information
Type: Laundry
Level: First
Room 7 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Features: Dining Area
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Partial, Unfinished
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Interior Features: Primary Bedroom w/Bath
Furnished: Unfurnished
Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Generator, Cable
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Granite
Roof: Metal, Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,946
Building Area Source: Seller
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1900
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,946
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $91,476
Lot Size (Acres): 2.1
Lot Size Source: Seller
Lot Features: Rolling/Sloping, Open, Rural
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: RES
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Penobscot River
Water Body Type: River
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,004
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Wood Stove, Hot Water, Baseboard
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities On: No
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 16 Ferry Road, Prospect, ME 04981
Directions: GPS friendly
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,946
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: Yes
Lot Size: 2.1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 2025
County: Waldo County
APN: 598085
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Waterfront
Home facts updated by owner on Feb 23, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Searsport Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.1mi
5/10
Searsport District Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.2mi
2/10
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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 89° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% 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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Estimated sale price
$378,000 – $457,000
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