Contention Cove Shorefront offers 2.5 acres and 248' of deep waterfront on picturesque and quiet Contention Cove in Patten Bay, Surry. Views are southerly toward Patten Bay and the mountains of Mount Desert, and other bay islands. Soil tested, and with a level house site and existing road into the site, the property presents a wonderful opportunity for a quiet location for a residence in this wooded setting. A thoughtful covenant in place provides a buffer from the road, providing a very quiet and private setting.
Waterfront on Patten Bay / Contention Cove with bay views
Wooded, rural setting
Private road frontage
Gravel and dirt road surface
Parking
Gravel parking with space for 5–10 vehicles
Utilities
No electric service
Sale and tax history for 992 Surry Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1633435
Aug 7, 2025
Listed
$435,000
MREIS #1596848
Jul 15, 2024
Listed
$465,000
MREIS #1584357
May 7, 2024
Sold
$427,500
Mar 18, 2024
Listed
$469,000
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Beautiful waterfront homesite available in the Coastal town of Surry. Located on the shores of Patten Bay with long views of the Union River Bay and the mountains of Acadia National Park as the backdrop. Property offers level building site with mature tree growth and an access road in place. Direct facing south for good solar gain. Easy access to Blue Hill, Ellsworth and Acadia National Park. The bay offers opportunity for boating, kayaking, paddle boarding and a multitude activities available.
MREIS #1569058
Aug 17, 2023
Listed
$489,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2018
$1,400 (+2.3%)
$158,200
2017
$1,368 (+1.1%)
$158,200
2016
$1,353 (+18.0%)
$158,200
2015
$1,147 (−2.0%)
$158,200
2014
$1,171
$158,200
2013
$1,171
$158,200
Public record
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Lot size
2.5 Acres
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Finished Sq. Ft.
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Unfinished Sq. Ft.
0
Total Sq. Ft.
0
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Hancock County
APN
M040L004
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Basement
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Accessible
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Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2023.
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 88° 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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Historical weather
Surry, ME • 04684
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
5.5 hrs
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Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 992 Surry Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $338,000 and $450,000.
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