: MOTIVATED SELLER! What's Special. .. . 500' of oceanfront living with a private peninsula Protected tidal swimming cove Spectacular scenery from various viewpoints Adjacent to and across from preserved land Uniquely modern rustic Maine home with multi-level balconies and surrounding water views Imagine waking each morning to the sound of loons and sipping your coffee while watching a spectacular sunrise across the water. Envision yourself living in a paradise so serene that you'd have to remind yourself that you are a short ferry ride away from all of the adventure and activities of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor, Maine. This Swan's Island home invites you to experience Swan's Island which many have described as '6 miles east of ordinary' . Beautifully designed, this special home has multi-levels with many private spaces both inside and outside of the house. It is light and bright with water views throughout the house which sits on 500' of ocean frontage that virtually wraps around two sides of the property. Waterside decks lead down to the shorefront with paths and seating areas along the peninsula. From majestic granite boulders to patches of sand, a seasonal waterfall that flows into an azure green swimming lagoon, nature presents itself in every direction and invites one to be still and enjoy each moment. Swan's Island offers one the opportunity to step back in time to a simpler way of life and experience Maine's best on various trails, beaches, and incredible scenery without crowds or traffic. This 4 bedroom/2 bath home with additional loft is being sold fully furnished and boasts a solid rental history if desired. As part of the neighborhood association, this home comes with a shared waterfront clubhouse area, and a tidal mini-island leading to a dinghy dock and private mooring.
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
1.91 acresLot Size
$302Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Elizabeth {Beth} Ingebritson• The Knowles Company
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Market trends in 04685, ME
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Buyer's market
Sale-to-list price
92.9%
3.4% MoM
Median sale price
$610K
$193K MoM
Avg. days on market
84d
28 days MoM
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Sale history for 119 Island Retreat Rd
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1638555
Sep 23, 2025
Sold
$662,000
$260/sq ft
Sep 23, 2025
Listed
$698,000
$274/sq ft
MREIS #1587448
Mar 27, 2025
Price Changed
$698,000
$274/sq ft
Oct 12, 2024
Price Changed
$749,000
$294/sq ft
Sep 9, 2024
Price Changed
$769,000
$302/sq ft
Aug 6, 2024
Price Changed
$775,000
$305/sq ft
Apr 25, 2024
Listed
$795,000
$313/sq ft
MREIS #1472165
Jan 5, 2021
Sold
$479,000
$188/sq ft
Oct 8, 2020
Listed
$495,000
$195/sq ft
+36
Waterfront contemporary home with room for all your family and friends. Multilevel home with lovely renovated kitchen. Views throughout of the 500' of waterfront which wraps around the property. Granite boulders, sandy patches and protected waters of Back Cove. Association Privileges of the clubhouse and dinghy dock. Private Mooring. Strong rental history. Enjoy the quiet and beauty of Swans Island.
MREIS #961382
Oct 25, 2012
Sold
$232,500
$91/sq ft
MREIS #898621
Jun 9, 2008
Listed
$449,000
$176/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2013
$3,381
$184,400 + $157,200
$341,600
Tax history for 119 Island Retreat Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2013
$3,381
$184,400 + $157,200
$341,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.