Architect designed oceanfront, contemporary cottage style home on Back Cove of Mackerel Cove. Wonderful natural light and open living with cathedral ceilings in bedrooms & loft. Very tranquil setting in the Island Retreat area with common dock and moorings.
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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
Recently sold homes
5
3 MoM
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Sale history for 83 Island Retreat
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1417706
Aug 25, 2020
Sold
$240,000
$114/sq ft
Jun 3, 2019
Listed
$259,000
$123/sq ft
MREIS #1302724
Jun 25, 2018
Price Changed
$289,000
$138/sq ft
Apr 20, 2017
Listed
$299,000
$142/sq ft
MREIS #1275318
Jul 21, 2016
Listed
$299,000
$142/sq ft
MREIS #1144433
May 18, 2016
Price Changed
$299,000
$142/sq ft
Jul 30, 2015
Price Changed
$325,000
$155/sq ft
Mar 5, 2015
Listed
$332,000
$158/sq ft
MREIS #1095965
Jun 5, 2013
Listed
$325,000
$155/sq ft
MREIS #1026234
Aug 12, 2011
Listed
$390,000
$186/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,940 (+17.3%)
$149,000 + $151,300
$300,300
2024
$4,212 (+19.4%)
$149,000 + $148,700
$297,700
2023
$3,527
$149,000 + $128,700
$277,700
2022
$3,527 (+15.5%)
$149,000 + $128,700
$277,700
2013
$3,053
$165,500 + $142,900
$308,400
Tax history for 83 Island Retreat
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,940 (+17.3%)
$149,000 + $151,300
$300,300
2024
$4,212 (+19.4%)
$149,000 + $148,700
$297,700
2023
$3,527
$149,000 + $128,700
$277,700
2022
$3,527 (+15.5%)
$149,000 + $128,700
$277,700
2013
$3,053
$165,500 + $142,900
$308,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Hancock County
APN
1549757
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Mar 2, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room 1 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Second
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Room 2 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Room 4 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Room 6 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 7 Information
Type: Family Room
Level: Basement
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Walk-Out Access, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 8
Furnished: Furnished
Refrigerator, Gas Range
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Fiberglass
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,100
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1982
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,100
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $87,120
Lot Size (Acres): 2
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Open, Wooded, Rural, Subdivided
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Dirt
Zoning: Shoreland
Waterfront Information
Waterfront: Yes
Island: Yes
Water Body Name: Mackerel Cove
Water Body Type: Cove
Water View: Yes
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: Island Retreat
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $3,747.06
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Utilities On: No
Water Source: Well, Private
Water Heater: Electric
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: $67
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Pets Allowed: Other Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 83 Island Retreat, Swans Island, ME 04685
Directions: From Bass Harbor, take Swans Island ferry to island. Once on island, take right at end of Ferry Road to North Road. Island Retreat is on the right.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Hancock County
APN: 1549757
Home facts updated by county records on Mar 2, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Swans Island Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% 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
Swans Island, ME • 04685
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 7.5 hours in
June and 3.1 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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3.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$453,000 – $548,000
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