Land with Home for Sale in Islesboro, Maine
1159 Main Rd, Islesboro, ME 04848
Oceanfront retreat includes 17 acres with incredible views and 700 feet of sandy beach! Seller approved special financing is available on what was once known as The Bluff House, a former Sea Captain's House. This 1800's, 4 bedroom, 3 bath property has many renovations and updates complete with new birch flooring, new structural support system under the kitchen, new lighting in the kitchen and bathrooms, and new plumbing stubbed and ready to go. Currently the kitchen and two of the bathrooms are ready for your own touch! The large two car detached garage is completely floored upstairs and could be finished to be used as an office, guest suite or artist's studio. Islesboro is a hop, skip and a jump from the mainland with just a 20 minute ferry ride. One can enjoy the serenity of island life yet still be connected to the coastal towns of Maine. The Sea Captains house is an absolute gem that sits on the north side of the island where life is quiet and peaceful. Morning walks along the trails to the shore and then a walk about on the adjoining Hutchins Island Preserve offers a certain kind of serenity. Blueberry Hill Preserve and Pripet Riding Club are only minutes away. Islesboro offers a way of life that takes one back in time while having excellent fiber optic internet, two local stores and public and private ferry services. Come enjoy amazing open water vistas, watching sailing regattas and spending time on your own private beach.
Location
- Street address
- 1159 Main Rd
- County
- Waldo County
- Elevation
- 33 feet
Property details
- Acreage
- 17.19 acres
- Zoning
- Residential
- MLS #
- MREIS 1617426
- Posted
Parcels
- ISBR-000030-000000-000020
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Franchise
- Independent
Lot
- Features
- Level, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Town, Open, Rolling/ Sloping, Rural, Well Landscaped, Wooded
Exterior
- Parking
- Off Street
- Pool
- Deck
- Structures
- Storage
Structure
- Style
- Greek Revival
- Basement
- Dirt Floor, Full, Partial, Unfinished
- Water
- Private, Well
- Sewer
- Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Heating
- Forced Air, Zoned
- Materials
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof
- Shingle
Interior
- Room Count
- 8
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom, Bedroom x 4
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Features
- 1 st Floor Primary Bedroom W/Bath, Bathtub, Pantry, Primary Bedroom W/Bath, Shower
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2025 | Price drop | $798,000 | $16,000 -2% | MREIS |
| Sept 24, 2025 | Price drop | $814,000 | $10,000 -1.2% | MREIS |
| Sept 12, 2025 | Price drop | $824,000 | $10,000 -1.2% | MREIS |
| Aug 30, 2025 | Price drop | $834,000 | $10,000 -1.2% | MREIS |
| Aug 20, 2025 | Price drop | $844,000 | $10,000 -1.2% | MREIS |
| Aug 6, 2025 | Price drop | $854,000 | $10,000 -1.2% | MREIS |
| July 22, 2025 | Price drop | $864,000 | $20,000 -2.3% | MREIS |
| May 21, 2025 | Price drop | $884,000 | $15,000 -1.7% | MREIS |
| Mar 29, 2025 | New listing | $899,000 | — | MREIS |