$2,995,000

121 John Gay Rd South Bristol, ME 04568

5 beds
2 full, 2 partial
3,510 sqft
1.6 acres
House

Property details

About 121 John Gay Rd

Enjoy quintessential coastal living in this sought after neighborhood of Rutherford Island, known for its shingled summer homes overlooking John's Island, John's Bay and the Gulf of Maine, where life on the water is right at your finger tips. A private location on a dead-end road, this 1.6 acre parcel offers 450 +/- feet of shorefront with its tidal pools, a deep-water dock and private cove with a beach. A contemporary style five bedroom Main House features an open living space with cathedral ceiling, large windows and massive stone fireplace. A separate Guest House offers two additional bedrooms and 2 full baths; both properties feature expansive decks offering panoramic views of John's Bay. Plenty of room to invite your family and friends to enjoy a classic coastal Maine experience. From your own deep water dock enjoy many boating conveniences. Explore nearby Witch Island by kayak, a wildlife sanctuary and preserve maintained by Coastal Rivers. A great opportunity to own your own waterfront compound with many boating opportunities. The Guest House has a long time rental history.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingRadiant
StatusActive
Size3,510 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1.6 Acres
Year built1985
ParkingAuto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel, Inside Entrance
MLS #1620855
Attached garage2 spaces
WaterfrontBay

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Cooktop
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile, Carpet
  • Interior: Walk-in Closets, Pantry, Shower, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel, Inside Entrance
  • Waterfront: Bay
  • Architectural Style: Shingle
  • Heating: Radiant
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $2,995,000
  • HOA Amount: $104
  • HOA Frequency: Annually
  • Annual Tax Amount: $8,440
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Sloped, Wooded, Near Golf Course, Rural Area
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Living Area: 3,510 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 1.6 Acres
  • MLS Number: 1620855
  • MLS Name: Maine Listings
  • Office Name: Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
  • Office Phone: (207) 563-2775
  • Office Email: info@legacysir.com

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$2,120,600$8,440
2021$2,120,600$8,546
2017$2,120,600$7,104

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Friendship Village School

Public District KG-6

13.5 mi

23 School St

3

Fisher-Mitchell School

Public District 3-5

13.8 mi

597 High St

8

Phippsburg Elementary School

Public District PK-5

14.1 mi

1047 Main Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $57,394. Residents of South Bristol, ME typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

33%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
6%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

37%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
42%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
31%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • HuntingHunting
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Dollar GeneralDollar General
  • DillardsDillards
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ApplebeesApplebees
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • SubaruSubaru
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • New CountryNew Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently asked questions

About 121 John Gay Rd

The listing price of 121 John Gay Rd property is $2,995,000.

The property 121 John Gay Rd is a house located in South Bristol, Maine, 04568.

Active Listing: 121 John Gay Rd is Active, which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 121 John Gay Rd are: Friendship Village School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Fisher-Mitchell School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Phippsburg Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Bristol Consolidated School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Boothbay Region Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Great Salt Bay Community School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Boothbay Region High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Wiscasset Middle/High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Morse High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $8,440 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 121 John Gay Rd has 5 bedrooms and 2 full and 2 half bathrooms.

The property 121 John Gay Rd is 3,510 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 121 John Gay Rd is 1985.

This home is located at 121 John Gay Rd in South Bristol, ME and zip code 04568 in the Rutherford Island neighborhood. This 3,510 square foot home, which was built in 1985, sits on a 1.60 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It is currently priced at $2,995,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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