#1628579, Listing office: Pemetic Purveyors
$639,000 List price
40 Salem Towne Rd Southwest Harbor, ME 04679
3 beds
2 full
1,456 sqft
1.5 acres
House
Property details
About 40 Salem Towne Rd
Perfect for year round living, part time or weekly rentals, this private home on a dead end road, is a gem. You will find the lovely living room with shiny wood floors and a large window overlooking the front deck. The living room opens out into a cozy dining room with wood floors, wainscoting, and a sliding glass door. The kitchen is well appointed and inviting as well as having a small breakfast nook with doors which hide the washer and dryer. The primary bedroom is en suite for private luxury. The bathroom was updated in 2025 and the doors between the bed & bath are wood with glass panes & privacy window treatments. There are 2 other bedrooms, each with ample closet space, as well as a 2nd full bathroom that was updated in 2025. Behind the house is a large backyard surrounded by woods and includes a good size deck for barbecuing, sun bathing, or star gazing. The home is close to many Acadia National Park hiking trails, Echo Lake Beach, & just 2 miles from downtown Southwest Harbor & the Causeway Club for a bit of golfing on the ocean. There is a full house, automatic generator & town water. Besides all of this the property has a very successful history of weekly rentals. This house will not last long so make an appointment to see it today.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHot Water, Baseboard
StatusActive Under Contract
CoolingWall/Window Unit(s)
Size1,456 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1.52 Acres
Year built2000
Parking1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, On Site, Off Street
MLS #1624712
ViewTrees/Woods
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Washer, Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood, Vinyl, Tile, Laminate, Carpet
- Interior: 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Bathtub, One-Floor Living, Other, Pantry, Shower, Storage
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, On Site, Off Street
- View: Trees/Woods
- Exterior: Deck
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Hot Water, Baseboard
- Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $639,000
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,460
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Landscaped, Open Lot, Level, Wooded, Near Golf Course, Neighborhood, Subdivision
- Year Built: 2000
- Living Area: 1,456 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.52 Acres
- MLS Number: 1624712
- MLS Name: Maine Listings
- Office Name: Quietside Realty
- Office Phone: (207) 244-0203
- Office Email: boisvert.albertcharlie.bonnie@gmail.com
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $212,800 | $3,460 |
| 2022 | $212,800 | $3,128 |
| 2021 | $212,800 | $3,120 |
| 2020 | $212,800 | $3,062 |
| 2019 | $211,900 | $2,956 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Milbridge Elementary School
Public District PK-6
28.0 mi
•39 Washington St
5
Miles Lane School
Public District 1-4
29.6 mi
•52 Miles Ln
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $35,395. Residents of Southwest Harbor, ME typically earn less than $<35k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
50%
<35k
38%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
48%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
25%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NASCAR
Hunting
Pro Wrestling
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dollar General
Wal-Mart
Dillards
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Hardee's
Cracker Barrel
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
Oldsmobile
Ram
Dodge
What do the neighbors listen to?
Oldies
Classic Country- Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 40 Salem Towne Rd
The listing price of 40 Salem Towne Rd property is $639,000.
The property 40 Salem Towne Rd is a house located in Southwest Harbor, Maine, 04679.
Active Under Contract: 40 Salem Towne Rd is Active Under Contract, there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 40 Salem Towne Rd are: Milbridge Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Miles Lane School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Pemetic Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Tremont Consolidated School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Conners-Emerson School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Mount Desert Island High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Deer Isle-Stonington High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Sumner Memorial High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,460 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 40 Salem Towne Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 40 Salem Towne Rd is 1,456 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 40 Salem Towne Rd is 2000.
This home is located at 40 Salem Towne Rd in Southwest Harbor, ME and zip code 04679. This 1,456 square foot home, which was built in 2000, sits on a 1.52 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It is currently priced at $639,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.