Property details
About 493 Main St
Welcome to 493 Main Street, a timeless Victorian in South Eliot blending preserved period charm with thoughtful restoration, ideally situated just minutes from Kittery and Portsmouth. The inviting interior features a living room with a cozy propane fireplace and custom mantle , and a family room thoughtfully redesigned with a window seat and custom bookcase. The heart of the home is the beautiful custom kitchen, boasting updated cabinets, countertops, and appliances in a smartly reconfigured layout that improves flow. New ceilings grace the main living areas, enhancing the bright, welcoming atmosphere. Upstairs you will find 3 generously sized bedrooms, an updated bath with a new tiled enclosure, and the large front bedroom with a custom corner bookcase and water views of Spinney Creek. The exterior has been updated with the finest quality new red cedar clapboards and shingles. A rebuilt front porch with period-style columns and a handsome brick walkway provide stunning curb appeal. The grounds feature a rear half-round deck , a rebuilt grape arbor, and lovely perennial gardens. All custom work was performed by a company specializing in period homes, ensuring quality and character throughout. This is a rare Seacoast gem ready for its next owners.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dishwasher
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood, Tile
- Interior: Attic
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
- View: Fields, Scenic
- Exterior: Porch
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Heating: Radiant
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $725,000
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,548
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Sloped, Pasture
- Year Built: 1903
- Living Area: 1,960 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.32 Acres
- MLS Number: 1629884
- MLS Name: Maine Listings
- Office Name: Real Broker
- Office Phone: (207) 272-3984
- Office Email: julesperrino23@gmail.com
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $371,300 | $4,548 |
| 2022 | $359,000 | $4,344 |
| 2021 | $262,000 | $3,216 |
| 2020 | $246,600 | $3,261 |
| 2018 | $246,600 | $3,625 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
New Franklin School
Public District KG-5
1.8 mi
•1 Franklin Dr
9
Little Harbour School
Public District KG-5
2.8 mi
•50 Clough Dr Ste 1
6
Horace Mitchell Primary School
Public District KG-3
4.0 mi
•7 School 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 $66,624. The most common annual income of people living in Eliot, ME is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Dick's Sporting Goods
Old Navy
Stein Mart
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Arbys
Jimmy Johns
Cracker Barrel
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GMC
Lexus
Lincoln
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Adult Hits
New Country
Oldies
Frequently asked questions
About 493 Main St
The listing price of 493 Main St property is $725,000.
The property 493 Main St is a house located in Eliot, Maine, 03903.
Active Listing: 493 Main St is Active, which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 493 Main St are: New Franklin School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Little Harbour School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Horace Mitchell Primary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Shapleigh School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Portsmouth Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Marshwood Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Robert W Traip Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Portsmouth High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Marshwood High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,548 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 493 Main St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 493 Main St is 1,960 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 493 Main St is 1903.
This home is located at 493 Main St in Eliot, ME and zip code 03903. This 1,960 square foot home, which was built in 1903, sits on a 0.32 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It is currently priced at $725,000.