#1599760, Listing Office: De Raat Realty
Property details
About 73 Back Shore Rd
Prime location in Castine! NEW PRICE - GREAT VALUE! Come see this delightfully sunny home located near the end of a quiet lane. The efficient floorplan allows for one floor living amid an open airy main floor with a dedicated media or office space, as well as a living dining space open to a kitchen, and with a bedroom and bath. Custom v-match wood accent walls throughout add character and Maine cottage charm. Upstairs there are two more bedrooms, an office space on the upper landing, and a large bath. The home offers storage galore with several closets on two floors, including a massive dressing room off the primary bedroom. Private setting, but close to the village and beach. A wood burning fireplace, high efficiency boiler, wood floors downstairs, Outdoor deck and lots of established gardening space make for an ideal three-bedroom two bath home near the sea.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHot Water, Ductless, Baseboard
StatusActive
Size1,968 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.79 Acres
Year built1988
Parking1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
MLS #1599144
WaterfrontBay
ViewScenic
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood, Tile, Carpet
- Interior: Walk-in Closets, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Bathtub, One-Floor Living, Shower
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
- Waterfront: Bay
- View: Scenic
- Exterior: Deck
- Architectural Style: Contemporary, Cottage
- Heating: Hot Water, Ductless, Baseboard
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $580,000
- HOA Amount: $300 Annually
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,416
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Landscaped, Open Lot, Level, Near Golf Course, Neighborhood, Subdivision
- Year Built: 1988
- Living Area: 1,968 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.79 Acres
- MLS Number: 1599144
- MLS Name: Maine Listings
- Office Name: Saltmeadow Properties, Inc.
- Office Phone: (207) 326-9116
- Office Email: castine@saltmeadowproperties.com
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $289,500 | $3,416 |
| 2022 | $248,600 | $3,232 |
| 2021 | $248,600 | $2,834 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Searsport Elementary School
Public District PK-5
7.2 mi
•30 Mortland Rd
5
Captain Albert W. Stevens School
Public District PK-5
10.1 mi
•31 Elementary Ave
5
Miles Lane School
Public District 1-4
12.3 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 $65,865. The majority of Castine, ME residents have income less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, 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?
35%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
27%
100k-200k
4%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
53%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
33%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
5%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
54%
18-34 yrs old
21%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Figure Skating
Hunting
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dollar General
Dillards
Dick's Sporting Goods
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Applebees
Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Subaru
Oldsmobile
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
News/Talk/Information
New Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 73 Back Shore Rd
The listing price of 73 Back Shore Rd property is $580,000.
The property 73 Back Shore Rd is a house located in Castine, Maine, 04421.
Active Listing: 73 Back Shore Rd is Active, which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 73 Back Shore Rd are: Searsport Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Captain Albert W. Stevens School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Miles Lane School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Searsport District Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Sedgwick Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Edna Drinkwater School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Searsport District High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Belfast Area High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Islesboro Central School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,416 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 73 Back Shore Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 73 Back Shore Rd is 1,968 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 73 Back Shore Rd is 1988.
This home is located at 73 Back Shore Rd in Castine, ME and zip code 04421. This 1,968 square foot home, which was built in 1988, sits on a 0.79 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It is currently priced at $580,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.