480 Sound Drive
Mount Desert, ME 04660
$4,950,000
Price
5
Beds
1
Bath
1
1/2 Bath
2,884 Sq. Ft.
$1,716 / Sq. Ft.
2,884
Sq. Ft.
$1,716
per Sq. Ft.
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Description
Sited majestically at the head of Somes Sound on Mt Desert Island, 'Shutters on The Sound' offers dramatic views of Somes Sound, flanked by the stately mountains of Acadia National Park, and accented by the rolling meadows of conserved lands. Views from the property have attracted both photographers and artists alike, in their attempt to capture its allure. Built in the 1940's, this year-round, shingle-style Maine cottage offers the warmth of wood detailing such as beam ceilings, paneled walls, and...Sited majestically at the head of Somes Sound on Mt Desert Island, 'Shutters on The Sound' offers dramatic views of Somes Sound, flanked by the stately mountains of Acadia National Park, and accented by the rolling meadows of conserved lands. Views from the property have attracted both photographers and artists alike, in their attempt to capture its allure. Built in the 1940's, this year-round, shingle-style Maine cottage offers the warmth of wood detailing such as beam ceilings, paneled walls, and wood flooring throughout. A sun-filled waterside enclosed porch provides ample opportunity to bask in the warmth of the sun as you take in the breathtaking views. A first-floor bedroom, as well as four additional bedrooms on the second floor provide space for friends or family members. For generations real estate along Somes Sound has been highly sought after for being a prime location for waterfront estates, with many limited to a westerly view across the sound. 'Shutters on the Sound' offers a rare opportunity with its southerly view down the length of the Sound, framed by the mountains of its eastern and western shores. Each day starts with a fresh canvas as the sun and tides work their magic on the mountains and waters of the sound, creating an ever-changing picture that warms the soul.
- Listed by Scott McFarland • LandVest, Inc.
- Listed by Story Litchfield • LandVest, Inc.
Property Details for 480 Sound Drive
Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront FeaturesCove, Ocean
ArchitecturalStyleCottage, Shingle Style
GarageNo
ZoningSR3
ViewFields, Mountain(s), Scenic
LISTING UPDATED: 11/11/2024 08:15 AM
Property Details for 480 Sound Drive
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1587679 |
| Days on Market | 241 |
| Taxes | $14,069 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1947 |
| Lot Size | 2.10 AC / 91,476 SF |
| County | Hancock County |
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Building Information for 480 Sound Drive
Stories-Year Built1947Building Size-Lot Size2.10 AC / 91,476 SF
Property Information for 480 Sound Drive
Summary
Location and General Information
- Water Body Name: Somes Sound
- Town: Mount Desert
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04660
- County: Hancock
- Geo Latitude: 44.363347
- Geo Longitude: -68.311974
- Tax Lot: 100
- Site:Open: Yes
- Site:Pasture/Field: Yes
- Site:Rolling/Sloping: Yes
- Location:Abuts Conservation: Yes
- Location:Near Golf Course: Yes
- Location:Rural: Yes
- Water Info:Waterfront Amount +: 181.00
- Water Info:Water Frontage Owned: 181.00
- Water Info:Water Frontage Shared: .00
- Source of Water Frontage:Other: Yes
- Source of Water Frontage:Waterfront Other Source: GIS
Parking
- Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel
- Attached Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 2610
- Tax Map Number: 8
- Tax Year: 2024
- Parcel Number: 1685
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $14,069.00
Property
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Off Heating System: Yes
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2884.0
- Lot Size Acres: 2.1
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 2884.0
- Lot Size Area: 2.1
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 91476.0
- Bedrooms Total: 5
- Bathrooms Full: 1
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- Street Number: 480
- Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
- Property Information:Seasonal: No
- Property Information:Short Sale Continue to Show: No
- Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim
- Property Information:Deed: All
- Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
- Property Information:# Rooms: 11.00
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: 1.00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: 1.00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: 1.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 2: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Upper: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Upper: .00
Parking
- Driveway:Gravel: Yes
Property and Assessments
- Leased Land: No
- Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
- Property Type Label: Residential
- Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1947
Utilities
- Electric: True
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available, Septic Existing on Site
- Water Source: Well
- Appliances Included:Cooktop: Yes
- Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
- Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
- Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
- Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
- Appliances Included:Wall Oven: Yes
- Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
- Gas:Bottled: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
- # Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:No Vehicle Storage: Yes
Interior Features
- Basement: Walk-Out Access, Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
- Cooling: Heat Pump
- Heating: Radiator, Hot Water, Heat Pump
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Room Total: 11
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.50
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.10
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Heating YN: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop:Formica: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: First
Room 2
- Room Type: Den
- Room Level: First
Room 3
- Room Type: Office
- Room Level: First
Room 4
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: First
Room 5
- Room Type: Sunroom
- Room Level: First
Room 6
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: First
Room 7
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Level: First
Room 8
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Second
Room 9
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Second
Room 10
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Level: Second
Room 11
- Room Type: Bedroom 5
- Room Level: Second
Property History for 480 Sound Drive
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 480 Sound Drive
Taxable ValueLand$1,473,200Additions$545,000Total$2,018,200
Tax Record2024$18,769 ($1,564 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,884 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,884 SqFtStories2Lot Size91,476 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920ZoningSR3CountyHANCOCKAPNMTDS M:008 L:100Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 480 Sound Drive
This home is within Mount Desert Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mt Desert Elementary School PublicPK to 8 | ||
Mt Desert Island High School Public9 to 12 |
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