481 Seawall Rd

Southwest Harbor, ME 04679

$1,550,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,400 Sq. Ft.
$646 / Sq. Ft.
2,400
Sq. Ft.
$646
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Rare offering of a treasured property that has remained in the same family for over 30 years. 'Riven Rock' is a beloved family estate at water's edge near the Seawall loop of Acadia National Park, and the charming island village of Southwest Harbor. Architect designed by a respected Boston firm that specializes in historic reproductions of classic New England architecture, Royal Barry Mills. The classic Cape was the design vision of the owner/builder and Manset native, the famed boat builder, Jarvis...Rare offering of a treasured property that has remained in the same family for over 30 years. 'Riven Rock' is a beloved family estate at water's edge near the Seawall loop of Acadia National Park, and the charming island village of Southwest Harbor. Architect designed by a respected Boston firm that specializes in historic reproductions of classic New England architecture, Royal Barry Mills. The classic Cape was the design vision of the owner/builder and Manset native, the famed boat builder, Jarvis Newman. Construction of the home was meticulously managed by Newman utilizing superb materials and fine workmanship throughout. Newman's design influence appears in the boat woodwork details and clever use of space. Additional home features include the pristine pine paneling, Rumford fireplace in the great room, teak flooring, spacious and comfortable living areas, and absolutely stunning ocean views from nearly every room! Grand outdoor living spaces with a spacious deck, large stone patio with steps to the seawall. A flagpole at the edge of the patio guides sailors as to winds direction. Enjoy stunning sunrises overlooking the Western Way with Great Cranberry Island as a backdrop. Seals and porpoises can be seen daily along with minks and otters like the rocks in front of the house. A perfect setting to watch sailing regattas and ever changing ocean activity. Additional 4-bedroom/2 bath guest quarters.
  1. Listed by Tina Allen • Downeast Properties, Inc.

Property Details for 481 Seawall Road

Waterfront
Yes
ArchitecturalStyle
Cape Cod
Garage Spaces
2.00
Garage
Yes
Zoning
Shoreland
View
Scenic
LISTING UPDATED: 05/29/2025 01:29 PM

Property Details for 481 Seawall Road

StatusClosed
MLS #1590574
Days on Market81
Taxes$18,182 / year
HOA Fees$1,000 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1979
Lot Size1.73 AC / 75,358 SF
CountyHancock County

Location

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Sold By Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group

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Building Information for 481 Seawall Road

Stories-Year Built1979Building Size-Lot Size1.73 AC / 75,358 SF

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$9,720 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,121

Property Taxes

$1,515

HOA Dues

$83

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Property Information for 481 Seawall Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Western Way
  • Zip Code: 4048
  • Directions: From Main Street, Take Rt. 102 to 102A (Seawall Road) turn left, 2.2 m. on left Charlotte's Legendary Lobster Pound. Private driveway is next driveway. Two homes on the drive. House is on the right.
  • Town: Southwest Harbor
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 04679
  • County: Hancock
  • Geo Latitude: 44.250389
  • Geo Longitude: -68.291629
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Tax Lot: 47
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Open: Yes
  • Site:Right of Way: Yes
  • Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
  • Site:Wooded: Yes
  • Location:Near Golf Course: Yes
  • Location:Other Location: Yes
  • Transportation:Deep Water Access: Yes
  • Water Info:Waterfront Amount +: 212.00
  • Water Info:Water Frontage Owned: 212.00
  • Water Info:Water Frontage Shared: .00
  • Source of Water Frontage:Deed: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Waterfront Deep: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Features: 5 - 10 Spaces, Paved, Carport, Detached
  • Attached Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 1834
  • Tax Map Number: 19
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Parcel Number: SOUR-000019-000000-000047
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $18,182.00
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Heating and Cooling
  • Water Heater:Electric: Yes
Lot Information
  • SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2400.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.73
  • Source of Acreage: Deed
  • Building Area Total: 2400.0
  • Lot Size Area: 1.73
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 75358.8
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Street Number: 481
  • Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Property Information:Deed: All
  • Property Information:Deed Restrictions: Unknown
  • Property Information:# Rooms: 11.00
  • Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: 1.00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: 2.00
  • Property Information:Other Source of Square Footage: Tax card-approx. +/-
  • 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:Paved: 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: Other
  • Year Built: 1979
Utilities
  • Electric: True
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Private
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Gas:No Gas: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • # Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:2 Car: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Carport: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:Detached: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Glassed-in Porch: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
Interior Features
  • Basement: None, Not Applicable
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
  • Interior Features: Walk-in Closets
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Room Total: 11
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 3
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 3.00
  • Cooling YN: No
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Granite: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
Room 2
  • Room Type: Media Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 3
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 4
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 5
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 6
  • Room Type: Sunroom
  • Room Level: First
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Second
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Second
Room 9
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: First
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Second
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Second

Property History for 481 Seawall Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 13, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1540932302

$1,550,000
Sep 13, 2024

Sold

Maine Listings #1590574

$1,550,000
Aug 14, 2024

Pending

Maine Listings #1590574

Aug 11, 2024

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1590574

Jul 9, 2024

Price Change

Maine Listings #1590574

$1,995,000
Jun 5, 2024

Price Change

Maine Listings #1590574

$2,250,000
May 22, 2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1590574

$2,500,000
Jan 6, 2024

Expired

Maine Listings #1571262

$2,500,000
Sep 6, 2023

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1571262

$2,500,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/13/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1540932302

$1,550,000
09/13/2024

Sold

Maine Listings #1590574

$1,550,000
08/14/2024

Pending

Maine Listings #1590574

08/11/2024

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1590574

07/09/2024

Price Change

Maine Listings #1590574

$1,995,000
06/05/2024

Price Change

Maine Listings #1590574

$2,250,000
05/22/2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1590574

$2,500,000
01/06/2024

Expired

Maine Listings #1571262

$2,500,000
09/06/2023

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1571262

$2,500,000

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Public Records for 481 Seawall Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,393,800Additions$879,000Total$2,272,800
Tax Record2024$20,501 ($1,708 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,408 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,408 SqFtStories5Lot Size63,598 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1979CountyHANCOCKAPNSOUR M:019 L:047

Schools near 481 Seawall Road

This home is within Mt Desert Community School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Pemetic Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Mt Desert Island High School
Public9 to 12

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