This notable historic Bath property, situated on a prominent 1.8-acre corner lot, presents an opportunity to live in or reposition a landmark residence. Its substantial size and flexible layout provide a strong foundation for restoration, adaptive reuse, or redevelopment. Originally built in the early 1800s by Captain Samuel Davis, the property was later redesigned by architect Francis Fassett. Over the years, it has served as the Bath Military and Naval Orphanage, the Bath Children's Home, the Patten Free Library, and most recently, a private residence with income producing units. The offering includes approximately 17,285+ square feet, featuring a main house of 12,000+/- square feet along with a connected wing that currently includes rental units. Covenants permit potential future development with City approval of up to 13 dwelling units within the existing structure, plus the option to add one additional dwelling unit on the property, bringing the total to 14. They also allow for bed and breakfast use of the property. The main house layout is already configured to easily accommodate 2 more apartments. Additional features include an in-ground swimming pool, elevator, ample off-street parking, and space to reimagine the grounds and gardens. With its rich history, impressive scale, and prime location, this property represents a rare opportunity for the right buyer in one of Maine's most desirable coastal communities.
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Price cut: $200K (9/1)
$1,295,000
103 South Street, Bath, ME 04530
11beds
17,285sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1830
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$75/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Grounds and gardensIn-ground swimming poolAmple off-street parking
- 131 days
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Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1661124
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 11
- Bathrooms: 10
- Full bathrooms: 8
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Zoned, Pellet Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry - Coin
Features
- Elevator
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
- Basement: Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 6
Interior area
- Total structure area: 17,285
- Total interior livable area: 17,285 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 17,285
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved, 11 - 20 Spaces, On Site
Features
- Stories: 3
- Has private pool: Yes
Lot
- Size: 1.8 Acres
- Features: City Lot, Corner Lot, Level, Sidewalks, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: BTTHM32L147
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Federal,Mansard
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone, Granite, Poured Concrete, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Membrane,Rolled/Hot Mop
Condition
- Year built: 1830
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Bath
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $75/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $950,800
- Annual tax amount: $19,601
- Date on market: 5/7/2026
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Price change | $1,295,000-13.4%$75/sqft |
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| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000-14.6%$86/sqft |
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| 5/2/2026 | Listing removed | $1,750,000$101/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000$101/sqft |
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| 9/11/2025 | Contingent | $1,750,000$101/sqft |
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| 4/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000$101/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,688 +7% | $950,800 +9.6% |
| 2023 | $14,666 +10.4% | $867,800 +33.2% |
| 2022 | $13,287 +0.5% | $651,300 |
| 2021 | $13,221 | $651,300 |
| 2020 | $13,221 +2.5% | $651,300 |
| 2019 | $12,896 +2.2% | $651,300 +12.5% |
| 2018 | $12,624 +2.1% | $579,100 |
| 2017 | $12,364 +1.2% | $579,100 |
| 2016 | $12,219 +1.9% | $579,100 |
| 2015 | $11,987 +2.5% | $579,100 |
| 2014 | $11,698 | $579,100 |
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