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    $608,000

    17 Bowles Avenue, Bar Harbor, ME 04609

    2beds
    1,100sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1885
    3,049 Square Feet Lot
    $595,300 Zestimate®
    $553/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Two comfortable bedroomsBeautiful hardwood floorsLaminate and carpeted floorsMetal roofClassic maine cottage feelOriginal trim
    Motivated seller! Tucked away on a quiet dead-end road in downtown Bar Harbor, this cozy 1885 home offers character, convenience, and exciting potential. The main home features two comfortable bedrooms, making it ideal for a small residence, vacation getaway, or work-from-home retreat. Inside, you'll find warm pine tongue-and-groove throughout much of the home, creating a classic Maine cottage feel. Laminate and carpeted floors add comfort, while the overall space maintains a relaxed charm. Metal roof. The property also includes a second 480-square-foot house that was once occupied. While it now requires a full renovation, it retains beautiful hardwood floors and original trim that could be restored or repurposed, offering excellent potential for a guest space, studio, or rental income. Two houses for the price of one! Located just steps from Bar Harbor's vibrant downtown, you'll enjoy easy access to local shops, restaurants, and waterfront attractions. Plus, Acadia National Park is right nearby, making this a perfect base for exploring one of Maine's most beloved destinations. A unique opportunity to own a piece of Bar Harbor history with room to create something special.
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    Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group

    Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1653585MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Second
      Dining room
      • Level: First
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      Living room
      • Level: First
      Office
      • Level: Second
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Hot Water
      Cooling
      • None
      Features
      • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
      • Basement: Bulkhead,Crawl Space
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,100
      • Total interior livable area: 1,100 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,100
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces
      Lot
      • Size: 3,049 Square Feet
      • Features: City Lot, Neighborhood, Other
      Details
      • Parcel number: BARHM104L211
      • Zoning: Downtown Residential

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: New Englander
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Block, Pillar/Post/Pier
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • Year built: 1885

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Bar Harbor

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $553/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $419,900
      • Annual tax amount: $4,396
      • Date on market: 3/6/2026
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $595,300

        $566,000 - $625,000

        $2,006/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/18/2026Price change$608,000-0.3%$553/sqft
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        5/1/2026Price change$610,000-2.4%$555/sqft
        Source: Maine Listings #1653585 Report a problem
        3/7/2026Listed for sale$625,000$568/sqft
        Source: Maine Listings #1653585 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$4,216 +15.7%$419,900
        2023$3,645 +10.1%$419,900 +18.2%
        2022$3,311 +5.2%$355,300 +10%
        2021$3,146 $323,000
        2020$3,146 +68%$323,000 +104.3%
        2019$1,873 +2.5%$158,100
        2018$1,828 +36.2%$158,100
        2017$1,342 -20.9%$158,100
        2016$1,696 +1.3%$158,100
        2015$1,674 +7.6%$158,100
        2012$1,556 $158,100
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 04609

        Getting around

        81 / 100
        Very Walkable
        52 / 100
        Bikeable

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