Wake up to the sound of the surf in this sunny and spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath home perched directly on the pristine white sands of Wells Beach. The open-concept first floor is designed for effortless beachside living, featuring a spacious kitchen, airy living area, and a wall of sliding glass doors that lead to a generous oceanside deck—perfect for entertaining or simply soaking up the views.
Upstairs, the primary suite offers a serene retreat with sweeping ocean vistas, while two additional oversized bedrooms and a full bath provide ample space for guests. At the top, a charming widows walk with a built-in bar area delivers panoramic views that stretch beyond the horizon.
A finished basement adds valuable flexible living space—ideal for a media room, play area, home office, or guest overflow. Whether you're seeking a year-round residence or a spectacular vacation getaway, with some updating this home has so many possibilities!
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$1,800,000
285 Atlantic Avenue, Wells, ME 04090
4beds
3,044sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$2,546,800 Zestimate®
$591/sqft
$3,531 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,546,800
$2.19M - $2.98M
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Panoramic viewsFinished basementOpen-concept first floorFlexible living spaceSpacious kitchenGenerous oceanside deck
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Listed by:
Pack Maynard and Associates
Bought with:
Kennebunk Beach Realty
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1629199
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: Basement
Other
- Level: Third
Heating
- Baseboard, Direct Vent Heater
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Doghouse,Interior Entry,Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,044
- Total interior livable area: 3,044 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,084
- Finished area below ground: 960
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, 5 - 10 Spaces
Features
- On waterfront: Yes
- Body of water: Atlantic Ocean
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 50,Waterfrontage Owned: 50
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
- Features: Near Public Beach, Near Town, Neighborhood, Level, Open Lot
Details
- Parcel number: WLLSM128L127
- Zoning: RB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Shingle
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Wells
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $591/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,118,330
- Annual tax amount: $12,611
- Date on market: 7/3/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2025 | Sold | $1,800,000-16.3%$591/sqft |
Source:  Maine Listings #1629199 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2025 | Pending sale | $2,150,000$706/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1629199 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,150,000+62.3%$706/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1629199 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2017 | Sold | $1,325,000-11.7%$435/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1295921 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000$493/sqft |
Source: Garnsey Bros. Real Estate #1295921 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12,879 +2.1% | $2,118,330 +0.1% |
| 2023 | $12,611 -0.4% | $2,115,930 +74.8% |
| 2022 | $12,664 -0.6% | $1,210,680 |
| 2021 | $12,736 +0.4% | $1,210,680 |
| 2020 | $12,688 +0.6% | $1,210,680 |
| 2019 | $12,615 +1% | $1,210,680 |
| 2018 | $12,494 +1.6% | $1,210,680 |
| 2017 | $12,301 +1% | $1,210,680 |
| 2016 | $12,179 +5.2% | $1,210,680 +4.1% |
| 2015 | $11,573 +9.1% | $1,163,130 |
| 2013 | $10,608 +10.7% | $1,163,130 +4.7% |
| 2012 | $9,583 | $1,110,470 |
| 2011 | $9,583 +3.6% | $1,110,470 |
| 2009 | $9,250 +1.3% | $1,110,470 |
| 2008 | $9,128 +25% | $1,110,470 +20% |
| 2005 | $7,301 | $925,370 |
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Neighborhood: 04090
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- 8/10Wells Junior High SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10Wells High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
- 9/10Wells Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.7 mi
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