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  • $1,600,000

    53 Ocean Avenue, Scarborough, ME 04074

    3beds
    2,380sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1974
    1.38 Acres Lot
    $1,811,100 Zestimate®
    $672/sqft
    $5,409 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,811,100

    $1.63M - $2.03M

    $5,409/mo

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    What's special

    Coastal living meets space and serenity. Your dream home at Higgins Beach awaits. Just 0.3 miles from the sand and surf, this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2 full bath, and 2 half bath home offers the best of coastal living with the luxury of space. Situated on a rare 1.38-acre lot—one of the largest in this coveted beach community—this home provides privacy and peacefulness, while still being steps from the ocean. Designed for flexibility and comfort, the first-floor primary suite offers the option for single-level living, making it perfect for those looking for convenience and ease. The vaulted ceiling creates an airy, spacious feel, enhanced by recent renovations that include gleaming hardwood floors, a converted fireplace, and new lighting. The updated kitchen is complete with a stunning new backsplash and custom cabinetry, making it an elegant space for cooking and gathering. Step outside to a beautifully landscaped yard that abuts conservation land, providing stunning marsh views that are protected and will remain as serene as the day you move in. The backyard offers a private, tranquil retreat to enjoy peaceful mornings or evenings surrounded by nature. This home features modern conveniences such as a whole-house generator, a gorgeous walkway, and freshly installed shutters from Coastal Blinds & Shades, while the tandem garage, with room for up to 3 vehicles, and the walk-in attic provide ample storage space for surfboards, bikes, and beach gear, giving you plenty of room for all the activities Higgins Beach has to offer. Whether you're enjoying a quiet moment in your backyard oasis or taking a short stroll to the beach, this property offers the perfect balance of beachside living and the tranquility of nature. Come experience the beauty and privacy of this bright, lovely home, where every detail has been thoughtfully crafted to make coastal living both luxurious and effortless.

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    Listed by:

    Keller Williams Realty scottandsunny@kw.com

    Bought with:

    Keller Williams Realty

    Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1605809MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Suite
    • Level: First
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: First
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Second
    Dining room
    • Features: Dining Area
    • Level: First
    Family room
    • Features: Gas Fireplace
    • Level: First
    Kitchen
    • Level: First
    Living room
    • Features: Gas Fireplace
    • Level: First
    Office
    • Level: First
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Zoned
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
    Features
    • 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Attic, One-Floor Living, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
    • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
    • Basement: Bulkhead,Interior Entry,Full
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,380
    • Total interior livable area: 2,380 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,380
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Paved, 5 - 10 Spaces, Garage Door Opener, Tandem
    • Attached garage spaces: 3
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Scenic, Trees/Woods
    • Body of water: Spurwink River
    Lot
    • Size: 1.38 Acres
    • Features: Abuts Conservation, Near Public Beach, Neighborhood, Suburban, Level, Open Lot, Sidewalks, Landscaped
    Details
    • Parcel number: SCARMU002L002
    • Zoning: R4
    • Other equipment: Generator

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Contemporary
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Frame, Clapboard
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1974

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Design Available
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Utilities On

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Air Radon Mitigation System
    Location
    • Region: Scarborough
    • Subdivision: Higgins Beach

    Other

    Other facts
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/5/2024Sold$1,600,000+6.7%$672/sqft
    Source: Maine Listings #1605809 Report a problem
    10/10/2024Pending sale$1,500,000$630/sqft
    Source: Maine Listings #1605809 Report a problem
    10/3/2024Listed for sale$1,500,000+108.9%$630/sqft
    Source: Maine Listings #1605809 Report a problem
    7/16/2018Sold$718,000-4.3%$302/sqft
    Source: Maine Listings #1351924 Report a problem
    5/23/2018Listed for sale$750,000+26.1%$315/sqft
    Source: North Star Realty #1351924 Report a problem
    5/21/2011Listing removed$595,000$250/sqft
    Source: E to P LLC, dba Keller Williams Realty #995196 Report a problem
    3/2/2011Price change$595,000-4.8%$250/sqft
    Source: E to P LLC, dba Keller Williams Realty #995196 Report a problem
    10/29/2010Price change$625,000-6.6%$263/sqft
    Source: E to P LLC, dba Keller Williams Realty #995196 Report a problem
    9/14/2010Price change$669,000-4.3%$281/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Oceanside #959529 Report a problem
    9/11/2010Price change$699,000-2.8%$294/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Oceanside #959529 Report a problem
    6/11/2010Listed for sale$719,000$302/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Oceanside #959529 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$11,487 $719,300
    2023$11,487 +3.8%$719,300
    2022$11,070 +3.6%$719,300 +0%
    2020$10,687 0%$719,200
    2019$10,687 -9.5%$719,200 +0.4%
    2017$11,807 +3.6%$716,000
    2016$11,399 +2.8%$716,000
    2015$11,091 +4%$716,000
    2014$10,661 +0.8%$716,000
    2013$10,575 +7%$716,000
    2012$9,881 $716,000 -1%
    2006-- $723,500

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 04074

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