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$485,000

70 Island Retreat Road, Swans Island, ME 04685

4beds

1,040sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1972

1.15 Acres Lot

$465,600 Zestimate^®

$466/sqft

$75/mo HOA

What's special

Seasonal waterfront cottageLovely updated kitchen

Perched on the hill ,this seasonal waterfront cottage has been lovingly maintained and enjoyed by the same family since it was built. A deck spans the width of the cottage and is the perfect place to sit and enjoy company, the water view and the night sky. 4 bedrooms with 2 full baths provide space for all. A new 4-bedroom septic system installed in 2026. Lovely updated kitchen and large living room with cathedral ceilings. Warm wood walls and floors throughout the cottage. A deep-water mooring in Mackeral Cove for your boat as well. Find your special spot in Maine.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Bedroom 1

Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Level: First

Bedroom 2

Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Level: First

Bedroom 3

Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Level: First

Bedroom 4

Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Level: First

Living room

Features: Heat Stove, Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Level: First

Heating

Wood Stove

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Features

Bathtub, One-Floor Living, Shower
Flooring: Wood
Basement: None
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,040
Total interior livable area: 1,040 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,040
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Parking features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces

Features

Patio & porch: Deck
Has view: Yes
View description: Scenic
Body of water: Back Cove, Mackeral Cove
Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 56,Waterfrontage Owned: 56,Waterfrontage Shared: 1600

Lot

Size: 1.15 Acres
Features: Rural, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Wooded

Details

Zoning: Shoreland

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cottage
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Frame, Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof: Fiberglass

Condition

Year built: 1972

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
Water: Private, Well

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: Yes
HOA fee: $900 annually

Location

Region: Swans Island

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $466/sqft
Annual tax amount: $2,571
Date on market: 9/18/2025
Road surface type: Gravel

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Estimated market value

$465,600

$442,000 - $489,000

$2,381/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/18/2025	Listed for sale	$485,000$466/sqft
Source: Maine Listings #1638110 Report a problem

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