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    • $490,000

    81 Lowells Cove Road, Harpswell, ME 04066

    3beds
    950sqft
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    $2,958/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1880
    6,098 Square Feet Lot
    $482,900 Zestimate®
    $516/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Historic characterRelocated electrical panelCoastal viewsReplacement deckPeaceful water viewsBeautiful ocean vistasNew hybrid water heater
    Set in the sought-after Lowell Cove area of Orr's Island, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath seaside cottage offers a wonderful blend of historic character, coastal views, and thoughtful modern updates. Originally built in 1880, the home retains its timeless cottage charm while offering the comfort and functionality needed for today's island living. Perched on a gradual slope overlooking Lowell Cove, the property enjoys peaceful water views and a setting that invites you to slow down and savor the best of coastal Maine. Quiet back roads wind through the neighborhood, offering beautiful ocean vistas and ideal walking routes right outside your door. Numerous updates provide peace of mind, including a kitchen renovation in 2020, a remote-control awning added in 2022, a new water softener in 2024, and a new hybrid water heater, relocated electrical panel, and replacement deck in 2025. Whether you're looking for a summer escape, an investment property, or a year-round island home, this special Lowell Cove property offers an inviting opportunity to enjoy the beauty, tranquility, and character of Orr's Island.
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    Roxanne York Real Estate

    Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1679904MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Bedroom 1
      • Features: Built-in Features
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Closet
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Closet
      • Level: Second
      Dining room
      • Features: Dining Area
      • Level: First
      Family room
      • Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
      • Level: First
      Kitchen
      • Features: Eat-in Kitchen
      • Level: First
      Living room
      • Features: Informal
      • Level: First
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator
      Features
      • Flooring: Wood
      • Windows: Double Pane Windows
      • Basement: Exterior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Partial,Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 950
      • Total interior livable area: 950 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 950
      • Finished area below ground: 0
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces, Off Street
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Body of water: Lowells Cove
      Lot
      • Size: 6,098 Square Feet
      • Features: Neighborhood, Level, Open Lot, Landscaped
      Details
      • Parcel number: HARPM031L045
      • Zoning: Interior
      • Other equipment: Internet Access Available

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cottage,New Englander
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Frame, Shingle Siding, Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Stone
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • Year built: 1880

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Private Sewer, Holding Tank
      • Water: Private, Well

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Orrs Island

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $516/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $230,400
      • Annual tax amount: $1,634
      • Date on market: 9/9/2026
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $482,900

        $459,000 - $507,000

        $2,637/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/18/2026Contingent$490,000$516/sqft
        Source: Maine Listings #1679904 Report a problem
        9/9/2026Listed for sale$490,000+108.5%$516/sqft
        Source: Maine Listings #1679904 Report a problem
        7/24/2017Sold$235,000$247/sqft
        Source: Maine Listings #1310465 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$1,465 +4.3%$230,400
        2023$1,405 +3.4%$230,400
        2022$1,359 -1.7%$230,400 +12.3%
        2020$1,383 +0.6%$205,200
        2019$1,375 +3.4%$205,200
        2018$1,330 +0.3%$205,200
        2017$1,326 +1%$205,200
        2016$1,313 +2.6%$205,200
        2015$1,280 +7.9%$205,200
        2013$1,186 -3.7%$205,200
        2010$1,231 $205,200
        2009-- $205,200
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Orr's Island

        Getting around

        9 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        12 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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