Historic home in the picturesque village of
Somesville. Originally known as the old R. H. Fernald Store, this 3-story residence offers 4 bedrooms and 4 baths of comfortable, creative living.The location takes advantage of delightful views and sounds of babbling Somes Brook from the rear while being only steps away from Somes Sound, a protected harbor providing breathtaking views of Cadillac Mountain and next door to the iconic selectman's footbridge. This home is sure to delight those looking to own a unique piece of history while being centrally located to all that Mount Desert Island has to offer. Original wood floors and charm throughout blended with all the modern necessities. Multiple living areas, a large kitchen, dining room, and bedrooms and baths on each level. Being sold mostly furnished and turn-key. A wonderfully unique and rare offering.
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$776,000
1129 Main Street, Mount Desert, ME 04660
4beds
3,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1856
5,662.8 Square Feet Lot
$946,800 Zestimate®
$222/sqft
$2,839 Estimated rent
Home value
$946,800
$833,000 - $1.09M
$2,839/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 16, 2025 at 07:07pm
Listed by:
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1579169
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Third
Bonus room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: Second
Laundry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: Second
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
- Basement: Bulkhead,Interior Entry,Crawl Space,Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,500
- Total interior livable area: 3,500 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,500
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic
- Body of water: Somes Creek
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 50,Waterfrontage Owned: 50
Lot
- Size: 5,662 sqft
- Features: Historic District, Near Golf Course, Corner Lot, Level, Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: MTDSM021L004001
- Zoning: VR2
- Other equipment: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: New Englander
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone, Granite
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1856
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Utilities On
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Mount Desert
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/1/2024 | Sold | $776,000+0.1%$222/sqft |
Source:  Maine Listings #1579169 | ||
| 3/1/2024 | Pending sale | $775,000$221/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1579169 | ||
| 12/20/2023 | Contingent | $775,000$221/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1579169 | ||
| 12/14/2023 | Listed for sale | $775,000+154.3%$221/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1579169 | ||
| 8/21/2018 | Sold | $304,730-7.4%$87/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1326656 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,997 +15.9% | $537,300 +8.7% |
| 2023 | $4,310 +8.5% | $494,300 |
| 2022 | $3,974 +50.6% | $494,300 +54.6% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 04660
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Mt Desert Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 5.2 mi
- 8/10Mt Desert Island High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
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