Joyride is a charming, year-round bungalow, providing single-level living, with polished finishes, amenities, and a thoughtful floor plan. Fully renovated in 2005. The bright living room has French door access to the deck and back yard for quiet mornings and al fresco gatherings, while the large kitchen and open concept dining area encourage time spent discovering your inner chef.
The primary bedroom with en-suite full bath is serene and private. The second bedroom down the hall has access to a nearby full bath, with convenient first floor laundry.
Heat pumps throughout the home cool during warmer months and provide heating in the winter for year round living.
The spacious one-room, seasonal cottage located behind the main house welcomes guests to enjoy a classic ''rusticator'' visit, with ample space for king size bed, tidy sitting area, and kitchenette. The cottage has a full bath as well.
With a lovely level lot and just enough landscaping to enhance, not burden, this turn-key property is ready for it's next steward.
This quarter acre (+/-) property is located near the town village, with restaurants, shopping, library, and public marina. Private clubs for swimming, tennis, sailing, and golf also located nearby.
Closed
$850,000
23 Joy Rd (Northeast Harbor), Mount Desert, ME 04662
2beds
1,144sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
0.25 Acres Lot
$861,400 Zestimate®
$743/sqft
$1,702 Estimated rent
Home value
$861,400
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,702/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 31, 2025 at 06:47pm
Listed by:
The Knowles Company 207276-3322
Bought with:
The Knowles Company
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1628652
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Features: Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Full Bath
- Level: First
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 299 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 23
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 19
Heating
- Baseboard, Heat Pump, Hot Water
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Attic, Bathtub, One-Floor Living, Pantry, Shower, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Flooring: Laminate, Wood
- Basement: Bulkhead,Exterior Entry,Partial,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,144
- Total interior livable area: 1,144 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,144
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 32 - 36 Inch Doors, Other Accessibilities
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: City Lot, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Near Town, Neighborhood, Level, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Zoning: VR-1
- Other equipment: Cable, DSL, Internet Access Available
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block, Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Dehumidifier, Water Heater, Thermostat
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Northeast Harbor
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/1/2025 | Pending sale | $850,000$743/sqft |
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| 7/31/2025 | Sold | $850,000$743/sqft |
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| 7/8/2025 | Contingent | $850,000$743/sqft |
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| 6/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $850,000+108.7%$743/sqft |
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| 10/9/2015 | Sold | $407,200$356/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1225507 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Neighborhood: 04662
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Mt Desert Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10Mt Desert Island High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.5 mi
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