This enchanting 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath sea captain's home, built in the late 1700s, is coming to the market for the first time in 40 years. Nestled on 10 acres of sprawling fields with a serene pond, this historic property offers a tranquil and picturesque setting. The home retains much of its original charm and the additional outbuildings, including a classic barn, provide ample space for storage, hobbies, or potential expansion. Enjoy deeded access and a shared association dock at Perkin's Point on the beautiful Damariscotta River, ideal for boating and waterfront activities. With its captivating history, expansive grounds, and prime location, this property is a rare gem.
Closed
$889,000
544 River Road, Newcastle, ME 04553
4beds
3,085sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1779
10 Acres Lot
$889,100 Zestimate®
$288/sqft
$3,531 Estimated rent
Home value
$889,100
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,531/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 30, 2025 at 08:54am
Listed by:
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Newcastle Realty
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1619878
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
Bedroom 1
- Features: Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Library
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Mud room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,085
- Total interior livable area: 3,085 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,085
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic
- Body of water: Damariscotta River
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 35,Waterfrontage Shared: 35
Lot
- Size: 10 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: NEWCM003L065H
- Zoning: n
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1779
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Newcastle
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $250 annually
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2025 | Sold | $889,000$288/sqft |
Source:  Maine Listings #1619878 | ||
| 11/12/2025 | Pending sale | $889,000$288/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1619878 | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Price change | $889,000-10.1%$288/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1619878 | ||
| 7/30/2025 | Price change | $989,000-17.6%$321/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1619878 | ||
| 7/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000$389/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1619878 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,778 | $486,100 |
| 2023 | $7,778 +0.6% | $486,100 |
| 2022 | $7,729 +3.9% | $486,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 04553
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Great Salt Bay Community SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 4.7 mi
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