Rarely does a property like this become available in Islesboro's storied and much-loved summer colony, Sabbathday Harbor. Perfectly sited, up high on the shores of East Penobscot Bay, this classic cottage offers sweeping easterly water views extending to Cape Rosier and approximately 100 feet of bold, accessible shoreline. The first floor features a living room with a wood stove and doors that open to a spacious water view deck, a functional galley kitchen, and a full bath. The generous wrap-around deck provides the perfect vantage point for sunrise coffee, afternoon reading, or evening gatherings with the bay as your backdrop. Upstairs, three charming bedrooms capture the light and sea breezes. A separate simple structure could make for a fun getaway space. Steeped in tradition and rich in natural beauty, this property invites you to create lasting memories for generations to come in one of Maine's most cherished summer enclaves.
Active
$685,000
766 Billy Shore Drive, Islesboro, ME 04848
3beds
864sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.51 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$793/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Generous wrap-around deckCharming bedroomsSweeping easterly water viewsSpacious water view deck
- 119 days |
- 531 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 24, 2025 at 07:00am
Listed by:
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1634149
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 864
- Total interior livable area: 864 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 864
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, Other, 1 - 4 Spaces
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic
- Body of water: Penobscot Bay
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 119,Waterfrontage Owned: 119
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
- Features: Other, Open Lot, Rolling Slope
Details
- Parcel number: ISBR000043000000000029
- Zoning: ShorelandResidential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Islesboro
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $793/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $5,522
- Date on market: 8/13/2025
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $685,000-14.3%$793/sqft |
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| 7/4/2025 | Listing removed | $799,000$925/sqft |
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| 7/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $799,000$925/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,513/mo
Principal & interest
$2656
Property taxes
$617
Home insurance
$240
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 04848
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Islesboro Central SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 4.9 mi
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