237 Searsport Avenue

Belfast

$3,200,000
Active Under ContractMLS# 1614602
  • Single Family Residence
  • Built in 1952
  • 5 BR
  • 4 BA
  • 9.55 Acres
  • 5,707 SqFt
  • Cove,Bay,Ocean
  • Penobscot Bay
  • Scenic View

Safe Harbor, a remarkable 5 bedroom oceanfront home on a spectacular 9.5 acre elevated waterfront lot overlooking the islands of Penobscot Bay and the entrance to Belfast Harbor. With 620 feet of accessible shorefront, including a wonderful sandy beach out front, the beautifully landscaped grounds are sure to please, and there is tons of room for additional development. This home was expanded in the 1990's, and substantially renovated and professionally decorated by the current owners when they purchased in 1999. The property will convey fully furnished, with Ethan Allen furniture, and everything you need for immediate occupancy including a fully stocked kitchen, the art on the walls, two John Deere Gators for working and exploring the property, and a shed full of tools. This home has been impeccably maintained, with a gated and paved private driveway. A fantastic house for entertaining with a floor plan that flows naturally between kitchen, dining, living, and outdoor spaces. The large and inviting first-floor primary bedroom suite offers a soaking tub with an ocean view and a private balcony to enjoy the sunrise over the bay. There is a second bedroom on the first floor, and three additional bedrooms on the second floor including a luxurious guest suite. The home offers a sun filled office area, a lovely den with a fireplace, a great mudroom entry from the garage, a formal entry foyer, and a large deck for outdoor dining. There is also wonderful stone patio with a fire pit, surrounded by beautiful gardens. An entertainment room on the lower level complete with a pool table, darts, TV and a wood stove. There is a dedicated laundry room, and a great workshop space, as well as a second laundry on the first floor. The attached 2-car heated garage has well-organized storage above, and there is separate detached garage for outdoor equipment. This inviting property has a private pond, walking paths, a Gazebo, and easy access to the shorefront for outdoor enjoyment.

  • Style Cape
  • Year Built 1952
  • County Waldo
  • City Belfast
  • Lot Size 9.55 acres
  • Zone Shoreland
  • View Scenic
  • Location Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Town
  • Seasonal No
  • Water Frontage Yes
  • Water Body Type Cove, Bay, Ocean
  • Water Body Name Penobscot Bay
  • Full Tax Amount $35,066.00
  • Tax Year 2025
  • Monthly Association Fee $0.00
  • Baths Total 4
  • Baths Full 4
  • SQFT Finished Above Grade 4707
  • SQFT Finished Below Grade 1000
  • Basement Daylight, Finished, Full, Walkout Access
  • Amenities 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Animal Containment System, Bathtub, Fence, Furniture Included, Irrigation System, Laundry - 1st Floor, Laundry - 2nd Floor, Security System, Shower, Storage, Walk-in Closets
  • Appliances Included Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Equipment Internet Access Available, Central Vacuum, Cable, Air Radon Mitigation System
  • Construction Wood Frame
  • Exterior Wood Siding
  • Foundation Materials Poured Concrete
  • Basement Daylight, Finished, Full, Walkout Access
  • Roof Composition, Shingle
  • Floors Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Heat System Forced Air, Heat Pump, Multi-Zones, Stove
  • Heat Fuel Electric,Gas Bottled,Wood
  • Gas Bottled,Underground
  • Water Heater Electric
  • Electric Circuit Breakers
  • Water Public
  • Waste Water Disposal Private Sewer, Septic Existing on Site
  • Driveway Paved
  • Parking 5 - 10 Spaces, On Site, Paved
  • Roads Paved, Public
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty