159 Russell Avenue, Rockport, ME 04856

$2,725,000

Entrance a glimpse of the front yard facing Russell Avenue

Aerial if property with Rockport Harbor in the background

Rear of house with blue stone patio and steps leading to garage and back yard

Entrance of 159 Russell from the interior

Stairs to second floor with Living Room with propane fireplace

Dining Room with a glimpse of the Sun Room

Exquisite light in this spacious Sun Room

The first floor Den with propane fireplace

Details of the kitchen with high ceilings and sky lights

The kitchen table in this magnificent light filled room

Living Room with magnificent pillars and steps ascending to second floor

Second floor landing with the classic Greek Revival window above front entrance

Master Bathroom with Steam Shower and Linen Closet

Landing on the second floor with stairs ascending to third floor

Third floor Bedroom with views to the Hall

First floor office with private entrance and rear patio

Aerial of 159 Russell showing proximity to Rockport Harbor

Aerial of 159 Russell showing the spacious .77 acre lot

View from the rear Blue Stone Terrace with 3 Bay Barn at rear

Covered terrace with ceiling fan for out door dining

View of the Blue Stone Patio and the exquisite landscaping

A sanctuary awaits on the knoll behind the barn.

Beautifully landscaped grounds on the very private knoll behind the barn

It is simply a grand property, view of patio and it's splendor

Manicured gardens and plantings throughout all of the property

3 Bay Barn with large second floor, and hook ups to Town Water and Sewer

Beautifully constructed 3 Bay Barn with second story (Town Water and Sewer) hook up
in place

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,672 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 33,541 Status: Closed

Current Price: $2,725,000 List Date: 6/09/2022 Last Modified: 1/12/2025

Overview

Description

Beautifully sited in the Historic District of Rockport Village is this 1850's 3 bedroom Greek Revival. The amenities are exceptional throughout this beautifully appointed treasure, it is blocks away from the Rockport Harbor, the Library, The Rockport Opera House, and fine dining. This refined 3 story classic has an advanced Geo Thermal system for heating and cooling. A three bay garage/barn is plumbed for town sewer and water with potential for a studio on the second floor. A blue stone terrace and patio are surrounded by exquisite plantings. A private knoll behind the barn would be a splendid place for a pool.

Listing Details MLS# 1531751

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #: 159
Street Name: Russell
Street Type: Avenue
County: Knox
Town: Rockport
State/Province: ME
Zip Code: 04856
Zip +4: 6116
Leased Land: No
Book: 4275
Page: 0149
Map: 029
Lot: 231
Zoning: Residential
Zoning Overlay: Unknown
Association: No
Full Tax Amount $: 21219
Tax Year: 2021

Contract Information

Original List Price: 2800000

Property Information

Surveyed: Yes
Seasonal: No
Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
Deed: All
Deed Restrictions: Unknown
# Rooms: 10
# Bedrooms: 3
# Fireplaces: 2
Total Full Baths: 4
Total Baths: 4
Color: Yellow
Year Built: 1850
SqFt Finished Above Grade: 3672
SqFt Finished Total: 3672
SqFt Source: Public Records
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Lot Size Acres +/-: 0.77
Source of Acreage: Public Records
Road Frontage: No

Status Change Info

Pending Date: 2022-06-11
Closed Date: 2022-08-26
Closed Price: 2725000

Water Info

Waterfront: No
Water View: No

More Information

Utilities

Utilities On: No

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1: Yes
Bedroom 1 Level: Second

Bedroom 1 Amenities

Full Bath: Yes

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2: Yes
Bedroom 2 Level: Second

Bedroom Amenities 2

Full Bath: Yes

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 3: Yes
Bedroom 3 Level: Upper

Bedroom Amenities 3

Full Bath: Yes

Bonus Room

Bonus Room: Yes
Bonus Room Level: Upper

Den

Den: Yes
Den Level: First

Den Amenities

Gas Fireplace: Yes

Dining Room

Dining Room: Yes
Dining Room Level: Second

Dining Room Amenities

Formal: Yes

Kitchen

Kitchen: Yes
Kitchen Level: Second

Living Room

Living Room: Yes
Living Room Level: First

Living Room Amenities

Formal: Yes
Gas Fireplace: Yes

Primary Bedroom

Primary Bedroom: Yes
Primary Bedroom Level: Second

Primary Bedroom Amenities

Built-Ins: Yes
Closet: Yes
Full Bath: Yes
Walk-in Closet: Yes

Office

Office: Yes
Office Level: First

Room Features

Built-Ins: Yes
Closet: Yes
Formal: Yes
Full Bath: Yes
Gas Fireplace: Yes
Walk-In Closet(s): Yes

Property Features

Site: Rolling/Sloping; Well Landscaped Location: Historic District; Intown; Near Golf Course; Near Public Beach; Near Shopping Roads: Public Transportation: Deep Water Access; Major Road Access; Near Airport; Public Transport Access View: Fields; Scenic Appliances Included: Cooktop; Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Range; Refrigerator; Washer Kitchen Countertop: Granite Style: Greek Revival Construction: Wood Frame Basement: Full; Unfinished Basement Entry: Interior Foundation Materials: Granite Roof: Metal; Shingle Exterior: Clapboard; Wood Siding Heat System: Geothermal; Radiant Heat Fuel: Other Heat Fuel; Propane Water Heater: Gas Cooling: Central Air Floors: Tile; Wood Amenities: Attic; Bathtub; Laundry - 1st Floor; Walk-in Closets Equipment: Internet Access Available Energy Efficiency: Ceiling Fans Driveway: Gravel Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces Vehicle Storage: 3 Car; Storage Above Other Structures: Barn(s) Electric: Circuit Breakers Gas: Bottled Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public

Room Information

Room Name	Level
Primary Bedroom	Second
Bedroom 1	Second
Bedroom 2	Second
Bedroom 3	Upper
Den	First
Dining Room	Second
Kitchen	Second
Living Room	First
Office	First
Bonus Room	Upper

Documents

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Listing Office: Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

Selling Office: Camden Real Estate

Last Updated: January - 12 - 2025

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