253 High Head Road, Harpswell, ME 04079

$2,520,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,523 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 64,469 Status: Closed
Current Price: $2,520,000 List Date: 10/12/2023 Last Modified: 10/10/2025

Overview

Description

Perched on the coast of Harpswell, Maine, 253 High Head is an extraordinary property that seamlessly marries modern comfort with the timeless beauty of Maine's coastline. This estate quality site offers sweeping southeasterly ocean views, 250' of shoreline, and a private deep water dock. Inside, the custom-designed home which is heated entirely by solar electricity, you'll find tiled floors over radiant heat, coupled with heat pumps and central air conditioning ensuring year-round comfort. The open-concept design invites you to savor the ocean views from anywhere its over 3500 square feet of living space. The spacious living area is flooded with natural light and serves as the perfect vantage point for the ever-changing ocean panoramas. The kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring top-of-the-line appliances and abundant counter space. The nearby dining area offers an ideal spot to enjoy culinary creations with the ocean as your backdrop. This property is part of the desirable High Head ...

Listing Details MLS# 1574494

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #
253
Street Name
High Head
Street Type
Road
County
Cumberland
Town
Harpswell
State/Province
ME
Zip Code
04079
Zip +4
2909
Leased Land
No
Book
40053
Page
79
Map
7
Lot
161
Zoning
Shoreland
Zoning Overlay
Unknown
Neighborhood Association
High Head
Association
Yes
Association Fee
1792
Fee Frequency Paid
Annually
School District
RSU 75/MSAD 75
Full Tax Amount $
8023
Tax Year
2022

Contract Information

Original List Price
2195000

Property Information

Surveyed
Yes
Seasonal
No
Deed/Conveyance Type Offered
Trustee
Deed
All
Deed Restrictions
Yes
# Rooms
11
# Bedrooms
4
Total Full Baths
3
Total Half Baths
Yes
Total Baths
4
Year Built
2017
SqFt Finished Above Grade
3523
SqFt Finished Total
3523
SqFt Source
Public Records
Other Source of Square Footage
construction plans state
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Size Acres +/-
1.48
Source of Acreage
Public Records
Road Frontage
Yes
Road Frontage +/-
240
Source of Road Frontage
Public Records

Status Change Info

Pending Date
2023-10-17
Closed Date
2023-11-06
Closed Price
2520000

Water Info

Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Amount
500
Water Frontage Owned
250
Water Frontage Shared
250
Water View
Yes
Water Body Name
Harpswell Sound/Dock Cove

More Information

Source of Water Frontage

Waterfront Other Source
shared frontage is an estimate based on tax map

Vehicle Storage

Attached
Yes

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2
Yes
Bedroom 2 Level
First
Bedroom 2 Length
19.5
Bedroom 2 Width
16.4

Bedroom Amenities 2

Closet
Yes

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 3
Yes
Bedroom 3 Level
Second
Bedroom 3 Length
20
Bedroom 3 Width
18

Bedroom Amenities 3

Suite
Yes
Walk-in Closet
Yes

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 4
Yes
Bedroom 4 Level
Second
Bedroom 4 Length
13.5
Bedroom 4 Width
12.8

Bedroom Amenities 4

Closet
Yes

Den

Den
Yes
Den Length
21.7
Den Level
Second
Den Width
25.7

Den Amenities

Closet
Yes

Kitchen

Kitchen
Yes
Kitchen Level
First
Kitchen Length
20
Kitchen Width
12.5

Kitchen Amenities

Eat-in Kitchen
Yes

Laundry Room

Laundry
Yes
Laundry Room Level
First
Laundry Room Length
6.6
Laundry Room Width
6

Laundry Room Amenities

Built-Ins
Yes
Utility Sink
Yes

Living Room

Living Room
Yes
Living Room Level
First
Living Room Length
19
Living Room Width
19

Living Room Amenities

Built-Ins
Yes
Cathedral Ceiling
Yes

Loft

Loft
Yes
Loft Length
9.7
Loft Width
27.9

Loft Amenities

Ladder
Yes

Primary Bedroom

Primary Bedroom
Yes
Primary Bedroom Level
First
Primary Bedroom Length
19.5
Primary Bedroom Width
18.8

Primary Bedroom Amenities

Double Vanities
Yes
Full Bath
Yes
Separate Shower
Yes
Soaking Tub
Yes
Suite
Yes
Walk-in Closet
Yes

Mud Room

Mud Room
Yes
Mud Room Level
First
Mud Room Length
10.4
Mud Room Width
13

Mud Room Amenities

Built-Ins
Yes
Closet
Yes

Sunroom

Sunroom
Yes
Sunroom Level
First
Sunroom Length
9.5
Sunroom Width
15.8

Sunroom Amenities

Three-Season
Yes

Room Features

Built-Ins
Yes
Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Yes
Closet
Yes
Double Vanity
Yes
Eat-in Kitchen
Yes
Full Bath
Yes
Kitchen Island
Yes
Separate Shower
Yes
Soaking Tub
Yes
Suite
Yes
Three-Season
Yes
Utility Sink
Yes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Yes

Property Features

Site: Level; Open; Well Landscaped; Wooded Location: Neighborhood; Rural; Subdivision Roads: Association; Dead End; Paved; Private Road Transportation: Deep Water Access; Major Road Access Source of Water Frontage: Public Records Water Body Type: Bay; Cove; Harbor; Ocean Recreational Water: Boat Slip; Common; Deeded; Dock; Oceanfront; Waterfront Deep View: Scenic Appliances Included: Dryer; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Kitchen Countertop: Granite Style: Cape Cod Construction: Wood Frame Basement: Daylight; Full; Unfinished; Walk-Out Access Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete Roof: Metal Exterior: Shingle Siding Heat System: Heat Pump; Radiant; Zoned Heat Fuel: Solar Water Heater: Heat Pump; Off Heating System Cooling: Heat Pump Floors: Tile; Wood Window Features: Double Pane Windows Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom; 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath; Bathtub; Clubhouse; Laundry - 1st Floor; Other; Primary Bedroom w/Bath; Shower; Storage; Walk-in Closets Patio and Porch Features: Deck; Glassed-in Porch; Patio; Porch; Porch-Screened Equipment: Cable; Generator Energy Efficiency: Water Heater Driveway: Paved Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces; On Site; Paved; Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s) Vehicle Storage: 2 Car; Auto Door Opener; Direct Entry to Living Restrictions: Other Restrictions Electric: Circuit Breakers; Photovoltaics Seller Owned Gas: Bottled Sewer: Private Sewer; Septic Tank Water: Private; Well

Room Information

Room Name Length Width Level
Kitchen 20.00 12.50 First
Living Room 19.00 19.00 First
Primary Bedroom 19.50 18.80 First
Bedroom 2 19.50 16.40 First
Laundry 6.60 6.00 First
Sunroom 9.50 15.80 First
Mud Room 10.40 13.00 First
Bedroom 3 20.00 18.00 Second
Bedroom 4 13.50 12.80 Second
Den 21.70 25.70 Second
Loft 9.70 27.90 Second
IDX
Listing Office: Engel & Volkers Casco Bay
Selling Office: Engel & Volkers Casco Bay
Last Updated: October - 10 - 2025
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