3 S Main Street, Kennebunkport, ME 04046

$2,650,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,936 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 36,155 Status: Active
Current Price: $2,650,000 List Date: 8/27/2026 Last Modified: 9/09/2026

Overview

Description

The Samuel Perkins House Built in 1737, over eight decades before Kennebunkport took its name, the historic Samuel Perkins House is a remarkable early Colonial residence holding nearly three centuries of history within its walls. Upon entering the home, one feels as though they are stepping back in time. Natural light moves through gracious rooms distinguished by the craftsmanship of another era. Wide-board pumpkin pine floors, paneled walls, period millwork and six fireplaces speak to the authenticity of its early New England origins. Offering four bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths across nearly 3,000 square feet, the residence retains the character, patina and architectural details shaped by time. Beyond the house, the expansive .83-acre in-town parcel feels like a sanctuary. Stately red oaks, established perennial gardens and mature grounds create an unexpected sense of privacy, while an access trail leads to frontage on Cabot Cove. All of this lies within one of Maine's mo ...

Listing Details MLS# 1678004

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #
3
Pre Direction
S
Street Name
Main
Street Type
Street
County
York
Town
Kennebunkport
State/Province
ME
Zip Code
04046
Leased Land
No
Book
6411
Page
329
Map
10
Block
5
Lot
Yes
Zoning
VR
Zoning Overlay
Unknown
Association
No
Full Tax Amount $
10435.76
Tax Year
2026
Tree Growth Y/N
No

Contract Information

Original List Price
2650000

Property Information

Surveyed
Yes
Seasonal
No
Deed/Conveyance Type Offered
Warranty
# Rooms
10
# Bedrooms
4
# Fireplaces
6
Total Full Baths
2
Total Half Baths
Yes
Total Baths
3
Furniture
Unfurnished
Color
Red
Year Built
1737
SqFt Finished Above Grade
2936
SqFt Finished Total
2936
SqFt Source
Public Records
Garage
No
Lot Size Acres +/-
0.83
Source of Acreage
Public Records

Water Info

Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Amount
20
Water Frontage Owned
20
Water View
Seasonal
Water Body Name
Cabot Cove

More Information

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1
Yes
Bedroom 1 Level
First

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2
Yes
Bedroom 2 Level
Second

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 3
Yes
Bedroom 3 Level
Second

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 4
Yes
Bedroom 4 Level
Second

Den

Den
Yes
Den Level
First

Den Amenities

Wood Burning Fireplace
Yes

Dining Room

Dining Room
Yes
Dining Room Level
First

Dining Room Amenities

Wood Burning Fireplace
Yes

Kitchen

Kitchen
Yes
Kitchen Level
First

Library

Library
Yes
Library Level
First

Library Amenities

Built-Ins
Yes

Living Room

Living Room
Yes
Living Room Level
First

Primary Bedroom

Primary Bedroom
Yes
Primary Bedroom Level
Second

Primary Bedroom Amenities

Walk-in Closet
Yes

Room Features

Built-Ins
Yes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Yes
Wood Burning Fireplace
Yes

Property Features

Site: Level; Open; Pasture/Field Location: Intown; Near Public Beach; Near Shopping; Near Town Roads: Public Source of Water Frontage: Public Records Water Body Type: Cove Recreational Water: Nearby; Waterfront Tidal View: Scenic Appliances Included: Cooktop; Dishwasher; Dryer; Washer Kitchen Countertop: Formica; Other; Solid Surface Style: Colonial Levels: Two Construction: Wood Frame Basement: Brick/Mortar; Bulkhead Basement Entry: Bulkhead Foundation Materials: Block; Granite Roof: Shingle Exterior: Clapboard; Wood Siding Heat System: Hot Water Heat Fuel: Oil Water Heater: Electric Cooling: None Floors: Wood Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom; Attic; Bathtub; Pantry; Shower; Walk-in Closets Driveway: Gravel Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces; On Site Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage Restrictions: No Restrictions Electric: Circuit Breakers Gas: No Gas Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public

Room Information

Room Name Level
Primary Bedroom Second
Bedroom 1 First
Bedroom 2 Second
Bedroom 3 Second
Bedroom 4 Second
Den First
Dining Room First
Kitchen First
Library First
Living Room First
IDX
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Last Updated: September - 09 - 2026
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