53 Washington Street, Lubec, ME 04652

$447,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,439 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 4,792 Status: Active
Current Price: $447,000 List Date: 1/08/2026 Last Modified: 3/09/2026

Overview

Description

Introducing Salty Paws, a delightful mid-1800s coastal cottage where classic New England character meets thoughtful modern updates. This established rental offers 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms and is perfectly situated in the heart of Lubec. Renovated extensively since 2021 down to the studs, this post-and-beam cottage features exposed beams and an open-concept layout that feels both cozy and inviting. Careful updates include new electrical and plumbing systems, spray foam insulation, new walls and ceilings, a new heating system, new windows and siding, a new roof, new doors, structural support columns, improved drainage, landscaping, two brand-new decks, and more. Radiant in-floor heating adds comfort to the kitchen and first-floor bathroom, and plumbing is already in place for a future outdoor shower - perfect after a day by the sea. Throughout the renovation, the owner took special care to preserve and refresh original details, allowing the home's historic charm to shine while offering the comforts of today. Located just steps from town amenities, this inviting cottage is within walking distance to the Lubec Memorial Library, local shops, restaurants, bank, Lubec Brewing Company, and the Mowry Beach Boardwalk. Explore miles of scenic shoreline and hiking trails nearby or take an easy trip across the Franklin D. Roosevelt Bridge to Campobello Island. Whether you're seeking a charming coastal getaway, a full-time residence, or a continued income-producing rental, Salty Paws offers a welcoming place to slow down, settle in, and enjoy life Downeast.

Listing Details MLS# 1648893

Property Sub-Type

Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence

Location Information

Street #
53
Street Name
Washington
Street Type
Street
County
Washington
Town
Lubec
State/Province
ME
Zip Code
04652
Zip +4
1140
Leased Land
No
Book
4825
Page
219
Map
15
Lot
269
Zoning
Residential
Zoning Overlay
No
Neighborhood Association
15
Association
No
Full Tax Amount $
1541
Tax Year
2025
Tree Growth Y/N
No

Contract Information

Original List Price
499000

Property Information

Surveyed
Unknown
Seasonal
No
Deed/Conveyance Type Offered
Warranty
# Rooms
8
# Bedrooms
3
Total Full Baths
Yes
Total Half Baths
Yes
Total Baths
2
Furniture
Furnished
Year Built
1850
SqFt Finished Above Grade
1439
SqFt Finished Total
1439
SqFt Source
Other
Other Source of Square Footage
Matterport
Garage
No
Lot Size Acres +/-
0.11
Source of Acreage
Public Records
# Fireplaces
0
SqFt Finished Below Grade
0

Water Info

Water Frontage
No
Water View
No

Appliances Included

Other Appliances
Washer/Dryer Combo
Dishwasher
Yes
Electric Range
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes

More Information

Site

Open
Yes

Location

Intown
Yes

Roads

Public
Yes

Recreational Water

Nearby
Yes
Oceanfront
Yes
Public
Yes

Construction

Wood Frame
Yes

Structure Type

Post & Beam
Yes

Basement

Crawl Space
Yes

Exterior

Shingle Siding
Yes

Roof

Shingle
Yes

Heat System

Direct Vent Heater
Yes
Hot Water
Yes
Radiant
Yes
Radiator
Yes

Energy Efficiency

Ceiling Fans
Yes
Recirculating Hot Water
Yes
Thermostat
Yes
Water Heater
Yes

Heat Fuel

Gas Bottled
Yes

Cooling

None
Yes

Floors

Concrete
Yes
Painted/Stained
Yes
Wood
Yes

Kitchen Countertop

Butcher Block
Yes

Parking

1 - 4 Spaces
Yes

Style

Cape Cod
Yes
Cottage
Yes

Electric

Circuit Breakers
Yes

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1
Yes
Bedroom 1 Level
Second
Bedroom 1 Length
14.8
Bedroom 1 Width
9.11

Bedroom 1 Amenities

Skylight
Yes

Gas

Bottled
Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2
Yes
Bedroom 2 Level
Second
Bedroom 2 Length
14.8
Bedroom 2 Width
7.1

Water

Public
Yes

Bedroom Amenities 2

Skylight
Yes

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 3
Yes
Bedroom 3 Level
Second
Bedroom 3 Length
14.6
Bedroom 3 Width
12.4

Bedroom Amenities 3

Balcony/Deck
Yes
Closet
Yes

Driveway

Gravel
Yes

Basement Entry

Exterior Only
Yes

Water Heater

On Demand
Yes

Window Features

Double Pane Windows
Yes

Amenities

Bathtub
Yes
Fence
Yes
Laundry - 1st Floor
Yes
Shower
Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Deck
Yes
Patio
Yes

Equipment

Internet Access Available
Yes

Vehicle Storage

No Vehicle Storage
Yes

Dining Room

Dining Room
Yes
Dining Room Level
First
Dining Room Length
14.6
Dining Room Width
10.6

Kitchen

Kitchen
Yes
Kitchen Level
First
Kitchen Length
19.9
Kitchen Width
12.1

Kitchen Amenities

Island
Yes

Laundry Room

Laundry
Yes
Laundry Room Level
First
Laundry Room Length
3.5
Laundry Room Width
8

Living Room

Living Room
Yes
Living Room Level
First
Living Room Length
14.3
Living Room Width
18.4

Loft

Loft
Yes
Loft Length
14.8
Loft Width
11

Loft Amenities

Built-Ins
Yes
Ladder
Yes
Sleeping
Yes
Stairway
Yes
Storage
Yes

Room Features

Balcony/Deck
Yes
Built-Ins
Yes
Closet
Yes
Kitchen Island
Yes
Skylight
Yes
Sleeping
Yes
Stairway
Yes
Storage
Yes

Property Features

Site: Open Location: Intown Roads: Public Recreational Water: Nearby; Oceanfront; Public Appliances Included: Dishwasher; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator Kitchen Countertop: Butcher Block Style: Cape Cod; Cottage Structure Type: Post & Beam Construction: Wood Frame Basement: Crawl Space Basement Entry: Exterior Only Roof: Shingle Exterior: Shingle Siding Heat System: Direct Vent Heater; Hot Water; Radiant; Radiator Heat Fuel: Gas Bottled Water Heater: On Demand Cooling: None Floors: Concrete; Painted/Stained; Wood Window Features: Double Pane Windows Amenities: Bathtub; Fence; Laundry - 1st Floor; Shower Patio and Porch Features: Deck; Patio Equipment: Internet Access Available Energy Efficiency: Ceiling Fans; Recirculating Hot Water; Thermostat; Water Heater Driveway: Gravel Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage Electric: Circuit Breakers Gas: Bottled Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public

Room Information

Kitchen Length: 19.90 Width: 12.10 Level: First Dining Room Length: 14.60 Width: 10.60 Level: First Laundry Length: 3.50 Width: 8.00 Level: First Living Room Length: 14.30 Width: 18.40 Level: First Loft Length: 14.80 Width: 11.00 Level: Second Bedroom 1 Length: 14.80 Width: 9.11 Level: Second Bedroom 2 Length: 14.80 Width: 7.10 Level: Second Bedroom 3 Length: 14.60 Width: 12.40 Level: Second

Documents

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Last Updated: March - 09 - 2026
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