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Property Description
Welcome to your own piece of Maine island paradise on beautiful Big Indian Lake! This exceptional Birch Island property encompasses three separate lots with approximately 300 feet of owned lake frontage, pebbled shores, and a unique peninsula offering expansive views and pristine water access. With 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a spacious 2 car garage, and year-round road access, this property is perfectly suited for both everyday living and unforgettable lake getaways. The grounds feature established gardens, mature plantings, peaceful outdoor spaces, and manicured wooded trails. Spend summer days swimming, boating, fishing, and relaxing along the shoreline, then gather around the firepit as the sun sets and loons call across the lake. Inside, the open-concept living area features an updated kitchen with granite countertops, cabinetry, high-end appliances, and a breakfast bar that flows into the dining area and inviting living room. A cozy fireplace and expansive windows showcase the surrounding water views. The first-floor primary suite offers a spacious closet and en-suite bath, while first-floor laundry adds convenience. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms and a full bath, including a lakeside bedroom with cathedral ceiling and private second-story deck overlooking the water. Additional amenities include three heat pumps, wood stove insert with a stone hearth, an automatic Generac generator, and generous storage. Best of all, the home is fully furnished and truly turnkey-simply bring your personal belongings and start enjoying island life. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence, a family getaway, or a place to create generations of memories, 7 Birch Island is a rare opportunity to own an extraordinary piece of Big Indian Lake and the quintessential Maine lake lifestyle.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 7 Birch Island
General
- Price: $649,900
- HOA FEE: $29/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $4,700 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MREIS
- MLS ID: 1679893
- Updated: 9/14/2026
- Added to Site: 6 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: 1st Floor Primary Bedroom w/Bath, Bathtub, Pantry, Shower, Storage
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
- Furnished: Yes
- Furnishings: Furnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Level
Additional Information
- Equipment: Cable, Generator, Internet Access Available
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces, On-Site Parking, Garage Door Opener, Detached
Location
- County: Somerset
- Subdivision: Birch Island Association
School Information
- High School District: RSU 19
Community
- Association: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Electric, Oil, Wood, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
Utilities
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Well: Yes
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod, Cottage, Dutch Colonial
- Construction: Wood Frame, Metal Clad, Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Bulkhead, Interior Entry, Crawlspace, Full, Partial, Sump Pump, Unfinished
- Roof: Metal, Shingle
- Square Feet: 1,879
- Sq. Ft. Source: Seller
- Finished Total: 1,879 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,879 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1980
Lot Features
- Property View: Scenic
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.93
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 40,510.8
- Street/Road Desc.: Private Road, Gravel, Dirt
- Zoning: Shoreland
- Lot Description: Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Near Town, Neighborhood, Rural, Level, Open Lot, Rolling Slope, Landscaped
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Name: Big Indian Lake
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Ceiling Fans, Dehumidifier
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $350
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Tax Amount: $4,700
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Lot Number: 007&8
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Schools
Schools serving 7 Birch Island
School District:Regional School Unit 19
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Somerset Elementary School 45 Blake Street, Hartland, ME 04943 | PK-4 | 3.2 mi |
Nokomis Regional Middle School 291 Williams Road, Newport, ME 04953 | 5-8 | 6.2 mi |
Nokomis Regional High School 291 Williams Road, Newport, ME 04953 | 9-12 | 6.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 7 Birch Island
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/09/2026
Listed
$649,900
13.03%
MLS
10/17/2024
Sold
$575,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 7 Birch Island
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,700
30%
$380,600
76%
2022
$3,620
—
$216,100
—
2021
$3,620
—
$216,100
—
2020
$3,620
—
$216,100
—
2019
$3,620
2%
$216,100
—
2018
$3,555
1%
$216,100
—
2017
$3,533
15%
$216,100
56%
2016
$3,070
9%
$138,300
—
2015
$2,807
5%
$138,300
—
2014
$2,683
14%
$138,300
7%
2012
$2,350
—
$129,100
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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7 Birch Island, Saint Albans, ME 04971 (MLS# 1679893) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 7 Birch Island is currently listed for $649,900 and was received on September 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 7 Birch Island? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Saint Albans? You can browse all Saint Albans real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

