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Property Description
Come and discover this great value for oceanfront property. Start planning now for summer of 2026! Vintage cottage on the sands of Wells Beach offering an amazing opportunity to begin your coastal lifestyle in this laid-back home with a total of seven bedrooms and two baths. Update with some essential changes without getting too fancy and enjoy as an affordable second home or engage a builder and construct your ideal beach house or year round property. Some of the features of this classic seasonal property include high ceilings throughout, a convenient first-floor bedroom, a sizable eat-in kitchen, cozy living room and storage galore including a walk-up attic. The seaside glassed-in wrap around porch is the place to be and provides the perfect spot to take in the captivating ocean views. The wood tones give the home a warm and inviting feel. The bedrooms are all decent size and most offer an ocean view with one offering a distant marsh view. The separate guest suite in the lower level is perfect for extended family and friends or potential future income with its two bedrooms, bath, kitchen, den and small living room. The cottage is located on a fabulous stretch of the beach with 50 feet of water frontage, a low maintenance yard and plenty of parking. Roll right out onto the beach every morning! Walk to a few area restaurants and shops. Fine & casual dining, summer theater, golf, boating and a multitude of choices for recreation and fun are all just minutes away. The historic towns of Ogunquit, York, Kennebunk and Kennebunkport are nearby. The appealing seaport cities of Portland and Portsmouth are only 30-45 minutes away in either direction. The Amtrak train station from Wells to Boston is only a few miles from the property. Don't miss out on your chance to make the dream of the beach lifestyle a reality in this classic waterfront home. Tax card reflects that this property is a two family. Any interested parties should do their due diligence to verify.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 229 Atlantic Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,145,000
- Taxes: $11,149 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MREIS
- MLS ID: 1645672
- Added to Site: 100 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Shower
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 7
Additional Information
- Equipment: Cable
Parking
- Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Other, On-Site Parking, Off Street, Tandem
Location
- County: York
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Baseboard
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Shingle
- Building Size: 1986
- Square Feet: 1,986
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 1,986 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 1,986 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,254 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 732 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
Lot Features
- Property View: Scenic
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,920.4
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Zoning: RB
- Lot Description: Open, Corner Lot, Level, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Near Railroad
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $11,149
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Lot Number: 145
Listed by Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group (207) 646-5131
Sold by Real Broker (207) 272-3984
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Schools
Schools serving 229 Atlantic Ave
School District:Wells-Ogunquit Community School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Wells Junior High School 1470 Post Road, Wells, ME 04090 | 5-8 | 1.2 mi |
Wells Elementary School 276 Sanford Road, Wells, ME 04090 | K-4 | 1.7 mi |
Wells High School 200 Sanford Road, Wells, ME 04090 | 9-12 | 1.4 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 229 Atlantic Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/03/2026
Sold
$1,145,000
-17.92%
MLS
12/05/2025
Listed
$1,395,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
229 Atlantic Avenue, Wells, ME 04090 (MLS# 1645672) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,145,000 on February 03, 2026. Want to learn more about 229 Atlantic Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Wells? You can browse all Wells real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

