Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/20/2026
Listed
$1,895,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Located just steps away from one of Southern Maine's most beautiful beaches, Drakes Island offers the warmth of a small beach community with the peacefulness of coastal living. ''Saccarappa,'' an original Drakes Island cottage built in1906 meaning ''the falling toward the rising sun'', has been thoughtfully renovated and is now on the market, ready for new owners to make their mark. This unique coastal find offers 2,221 square feet of living space with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, separate living and family rooms with 2 fireplaces, an inviting dining area, and a third-floor loft. The brand-new kitchen boasts quartz countertops, all new cabinetry, an oversized island, hidden office area, and modern appliances including a beverage refrigerator. It's an ideal home for gatherings, simple relaxation, or quiet retreats. The house blends modern updates including six mini-split units for heating and cooling with classic character-rich wood floors, a welcoming front porch, a spacious back patio, and an oversized shed surrounded by mature gardens and landscaping. ''Saccarappa'' is move-in ready with many furnishings included. Take a bike ride up to the Community House for a summertime packed with activities: tennis, basketball, pickleball, a 5K road race, Fourth of July parade, children's day camps and craft nights. Become part of this charming community!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 478 Drakes Island Rd
General
- Price: $1,895,000
- HOA FEE: $17/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $10,623 (2025)
- Status: Active Under Contract
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MREIS
- MLS ID: 1658445
- Updated: 6/10/2026
- Added to Site: 81 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Furnishings: Partially
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Upper Level
Additional Information
- Equipment: Internet Access Available
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio, Porch
Parking
- Parking Features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces
Location
- County: York
- Subdivision: Drakes Island Improvement Association
Community
- Association: Yes
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Electric, Heat Pump, Hot Water
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cottage, Shingle
- Construction: Wood Frame, Shingle Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Exterior Entry, Crawlspace
- Roof: Composition
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Square Feet: 2,221
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Finished Total: 2,221 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,221 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1906
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: Scenic
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,969.6
- Zoning: RD
- Lot Description: Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Level, Right of Way, Landscaped, Near Public Transit
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $200
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Tax Amount: $10,623
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Lot Number: 30
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Schools
Schools serving 478 Drakes Island Rd
School District:Wells-Ogunquit Community School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Wells Junior High School 1470 Post Road, Wells, ME 04090 | 5-8 | 1.6 mi |
Wells Elementary School 276 Sanford Road, Wells, ME 04090 | K-4 | 2.1 mi |
Wells High School 200 Sanford Road, Wells, ME 04090 | 9-12 | 1.9 mi |
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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 478 Drakes Island Rd
Tax History
Tax History for 478 Drakes Island Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$10,623
6%
$1,644,440
—
2024
$9,990
4%
$1,643,110
2%
2023
$9,646
31%
$1,618,470
130%
2022
$7,373
-1%
$704,880
—
2021
$7,415
—
$704,880
—
2020
$7,387
1%
$704,880
—
2019
$7,345
1%
$704,880
—
2018
$7,274
2%
$704,880
—
2017
$7,162
6%
$704,880
5%
2016
$6,764
1%
$672,390
—
2015
$6,690
5%
$672,390
—
2014
$6,388
4%
$672,390
—
2013
$6,132
—
$672,390
—
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478 Drakes Island Road, Wells, ME 04090 (MLS# 1658445) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 478 Drakes Island Road is currently listed for $1,895,000 and was received on April 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 478 Drakes Island Road? 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.