Commercial Building, Mail Order, Show Room (Non-Auto), WarehouseCommercial
Last sold for $500,000 on Dec 18, 2008
71 COTTAGE ST
BAR HARBOR, ME 04609
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,298 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1,307 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500,000 · Dec 18, 2008
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,200 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$717,100 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$242,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$474,600
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
41
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Commercial Building, Mail Order, Show Room (Non-Auto), Warehouse
CountyHANCOCK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(3)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EH
Conners-Emerson SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.3 mi
Mount Desert Island High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi
District: Bar Harbor
Neighborhood · ZIP 04609These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.69%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,934
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.80 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,963
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,136
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%
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How this home compares
71 Cottage St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Bigger than 87% of homes in Hancock County
- Among the smallest lots in Bar Harbor 04609
- Newer than 81% of homes in Hancock County
How it measures up in Bar Harbor 04609
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bar Harbor 04609.
Living area2,298 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,664 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 77% of homes nearby
Lot size1,307 ft²
SmallerTypical 1.25 acBigger
Smaller than almost all homes nearby
Year built2003
OlderTypical 1986Newer
Newer than 77% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Bar Harbor 04609 | Hancock County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,298 ft² | 77% of homes | 87% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 1,307 ft² | almost no homes | almost no homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 2003 | 77% of homes | 81% of homes |
About 71 Cottage St
When did 71 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME last sell?
71 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME last sold on Dec 18, 2008 for $500,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 71 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME?
71 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,298 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.
When was 71 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME built?
71 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 71 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME?
71 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME is assigned to Conners-Emerson School (elementary), rated A+; Mount Desert Island High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Bar Harbor. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 71 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME compare to other homes in Bar Harbor 04609?
Among the 2,593 homes in Bar Harbor 04609, it is bigger than 77% of them (2,298 ft² against a typical 1,664 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (1,307 ft² against a typical 1.25 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (2003 against a typical 1986). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 71 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME?
The 2024 property tax bill for 71 Cottage St, Bar Harbor, ME was $7,200. The county assessed it at $717,100.
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- 25 Bridge St$898K159 ft · 5 bd · 1 ba · 1,914 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
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- 65 Cottage St$668K167 ft · 2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,280 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
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