Property Attributes
- MLS#1666904
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyWaldo
- CitySearsport
- Zip04974
- StyleVictorian
- Year Built1850
- Taxes$ 9880
- Price$ 2,199,000
- Bedrooms9
- Full Bathrooms6
- Half Bathrooms2
- Sqr Footage5930
- Lot Size4.27 Acres
Data Source:
Maine Listings (MREIS)
Property Description
The Frederick Hall House--Where Maine's Maritime Legacy Meets Extraordinary Opportunity. Built circa 1850 by respected merchant and builder Frederick Hall on land once part of the original David Nickels homestead, this landmark estate stands among the historic homes that helped define Searsport's celebrated 'Captain's Row' during Maine's Golden Age of Sail. Set on 4.27 acres, the property offers more than 6,000 square feet with 9 bedrooms, 6 full baths, and 2 half baths, showcasing grand formal rooms, soaring ceilings, multiple fireplaces, elegant millwork, and timeless architectural craftsmanship. Outside, paddocks, a substantial barn with two horse stalls, a finished upper-level gathering hall, an oversized bay for boats, vehicles or equipment, and an outbuilding with an outdoor boiler create exceptional versatility. Whether your vision is a legacy family estate, gentleman's farm, boutique inn, destination wedding venue, executive retreat, culinary or wellness retreat, artists' residency, luxury vacation property, or an owner-occupied residence with guest accommodations, this property offers remarkable flexibility, subject to local zoning and municipal approvals. Located just moments from Penobscot Bay, enjoy easy access to the Penobscot Marine Museum, Moose Point State Park, the village waterfront, antique shops, local restaurants, and Belfast's vibrant harbor, galleries, shopping, and year-round cultural attractions. More than a historic home, The Frederick Hall House offers the rare opportunity to become the next steward of one of Midcoast Maine's most distinguished estates--preserving its remarkable past while creating its next chapter.
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Zoning | R-1 |
| Electric | Circuit Breakers,Generator Hookup |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| County | Waldo |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Status | Active |
| City | Searsport |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 186001.2 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 9880 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Tax Lot | 55 |
| View | Scenic |
| Body of Water | Penobscot Bay |
| Heating | Oil,Wood,Baseboard,Zoned,Other |
| Cooling | None |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Pets Allowed | No Restrictions |
| Roof | Metal,Rolled/Hot Mop,Shingle |
| Garage Spaces | 4 |
| Architectural Style | Victorian |
| Construction Materials | Wood Frame,Clapboard,Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1850 |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Total Rooms | 15 |
| Full Baths | 6 |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Electric Range,Refrigerator,Trash Compactor,Washer |
| Other Structures | Outbuilding,Barn(s) |
| Patio/Porch Features | Patio,Porch |
| Accessibility | 32 - 36 Inch Doors |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
Interior Features
| Total Baths | 8 |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning Y/N | false |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Basement | Bulkhead,Interior Entry,Crawl Space,Full,Brick/Mortar,Unfinished |
| Flooring | Tile,Wood |
| Total Fireplaces | 7 |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 5930 |
| Half Baths | 2 |
| Total Bedrooms | 9 |
| Interior Amenities | Attic,Bathtub,Pantry,Shower,Storage,Primary Bedroom w/Bath |
| Furnished Y/N | Negotiable |
| Laundry Features | Main Level |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Gravel,21+ Spaces,On Site,Inside Entrance,Heated Garage |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Historic District,Near Shopping,Near Town,Farm,Open Lot,Pasture,Landscaped |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 4.27 |
| Lot Size Acres | 4.27 |
| Lot Size Source | Public Records |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Building Area Total | 5930 |
| Foundation Details | Granite,Poured Concrete,Brick/Mortar |
| Other Equipment | Internet Access Available |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 04974
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