$574,400
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 924 sqft (on 0.28 acres)
47 Surf Street, Phippsburg, ME 04562
Est. Refi. Payment $3,712/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold Oct 24, 2023 for $540,000
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$574KSince last month
Increased$37K (+6.8%)Since last year
Increased$19K (+3.4%)Since last sale
Increased$34K (+6.4%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +124% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| September 2026 | $574K |
| August 2026 | $533K |
| July 2026 | $538K |
| June 2026 | $534K |
| May 2026 | $555K |
| April 2026 | $531K |
| March 2026 | $516K |
| February 2026 | $506K |
| January 2026 | $496K |
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Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.11 | Single-Family Home | $750,000 | 09/10/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,426 | |
0.67 | Single-Family Home | $495,000 | 09/19/25 | 1 | 1.5 | 832 | |
1.63 | Single-Family Home | $1,420,000 | 03/19/26 | 4 | 3.5 | 2,700 | |
3.02 | Single-Family Home | $710,000 | 06/25/26 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,176 | |
3.02 | Single-Family Home | $610,000 | 01/15/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,886 | |
2.88 | Single-Family Home | $600,000 | 05/29/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,800 | |
2.82 | Single-Family Home | $649,000 | 06/04/26 | 4 | 1 | 3,134 | |
3.31 | Single-Family Home | $845,000 | 07/24/26 | 2 | 2 | 950 | |
3.19 | Single-Family Home | $650,000 | 12/19/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,882 |
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.05 | $1,487,900 | 4 | 1.5 | 2,000 | Off Market | |
0.05 | $1,370,200 | 4 | 1 | 1,495 | Off Market | |
0.11 | $750,000 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,426 | Recently Sold | |
0.16 | $905,500 | 3 | 1 | 960 | Off Market | |
0.29 | $1,538,500 | 4 | 3 | 3,310 | Off Market | |
0.33 | $831,500 | 4 | 3 | 3,310 | Off Market | |
0.36 | $604,200 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,512 | Off Market | |
0.42 | $440,500 | 3 | 1 | 612 | Off Market | |
0.55 | $3,600,000 | 3 | 3.5 | 4,100 | For Sale | |
0.62 | $613,300 | 2 | 1 | 632 | Off Market | |
0.64 | $420,500 | 2 | 1 | 632 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Single-Family Home
Built in 1955
0.28 acre lot
924 sqft
$622/sqft
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Engel & Volkers Casco Bay
Bought with: Portside Real Estate Group
Source: Maine Listings, MLS#1565604

About this House
Message in the Bottle. This home is across the street from the iconic movie 'Message in the Bottle'. Listen to the surf and gentle breeze at this quaint cottage. Within the Popham Beach community, (The Grove) 47 Surf Street is aptly named as you can hear the healing sounds of the surf from the cottage. This is a highly sought after community and the beach is just a short walk down Osprey Lane. From the front deck you can see glimpses of the beach. Enjoy morning walks watching the crashing waves on this almost 3 mile beach, while breathing in the wonderful Maine air and exhaling all of your worries away. The cottage provides for a lot of summer living space with three bedrooms, kitchen, dining area and living room. Come bring your life and TLC to this property. There is excellent rental possibilities. Buyers will need to do their own due diligence. Come make this your summer getaway. Schedule your showing today.
47 Surf Street, Phippsburg, ME 04562 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 924 sqft single-family home built in 1955. It last sold for $540,000 on Oct 24, 2023 (6% below the $575,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $574,400, with a rent estimate of $2,183/month.
Home Details for 47 Surf Street
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Interior Details Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Other Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 924 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Utilities OnAppliances: Electric Range, RefrigeratorRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Space HeaterNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Space Heater |
Fireplace & Spa No Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Electric: Circuit Breakers |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Accessibility: Level EntryFloors: Carpet, Vinyl |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckFoundation: Pillar/Post/PierNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Gravel,1 - 4 Spaces |
Frontage Road Frontage: Private RoadRoad Surface Type: Gravel, DirtNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Private Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 924 Square Feet |
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Year Built Year Built: 1955 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cottage,Ranch |
Building Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Wood Siding |
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Price List Price: $575,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Mon Sep 25 2023 |
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Direction & Address City: Phippsburg |
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Building Area Building Area: 924 Square Feet |
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Lot Area: 0.28 acres |
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Mls Number: 1565604Above Grade Unfinished Area: 924 |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Oct 24, 2023 Source: Maine Listings #1565604 | Sold | $540,000 |
Sep 25, 2023 Source: Maine Listings #1565604 | Pending | $575,000 |
Aug 11, 2023 Source: Maine Listings #1565604 | Contingent | $575,000 |
Jul 21, 2023 Source: Maine Listings #1565604 | Listed For Sale | $575,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2024 | $3,084 | $261,800 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Phippsburg
Last updated August 2026
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What Locals Say about Phippsburg
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100 % Say parking is easy
100 % Say it's dog friendly
100 % Say people would walk alone at night
100 % Say there's holiday spirit
100 % Say car is needed
100 % Say it's quiet
100 % Say there's wildlife
71 % Say neighbors are friendly
50 % Say yards are well-kept
50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
50 % Say kids play outside
50 % Say there are community events
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Frequently asked questions about 47 Surf Street
- What is 47 Surf Street estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 47 Surf Street in Phippsburg, ME is $574,400.
- What is the price history for 47 Surf Street?47 Surf Street in Phippsburg, ME last sold for $540,000 in October 2023.
- Is Phippsburg a buyer's or seller's market?Phippsburg is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What are the closest schools to 47 Surf Street?The closest schools to 47 Surf Street in Phippsburg, ME are Bath Middle School (rated 5/10), Morse High School (rated 7/10), Phippsburg Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 9/10).
- How big is the lot at 47 Surf Street?The lot at 47 Surf Street in Phippsburg, ME is about 0.28 acres (12,197 sq ft).
- Does 47 Surf Street have parking?Yes, 47 Surf Street in Phippsburg, ME has on-site parking.

