Waterfront
Address
218 West Shore Drive, Portland, ME
Price
$ 2,100,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#1673223
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyCumberland
- CityPortland
- NeighborhoodDiamond Cove Homeowners Association
- Zip04109
- StyleOther, Shingle
- Year Built1997
- Taxes$ 16146
- Price$ 2,100,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1039
- Lot Size2.93 Acres
Data Source:
Maine Listings (MREIS)
Property Description
A truly rare offering on Great Diamond Island, 218 West Shore Drive is a year-round waterfront property where Maine island living, extraordinary history, and unforgettable sunset views converge. Part of historic Fort McKinley, a coastal defense installation constructed between 1890 and 1910 to protect Portland Harbor, the property occupies a commanding waterfront position with sweeping views toward the Portland skyline. Set on almost 3 acres with 266 feet of water frontage, and including an approved buildable house lot, it offers a meaningful connection to both the island's storied past and the surrounding seascape. The charming cottage is attached to an original mining casemate and features an inviting living area opening to a waterside patio, two bedrooms, and one bath, with the primary bedroom located within the original casemate. Additional historic structures include a renovated second bunker, currently used as a den/office and a workshop with potential for a third bedroom, as well as a rangefinder station and gun battery. Tucked along a private cove with beautiful westerly sunset views, this one-of-a-kind property offers privacy, character, and a remarkable connection to the sea. As part of the Diamond Cove Association, residents enjoy amenities including a pool, tennis and pickleball courts, a bowling alley, and a basketball court. Accessible by ferry or private boat, Great Diamond Island also offers a marina, an inn, and restaurants, creating an exceptional opportunity for year-round island living just minutes from Portland.
General Features
| Sewer | Private Sewer |
|---|---|
| Zoning | residential |
| Electric | Circuit Breakers |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| County | Cumberland |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | true |
| Status | Active |
| City | Portland |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 127630.8 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 16146 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Tax Lot | 18 |
| View | Scenic,Trees/Woods |
| Body of Water | Casco Bay |
| Virtual Tour | https://3dtour.owlseyemedia.com/tour/57x5qzn4xg |
| Heating | Electric,Propane,Direct Vent Heater,Heat Pump,Wood Stove |
| Cooling | Heat Pump |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| HOA Fee | 725 |
| Pets Allowed | Other Restrictions |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Monthly |
| Subdivision Name | Diamond Cove Homeowners Association |
| Roof | Metal |
| Architectural Style | Other,Shingle |
| Construction Materials | Masonry,Wood Frame,Shingle Siding |
| Year Built | 1997 |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Total Rooms | 7 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Appliances | Dryer,Microwave,Gas Range,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Other Structures | Outbuilding |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck |
Interior Features
| Total Baths | 1 |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Basement | Not Applicable,None |
| Flooring | Concrete,Wood |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1039 |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Interior Amenities | 1st Floor Bedroom,Other,Shower,Storage,Primary Bedroom w/Bath |
| Laundry Features | Main Level |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Gravel,None |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Abuts Conservation,Historic District,Rural,Rolling Slope,Wooded |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 2.93 |
| Lot Size Acres | 2.93 |
| Road Surface Type | Gravel,Dirt |
| Lot Size Source | Public Records |
| Waterfront Y/N | true |
| Road Frontage Type | Private Road |
| Building Area Total | 1039 |
| 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
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