85 Lake Shore Drive, Peru, ME, 04290
About This Home
Unplug, relax and unwind at your own private island on beautiful Lake Anasagunticook. This one of a kind solid stone cottage with it's own lighthouse, offers a 360 degree view of the lake. Built in 1937, this property has held it's original character. Built with an open floorplan, there's room to sleep 5 people comfortably with a kitchen/dining/living area where everyone can gather to play board games, read or enjoy a meal together. The outdoor area is your own oasis on the water. Watch the loons swim by and eagles soar, while you take in the amazing views of the western Maine mountains. There's a seperate dock with stairs that lead directly into the water where you can cool off in the summertime. There's also an outdoor shower with hot water. The fishing is as good as it gets. If you like sunsets, this takes things to a new level. Whether your watching from the fire pit or take the boat out, it never disappoints. You have to experience all this special place has to offer. Access to the island comes with a seperate parcel of land. There are docks on shore and at the island for your boat. The shore lot has a sandy beach that gradually gets deeper. It's perfect for newer swimmers or just soaking up the sun in the water. There is plenty of room to park your vehicles, or have a seasonal camper for overflow guests. You can enjoy some modern comforts with a state of the art solar array complete with a battery storage system. If it's cloudy, no problem. There's a quiet gas generator to recharge the batteries and keep the lights, air conditioner and refrigerator running. Thinking of renting it out? The island has been used as an Airbnb for the last several years, with guests every week! If you can think of ways to make it more comfortable, the current owners have already done that. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1937
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Stone,Other
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Camp,Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Microwave,Gas Range,Refrigerator,Other
Basement
- Basement: None
Dining Room
- Features: Dining Area,Informal,Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: First
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom,Compost Toilet,One-Floor Living
- Flooring: Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 480
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Other
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 480
- Total interior livable area: 480 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: First
Living Room
- Features: Informal,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: CNON000000U000003000033
- Zoning: shoreland
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s),Scenic
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterbody name: Lake Anasagunticook aka Canton Lake
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 45,Waterfrontage Owned: 45
Lot
- Lot size: 7,405 sqft
- Features: Rural,Open Lot
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel,1 - 4 Spaces
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Hurricane
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Maine Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,781 | $33,372 |
| Home Insurance | $195 | $2,340 |
| Property Taxes | $398 | $4,776 |
| Electricity | $244 | $2,930 |
| Total | $3,618 | $43,416 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-18 | Listed for sale | $550,000 |
| 2023-08-31 | Sold | $375,000 |
| 2023-08-31 | Pending sale | $400,000 |
| 2023-08-09 | Contingent | $400,000 |
| 2023-07-12 | Price change | $400,000 |
| 2023-07-05 | Listed for sale | $425,000 |
| 2023-06-03 | Contingent | $425,000 |
| 2023-05-17 | Listed for sale | $425,000 |
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