TBD SW Burying Island, Vinalhaven, ME, 04863
About This Home
A rare and magical offering in one of Vinalhaven's most sought-after locations, historic Old Harbor. As the island's original harbor and still a working lobstering center, Old Harbor boasts maritime heritage and stunning Maine coastline. This small, private island offers sweeping views of Hurricane Island and the ferry route, and has a rocky beach perfect for swimming and picnics. The property features a cozy, well-maintained and fully outfitted cabin with a deck, and comes with a mooring. Just minutes from the mainland yet a world apart, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a beloved piece of Vinalhaven history.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Wood Frame,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Camp
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Range,Refrigerator
Basement
- Basement: None
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 209
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Other
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 209
- Total interior livable area: 209 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Zoning: Res/Marine
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterbody name: Penobscot Bay
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 2000,Waterfrontage Owned: 2000
Lot
- Lot size: 1.90 Acres
- Features: Other,Level,Wooded
Parking
- Parking features: No Driveway,None
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
- Coastal Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Winter Weather
- Hurricane
- Landslide
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tsunami
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 | $2,017 | $24,204 |
| Home Insurance | $199 | $2,388 |
| Property Taxes | $359 | $4,308 |
| Electricity | $244 | $2,930 |
| Total | $2,819 | $33,828 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-21 | Listed for sale | $399,000 |
For Sale by Agent
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