Lighthouse Watch is a tremendous waterfront opportunity to build your dream home. 2.63± acres on a private road along the shoreline in the popular seaside town of Cape Elizabeth. This stretch of shoreline acts as the front row gallery to enjoy the shipping activity coming and going from Portland Harbor, which has influenced maritime trade since 1633. With 162± feet of waterfrontage, with a sandy beach, the lot currently has a year-round two-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage, with stunning water views across Whaleback Rock and onto the far end of Casco Bay. The views are highlighted by 3 lighthouses, featuring Portland Head Light, commissioned by George Washington in 1787 and the most photographed lighthouse in the world. This beacon has served the maritime community for over 2 centuries. This is truly a unique opportunity to create your own vision in this southern Maine seaside community. Additional land available.
First time on the market, this gorgeous 3-acre legacy property is located on a private estate road discreetly located adjacent to Cape Elizabeth town center. Nestled within a pristine natural setting this rare woodland provides both exclusive privacy and extraordinary convenience. Abutting over 200 acres of conservation trust land, this untouched gem allows easy access to the Cape Elizabeth Land Trust Cross Town Trail where you and your family can enjoy peaceful strolls, mountain biking, birdwatching, and snowshoeing on a dog friendly trail network that serenely connects to some of the most uniquely beautiful land in the area, ultimately joining the dramatic bold Atlantic Ocean at Pond Cove and then on to Fort Williams Park and the Portland Head Light. All without getting in your car. Award winning public schools are a short distance away. Downtown Portland is 15 minutes away. The lot has been surveyed and soil tested making it even more convenient to start construction. This is a truly rare opportunity to create your dream home in the wonderful seaside community of Cape Elizabeth. Canter Lane is a private road. Absolutely no driving or parking on Canter Lane. Showings by appointment only.
Rarely does an opportunity like this present itself in Cape Elizabeth: over 11 acres of vacant land including an established auto body shop provides endless potential for those with vision and ambition. With its prime location and abundant acreage, this parcel invites creativity and innovation in shaping the future of Cape Elizabeth.Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Cape Elizabeth's history and shape its future. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned developer, or simply someone with a vision, this remarkable property is sure to exceed your expectations.
The median home value in Cape Elizabeth, ME is $951,000. This is higher than the county median home value of $470,000. The national median home value is $338,100. The average price of homes sold in Cape Elizabeth, ME is $951,000. Approximately 81.08% of Cape Elizabeth homes are owned, compared to 11.68% rented, while 7.24% are vacant. Cape Elizabeth real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Cape Elizabeth real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Cape Elizabeth, Maine has a population of 9,448. Cape Elizabeth is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 37.02% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 30.7%.
The median household income in Cape Elizabeth, Maine is $129,503. The median household income for the surrounding county is $80,679 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Cape Elizabeth is 48.8 years.
The average high temperature in July is 78.4 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 11 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 49 inches per year, with 55.8 inches of snow per year.