The Downeast Group

07/10/2026

While the Maine Association of Realtors is reporting an increase in home sales and prices across the state,macro stats don't always reflect our local area. We are seeing a trickle of new inventory right now, and buyers are taking their time—meaning some properties are sitting a bit longer. Statewide graphics are great for a broad overview, but if you want to know what’s actually happening in your area send us a DM!

06/12/2026

New interesting study from USM focuses on the Blue Hill Peninsula population shift We're seeing this in both our short-term rentals and real estate businesses.

BLUE HILL—A recent study from the University of Southern Maine backs up what many people on the Blue Hill Peninsula have noticed for years. The area is changing, and it is part of a bigger shift happening across Maine’s small towns. “Migrationland: Social and Economic Impacts of Demographic Ch...

06/08/2026

📊 BLUE HILL PENINSULA MARKET UPDATE

Current data points to a slight seller's market — but the on-the-ground reality tells a more nuanced story.

We're seeing:
✅ Rising inventory
✅ Increased buyer bargaining power
✅ A market that's shifting in real time

For BUYERS 👉 Real opportunity is here. More choices and more room to negotiate.
For SELLERS 👉 Strategic pricing and presentation are still delivering strong results.

The data is one thing. Local knowledge is everything.

At Harcourts Waterfront & Fine Properties, we combine over a century of proud global heritage with a forward-focused commitment to delivering the highest levels of personal and professional service — and the best possible results for our clients.

Contact us today to find out what the current market means for YOU. 👇

Brenda and Chelsea Horton, Sara Leighton

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06/02/2026

It's more than a number on a listing sheet.

It means privacy. Space between you and neighboring properties. Room to enjoy the water without feeling crowded.

It means flexibility. Launch a kayak, take a swim, watch the tide roll in, or simply enjoy the changing scenery from your own stretch of coastline.

It means a front-row seat to life on Blue Hill Bay. Sailboats crossing the horizon. Lobster boats heading out at sunrise. Ever-changing views of the water, islands, and distant mountains.

At 191 Woods Point Road, you'll find over 290 feet of private shoreline paired with deep water access and panoramic views toward Cadillac Mountain—an increasingly rare combination on the Maine coast.

📍 191 Woods Point Road | Blue Hill, Maine
3 Beds | 3 Baths | 3,000 SqFt

Learn more:
https://191-woods-point-road.harcourtswfp.com/

Presented by the Downeast Group at Harcourts Waterfront & Fine Properties

Sara Leighton 📞 (207) 266-6257
Brenda Horton 📞 (207) 610-0512
Chelsea Horton 📞 (207) 460-1471

05/29/2026

Some offer a view. Others offer a true connection to the water.

At 191 Woods Point Road, you'll find over 290 feet of private shoreline, deep water access for boating, panoramic views across Blue Hill Bay, and a home designed to take advantage of it all.

Watch the sailboats pass from the deck. Take a swim from your own shoreline. Enjoy sunsets with Cadillac Mountain on the horizon.

This is the kind of property that makes people fall in love with coastal Maine.

📍 191 Woods Point Road | Blue Hill, Maine
3 Beds | 3 Baths | 3,000 SqFt

Learn more:
https://191-woods-point-road.harcourtswfp.com/

Presented by the Downeast Group at Harcourts Waterfront & Fine Properties

Sara Leighton 📞 (207) 266-6257
Brenda Horton 📞 (207) 610-0512
Chelsea Horton

05/25/2026

A Mount Desert Island seal colony was featured on CBS This Morning:

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05/12/2026

From above, you can truly appreciate what makes 191 Woods Point Road so extraordinary.

Private shoreline. Deep water access. Sweeping views of Blue Hill Bay and Cadillac Mountain.

This Blue Hill waterfront home offers the kind of setting people dream about when they think of coastal Maine living. With 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and nearly 3,000 square feet, the property blends comfort, privacy, and unforgettable scenery.

If you’ve been searching for a true waterfront escape, this is one worth seeing. Reach out to one of us for more information on this available property!

Explore the full listing here:
https://191-woods-point-road.harcourtswfp.com/

Downeast Group | Harcourts Waterfront & Fine Properties
Sara Leighton 📞 (207) 266-6257
Brenda Horton 📞 (207) 610-0512
Chelsea Horton