Welcome to 17 Elizabeth Street on Peaks Island — a thoughtfully updated and lovingly maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath coastal retreat just a scenic 17-minute ferry ride from downtown Portland, Maine. Located only a 6-minute walk or quick golf cart ride from the ferry landing, this property offers the perfect blend of peaceful island living and convenient access to Portland’s award-winning restaurants, shopping, galleries, and waterfront nightlife. Bring your car on the ferry or embrace the walkable island lifestyle. Filled with charm and character, the home features hardwood floors, abundant natural light, seaglass-inspired interiors, a stunning stained glass window, and a one-of-a-kind staircase crafted with repurposed piano legs. Thoughtful updates include new appliances, fresh landscaping, and interior and exterior painting, creating a move-in ready home with timeless coastal appeal. Enjoy coffee on the inviting front porch and unwind after beach days on the private back porch overlooking a unique backyard oasis. The oversized shed offers endless possibilities as an art studio, bunk house, workshop, gardening space, or storage for beach and boating gear. Just a short walk to Centennial Beach, this home is perfectly positioned to enjoy boating, fishing, kayaking, sailing, pickleball, tennis, scenic bike rides, golf cart cruising, and beautiful coastal walks. Rich in history and known for its vibrant yet relaxed community, Peaks Island offers modern conveniences including a grocery store, restaurants, post office, elementary school, and local shops — all surrounded by the beauty of Casco Bay. Whether you are searching for a year-round residence, summer getaway, or investment opportunity, 17 Elizabeth captures the magic of Maine island living. Get in before summer and discover why so many people return to Peaks Island year after year. Open House Sat 6/13 from 10-12PM!
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Listed by: Carey Giampa, LLC/Rye
$700,000
17 Elizabeth Street, Portland, ME 04108-1168
3beds
1,450sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
5,663 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$483/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Seaglass-inspired interiorsAbundant natural lightStunning stained glass windowInviting front porchFresh landscapingHardwood floorsNew appliances
- 44 days |
- 3,162 |
- 130 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Hillary Barrett,
Carey Giampa, LLC/Rye Cell:603-918-0761
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5088979
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Electric Stove
Features
- Natural Light, Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Dirt Floor,Unfinished,Walk-Up Access
- Fireplace features: Wood Stove Insert
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,450
- Total interior livable area: 1,450 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,450
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Deck, Garden, Shed
Lot
- Size: 5,663 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped, Level, Near Shopping
Details
- Parcel number: PTLDM087BZ025001
- Zoning description: IR-2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: New Englander
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame
- Foundation: Concrete, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Portland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $483/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $632,300
- Annual tax amount: $7,575
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $700,000$483/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Contingent | $700,000$483/sqft |
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| 5/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $700,000+72.4%$483/sqft |
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| 12/23/2021 | Sold | $406,000-22.7%$280/sqft |
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| 10/27/2021 | Pending sale | $524,900$362/sqft |
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| 10/13/2021 | Price change | $524,900-4.5%$362/sqft |
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| 9/2/2021 | Listed for sale | $549,900+45.9%$379/sqft |
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| 6/21/2019 | Sold | $377,000-3.3%$260/sqft |
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| 5/3/2019 | Pending sale | $389,900$269/sqft |
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| 4/19/2019 | Listed for sale | $389,900$269/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,159 | $427,400 |
| 2023 | $6,159 +5.9% | $427,400 |
| 2022 | $5,817 +8.6% | $427,400 +86% |
| 2020 | $5,357 | $229,800 |
| 2019 | $5,357 +3.7% | $229,800 |
| 2018 | $5,166 +3.8% | $229,800 |
| 2017 | $4,975 +2.6% | $229,800 |
| 2016 | $4,851 +2.3% | $229,800 |
| 2015 | $4,741 +3.2% | $229,800 |
| 2014 | $4,596 +3% | $229,800 |
| 2013 | $4,460 +3.1% | $229,800 |
| 2012 | $4,325 +7.6% | $229,800 +4.5% |
| 2011 | $4,018 -1.4% | $219,800 -4.4% |
| 2009 | $4,077 | $229,800 |
| 2008 | $4,077 +10.1% | $229,800 +1.2% |
| 2006 | $3,704 | $227,100 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Peaks Island
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Peaks Island SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 2/10King Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.8 mi
- 4/10Portland High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Portland School District
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- Maine
- Cumberland County
- Portland
- 04108
- Peaks Island
- 17 Elizabeth Street






