If you have long been dreaming of owning a piece of Portland's history, 1824 Congress Street is for you. This 1800s farmhouse isn't just a house; it's a story waiting for its next chapter. Situated on just under an acre—rare for Portland—this property offers a sense of spaciousness, right in the city. The farmhouse itself is full of character, from its original woodwork to the charming details that only a home of this age can offer. It's currently a successful rental, so whether you're looking to keep the momentum going with rentals or want a unique place to call home, this property delivers. One of the standout features is the large, well-maintained barn. It's more than just a storage space—imagine converting it into a workshop, an artist's studio, a space for dinner parties under some twinkle lights, or even additional living quarters. The possibilities are plentiful. This home is perfect for someone who appreciates the quirks and charm of old houses but also sees the potential to breathe new life into it as your own. With its unbeatable location in downtown Portland, you're close to everything the city has to offer while still having your own private escape. 1824 Congress Street awaits your story.
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$560,000
1824 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102
4beds
2,190sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1830
0.83 Acres Lot
$609,200 Zestimate®
$256/sqft
$4,901 Estimated rent
Home value
$609,200
$560,000 - $664,000
$4,901/mo
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Listed by:
Portside Real Estate Group
Bought with:
Portside Real Estate Group
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1603229
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Bedroom 1
- Features: Closet
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Suite, Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet
- Level: Second
Den
- Features: Built-in Features, Closet
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Formal, Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Features: Built-in Features, Utility Sink
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: First
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Built-Ins, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Interior Entry,Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,190
- Total interior livable area: 2,190 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,190
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, 1 - 4 Spaces, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.83 Acres
- Features: Near Town, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Parcel number: PTLDM218BA002001
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Clapboard, Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1830
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Portland
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/16/2025 | Listing removed | $3,950$2/sqft |
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| 8/22/2025 | Price change | $3,950-6%$2/sqft |
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| 7/29/2025 | Price change | $4,200-15.2%$2/sqft |
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| 7/12/2025 | Price change | $4,950-4.8%$2/sqft |
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| 5/6/2025 | Listed for rent | $5,200+30%$2/sqft |
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| 3/2/2025 | Listing removed | $4,000$2/sqft |
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| 2/6/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,000$2/sqft |
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| 11/1/2024 | Sold | $560,000+1.8%$256/sqft |
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| 9/23/2024 | Pending sale | $550,000$251/sqft |
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| 9/20/2024 | Contingent | $550,000$251/sqft |
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| 9/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $550,000+66.7%$251/sqft |
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| 11/13/2019 | Sold | $330,000-5.7%$151/sqft |
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| 10/1/2019 | Listed for sale | $350,000$160/sqft |
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| 7/25/2019 | Listing removed | $350,000$160/sqft |
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| 6/7/2019 | Listed for sale | $350,000$160/sqft |
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| 6/7/2019 | Pending sale | $350,000$160/sqft |
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| 5/10/2019 | Listed for sale | $350,000+20.7%$160/sqft |
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| 5/1/2009 | Listing removed | $290,000$132/sqft |
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| 3/26/2009 | Listed for sale | $290,000$132/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,032 | $418,600 |
| 2023 | $6,032 +5.9% | $418,600 |
| 2022 | $5,697 -14.8% | $418,600 +45.9% |
| 2020 | $6,688 | $286,900 |
| 2019 | $6,688 +3.7% | $286,900 |
| 2018 | $6,450 +3.8% | $286,900 |
| 2017 | $6,211 +2.6% | $286,900 |
| 2016 | $6,056 +2.3% | $286,900 |
| 2015 | $5,919 +3.2% | $286,900 |
| 2014 | $5,738 +3% | $286,900 |
| 2013 | $5,569 +3.1% | $286,900 |
| 2012 | $5,399 +2.9% | $286,900 |
| 2011 | $5,245 +3% | $286,900 |
| 2009 | $5,090 | $286,900 |
| 2008 | $5,090 +8.8% | $286,900 |
| 2006 | $4,679 | $286,900 |
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Neighborhood: Stroudwater
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Amanda C Rowe SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 2/10King Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 2/10Deering High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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