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    229 Cottage Road, South Portland, ME 04106

    4beds
    1,615sqft
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    $3,779/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1870
    6,534 Square Feet Lot
    $570,900 Zestimate®
    $362/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Classic New England charm meets an unbeatable location in this Antique Cape, ideally situated in South Portland's beloved Meeting House Hill neighborhood. Enjoy an exceptional walkable lifestyle just moments from Willard Beach, the Greenbelt Trail, Bug Light, neighborhood parks, local coffee shops, restaurants, and everything that makes this community one of Southern Maine's most desirable places to call home. Inside, the home features four bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including the convenience of a first-floor full bath, offering flexibility for guests, a home office, or first-floor living. Original hardwood floors, classic built-ins, and abundant natural light highlight the home's character, while many newer windows and a natural gas heating system provide everyday comfort. Set back from the street, the home offers a generously sized front yard with plenty of room for gardening, play, or the opportunity to create a fully fenced outdoor space. Out back, a private tree-lined yard offers a peaceful setting for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying a quiet summer evening. A one-car garage provides added convenience and storage. Full of charm, functionality and an unbeatable location, this is a wonderful opportunity to own a classic South Portland home in one of the city's most sought-after and walkable neighborhoods.
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    Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1675103MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Bedroom 1
      • Features: Closet
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Closet
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Second
      Den
      • Level: First
      Dining room
      • Features: Built-in Features, Formal
      • Level: First
      Kitchen
      • Features: Eat-in Kitchen
      • Level: First
      Living room
      • Features: Built-in Features
      • Level: First
      Sunroom
      • Features: Three-Season, Unheated
      • Level: First
      Heating
      • Hot Water
      Cooling
      • None
      Features
      • Bathtub, Shower, Storage
      • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
      • Basement: Interior Entry,Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,615
      • Total interior livable area: 1,615 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,615
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Glassed-in Porch
      Lot
      • Size: 6,534 Square Feet
      • Features: City Lot, Near Public Beach, Neighborhood, Sidewalks, Landscaped
      Details
      • Parcel number: SPORM013L228
      • Zoning: Res A

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cape Cod
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Frame, Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Stone
      • Roof: Fiberglass,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1870

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Air Radon Mitigation System
      • Subdivision: Meeting House Hill
      Location
      • Region: South Portland

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $362/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $511,100
      • Annual tax amount: $7,507
      • Date on market: 8/8/2026

        Estimated market value

        $570,900

        $542,000 - $599,000

        $3,590/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/8/2026Listed for sale$585,000+27%$362/sqft
        Source: Maine Listings #1675103 Report a problem
        12/4/2023Sold$460,500+8.4%$285/sqft
        Source: Maine Listings #1575554 Report a problem
        10/31/2023Pending sale$425,000$263/sqft
        Source: Maine Listings #1575554 Report a problem
        10/24/2023Listed for sale$425,000$263/sqft
        Source: Maine Listings #1575554 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$6,747 +21.9%$511,100 +30.5%
        2023$5,536 +3.9%$391,500 +14.3%
        2022$5,328 +15.8%$342,400 +47%
        2020$4,600 +12%$232,900
        2019$4,106 -4.7%$232,900
        2018$4,309 +2.8%$232,900
        2017$4,192 +7.3%$232,900 +5.5%
        2016$3,906 +1.7%$220,700
        2015$3,840 +6.6%$220,700
        2014$3,603 -2.3%$220,700
        2013$3,686 +1.2%$220,700
        2012$3,642 +2.5%$220,700
        2011$3,553 +5.3%$220,700 -3.8%
        2009$3,374 -0.2%$229,500 -5%
        2008$3,381 +12.5%$241,500 +5.3%
        2006$3,005 $229,400
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 04106

        Getting around

        79 / 100
        Very Walkable
        27 / 100
        Some Transit
        84 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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