This charming Dutch Colonial near Willard Beach captures the timeless appeal of a 1926 home, featuring maple hardwood floors, a sunny living room with a gas fireplace, custom built-ins, French doors, and much more. Its kitchen was recently updated with beautiful cabinetry, granite counters and modern appliances. Enjoy the sound of bell buoys from your back deck, surrounded by mature landscaping. Take your dog for walks on the beach, stop by Scratch Bakery, and explore all the local amenities this sought-after neighborhood offers. The property also includes a one-car garage with convenient access off Frederick Street. Come check it out!
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$755,000
542 Preble Street, South Portland, ME 04106
3beds
1,496sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
5,227.2 Square Feet Lot
$744,100 Zestimate®
$505/sqft
$4,109 Estimated rent
Home value
$744,100
$707,000 - $781,000
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Gas fireplaceModern appliancesGranite countersSurrounded by mature landscapingBack deckFrench doorsMaple hardwood floors
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Listed by:
Linscott Real Estate
Bought with:
Landmark Realty
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1654901
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features, Formal
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Gas Fireplace
- Level: First
Office
- Level: Second
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood
- Basement: Interior Entry,Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,496
- Total interior livable area: 1,496 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,496
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site, Off Street, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
Lot
- Size: 5,227 sqft
- Features: Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Town, Neighborhood, Open Lot, Sidewalks, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: SPORM001L124
- Zoning: residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Dutch Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: South Portland
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Sold | $755,000-1.6%$505/sqft |
Source:  Maine Listings #1654901 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2026 | Pending sale | $767,350$513/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1654901 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2026 | Price change | $767,350-1.3%$513/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1654901 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $777,350$520/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1654901 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,193 +15.5% | $620,700 +23.7% |
| 2023 | $7,094 +7.2% | $501,700 +17.9% |
| 2022 | $6,619 +7% | $425,400 +35.8% |
| 2020 | $6,186 +8.7% | $313,200 |
| 2019 | $5,692 -1.8% | $313,200 |
| 2018 | $5,794 +7.3% | $313,200 +4.4% |
| 2017 | $5,400 +10.1% | $300,000 +8.3% |
| 2016 | $4,903 +1.7% | $277,000 |
| 2015 | $4,820 +5.6% | $277,000 |
| 2014 | $4,566 -1.3% | $277,000 |
| 2013 | $4,626 +1.2% | $277,000 |
| 2012 | $4,571 +2.5% | $277,000 |
| 2011 | $4,460 +3.3% | $277,000 -5.7% |
| 2009 | $4,317 -0.3% | $293,700 -5% |
| 2008 | $4,330 +11.5% | $309,300 +4.4% |
| 2006 | $3,882 | $296,300 |
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Neighborhood: 04106
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Dora L Small Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Daniel F. Mahoney Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 6/10South Portland High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
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- 542 Preble Street
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