Set in Portland's highly desirable Back Cove neighborhood, this beautifully updated Dutch Colonial has timeless character with thoughtful modern improvements. Filled with natural light, the home offers inviting living spaces, including a sun-drenched sunroom perfect for a home office, reading nook, or morning coffee retreat. The renovated kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an open flow into the dining area, creating an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and a beautifully refreshed full bath. There are also custom storage solutions and updated finishes throughout that add both style and functionality. Outside, the huge backyard has been transformed into an oasis with new floating decks, a wood privacy fence, mature landscaping, garden beds, and plenty of space to gather around the firepit on warm summer evenings. Just moments from Baxter Boulevard, Payson Park, and Portland's vibrant downtown, this home is ready to be lived in.
Active
$640,000
89 Read Street, Portland, ME 04103
3beds
1,356sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$630,000 Zestimate®
$472/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Quartz countertopsRenovated kitchenFilled with natural lightMature landscapingSun-drenched sunroomWood privacy fenceNew floating decks
- 8 days |
- 1,666 |
- 89 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Portside Real Estate Group
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1666392
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Features: Closet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Wood Burning Fireplace
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Heating
- Radiator
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Bathtub
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,356
- Total interior livable area: 1,356 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,356
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Features: City Lot, Near Shopping, Near Town, Neighborhood, Level, Sidewalks
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: PTLDM141BJ005001
- Zoning: RN-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Poured Concrete
- Roof: Membrane,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Utilities On
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Portland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $472/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $400,500
- Annual tax amount: $7,583
- Date on market: 6/10/2026
Estimated market value
$630,000
$599,000 - $662,000
$3,310/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $640,000+12.3%$472/sqft |
Source:  Maine Listings #1666392 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2022 | Sold | $570,000+16.6%$420/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1540302 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2022 | Pending sale | $489,000$361/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1540302 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2022 | Listed for sale | $489,000+30.4%$361/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1540302 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2020 | Sold | $375,000-6%$277/sqft |
Source: Maine Listings #1449525 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2020 | Listed for sale | $399,000$294/sqft |
Source: Vitalius Real Estate Group, LLC #1449525 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,771 | $400,500 |
| 2023 | $5,771 +5.9% | $400,500 |
| 2022 | $5,451 +12% | $400,500 +91.9% |
| 2020 | $4,865 +16.9% | $208,700 +16.9% |
| 2019 | $4,161 +3.7% | $178,500 |
| 2018 | $4,013 +3.8% | $178,500 |
| 2017 | $3,865 +2.6% | $178,500 |
| 2016 | $3,768 +2.3% | $178,500 |
| 2015 | $3,682 +3.1% | $178,500 |
| 2014 | $3,570 +3% | $178,500 |
| 2013 | $3,465 +3.2% | $178,500 |
| 2012 | $3,359 +2.9% | $178,500 |
| 2011 | $3,263 +3% | $178,500 |
| 2009 | $3,167 | $178,500 |
| 2008 | $3,167 +8.8% | $178,500 |
| 2006 | $2,911 | $178,500 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Ocean Avenue
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Ocean AvenueGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Lyman Moore Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 2/10Deering High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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- Cumberland County
- Portland
- 04103
- Ocean Avenue
- 89 Read Street
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