Last Sold Price
4 beds2,291 sqft$262/sqft
161 Clinton St, Portland, ME 04103

Description

Comfortable Elegance. From the coffered ceilings, original hard and soft wood floors to the period stairwell and built-ins, this is a home steeped in a stately past. With the contemporary kitchen and baths, efficient heating system, and comprehensive updates this home welcomes modern living. Enjoy the very best Portland has to offer in Deering Center, one of the city's most desirable and convenient neighborhoods. Quiet tree-lined streets lead to schools, shops, restaurants, playgrounds, parks and...Comfortable Elegance. From the coffered ceilings, original hard and soft wood floors to the period stairwell and built-ins, this is a home steeped in a stately past. With the contemporary kitchen and baths, efficient heating system, and comprehensive updates this home welcomes modern living. Enjoy the very best Portland has to offer in Deering Center, one of the city's most desirable and convenient neighborhoods. Quiet tree-lined streets lead to schools, shops, restaurants, playgrounds, parks and urban life in its most idyllic form. The home is a right sized 2,200+sf, offering 4 bedrooms, a sun-filled second floor office, 1 bath and 2 half baths, double parlor, eat-in kitchen, formal dining, rare 2 car garage... The private side deck is the perfect place to start the day and survey the lush organic gardens and fruit trees in this 'edible' yardscape designed with native plants for wildlife. Pride of ownership is evident in the many quality updates including a super efficient dual-system natural gas boiler and insulation that has reduced heating costs by 60%. Come enjoy a historic home that is as comfortable and comforting today as it was over 100 years ago. Offers due 5/12 @ 11AM, sellers prefer a quick closing.
LISTING CLOSED: 05/29/2020 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Thomas Landry • Benchmark Real Estate
    P: (207) 775-0248 C: (207) 939-0185 LandryTeam@benchmarkmaine.com

Property Details for 161 Clinton Street

Status
MLS #
1451410
Days on Market
3
Taxes
$8,033 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1900
Lot Size
0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Subdivision Name
Deering Center
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
R5

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$660,000

Avg days on market

20

Sale-to-list ratio

99.6%

Portland, ME

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Location

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Building Information for 161 Clinton Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

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$3,719 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,050

Property Taxes

$669

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 161 Clinton Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: No
  • Location: Intown, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Suburban, Near Railroad
  • Page: 331
  • Zoning Overlay: No
  • Directions: Stevens Ave to Clinton St.
  • Latitude: 43.675045
  • Longitude: -$70.29
  • Transportation: Major Road Access, Near Airport, Public Transport Access, Rail Available
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: PTLD-000135-000000-C014001
  • Tax Lot: 14
  • Tax Block: C
  • Tax Book Number: 30666
  • Tax Map Number: 135
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,033.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Detached, Off Street
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site, Paved, Off Street
  • Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Auto Door Opener, Detached
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Has Garage: Yes
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Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Sidewalks, Intown, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Suburban, Near Public Transit, Near Railroad
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Area: 0.17
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7405.2
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: false
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage: false
  • Site: Level, Open, Sidewalks, Well Landscaped
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2291.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2291.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1900
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Brick/Mortar
  • Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete, Brick/Mortar
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Color: White
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $252.73
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Gas Natural
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Natural - On Site
  • Recreational Water: Nearby
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Utilities On: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: Attic, Fence, Laundry - Hookup, Other Amenities, Pantry, Storage
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • # Half Baths Level 1: 1
  • # Half Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access, Full, Bulkhead, Unfinished
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access, Full, Unfinished
  • Basement Entry: Bulkhead
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Zoned, Radiator, Hot Water
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Attic, Other, Pantry, Storage
Room Information
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Countertop: Granite
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Washer Hookup
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Property History for 161 Clinton Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 29, 2020

Sold

Maine Listings #1451410

$600,000
May 9, 2020

Pending

Maine Listings #1451410

May 1, 2020

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1451410

$579,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/29/2020

Sold

Maine Listings #1451410

$600,000
05/09/2020

Pending

Maine Listings #1451410

05/01/2020

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1451410

$579,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 161 Clinton Street

Taxable ValueLand$146,200Additions$742,700Total$888,900
Tax Record2025$10,649 ($887 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,432 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,432 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,501 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated1900CountyCUMBERLANDAPNPTLD M:135 B:C014001

Schools near 161 Clinton Street

This home is within Portland Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Longfellow School-Portland
PublicPK to 5

Lincoln Middle School
Public6 to 8

Deering High School
Public9 to 12

Casco Bay High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 161 Clinton Street, Portland, ME 04103
$600,000
4
2,291
7,405
$600,000
4
2,242
4,791
3
2,686
7,501
$700,000
4
1,989
10,018
$613,000
4
1,536
8,276
$205,000
4
2,032
5,227

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