198 Danforth Street

Closed 9/25/23

Sold

Last Sold Price

$1,300,000

4 beds4 baths3,651 sqft

198 Danforth St, Portland, ME 04102

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.1 acresLot Size

1837Year Built

$356/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

One-of-a-kind historic townhouse in Portland's West End with space, gardens, and privacy. A four-story brick rowhouse built in 1837 with four+ bedrooms, 3.5 baths and numerous thoughtful, efficient updates including an hospitable dining/kitchen space filled with sun and garden views all year, and an open, airy studio/office on the fourth floor with a balcony looking towards Casco Bay and Fort Gorges. Other updates include heat pumps and heat pump water heater, Marvin windows on first, second, and...One-of-a-kind historic townhouse in Portland's West End with space, gardens, and privacy. A four-story brick rowhouse built in 1837 with four+ bedrooms, 3.5 baths and numerous thoughtful, efficient updates including an hospitable dining/kitchen space filled with sun and garden views all year, and an open, airy studio/office on the fourth floor with a balcony looking towards Casco Bay and Fort Gorges. Other updates include heat pumps and heat pump water heater, Marvin windows on first, second, and fourth floors, and lush private gardens running front to back. Gated access from alley with easement access to two off-street parking places. Deck, terrace, and access to large basement with laundry and room for home gym, adventure gear, and storage.

Listed by: Emily McConnell 207.323.2333 emily@vitalius.com • Vitalius Real Estate Group, LLC
Listed by: Briton Vitalius 207.541.3755 brit@vitalius.com • Vitalius Real Estate Group, LLC

Listing closed: 09/25/2023 12:00 AM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1558075

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,425,000

Avg days on market

Sale-to-list ratio

97.4%

1/60

$1,200,000

Sold 09/26/25

4
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3,021
Square Feet: 0.07
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Property Information for 198 Danforth Street

Property Details

Taxes: $15,322 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Cumberland County
Architectural Style: Other
Style: Other
Has Waterfront: No
Zoning: R6

Building Information

Year Built: 1837
Lot Size: 0.10 AC / 4,356 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Water View: Yes
Location: Historic District, Intown, Neighborhood

Page: 238
Zoning Overlay: No
Directions: Danforth Street between Clark and Brackett.
Latitude: 43.648317
Longitude: -$70.26
Transportation: Near Airport
Water Body Type: Bay
Water Body Name: Casco Bay

Taxes and HOA

Association: No
Parcel Number: PTLD-000057-K000004-000001

Tax Lot: K004
Tax Book Number: 27406
Tax Map Number: 057
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $15,322.00

Parking

Parking Features: No Driveway, 1 - 4 Spaces, Off Street
Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, Off Street

Vehicle Storage: 2 Car
Has Attached Garage: No
Has Garage: No

Property

Lot Information

Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Sidewalks, Historic District, Intown, Neighborhood
Lot Size Acres: 0.1

Lot Size Area: 0.1
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Size Square Feet: 4356.0
Lot Size Units: Acres
Roads: Public
Site: Sidewalks, Well Landscaped

Property and Assessments

Above Grade Finished Area: 3651.0
Building Area Source: Seller

Building Area Total: 3651.0
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Type: Residential
Surveyed: No
Construction: Masonry
Structure Type: Townhouse
Structure Type: Townhouse
Year Built: 1837

Building Features

Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Foundation Materials: Brick/Mortar

Construction Materials: Brick, Masonry

Financial Information

List Price/SqFt: $369.76

Green Features

HERS Certified: No

Utilities

Heat Fuel: Electric, Oil
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Gas: Natural - On Site
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Heat Pump

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Exterior: Brick
Fencing: Fenced

Roof: Shingle
Driveway: No Driveway

Interior Features

Amenities: Bathtub, Fence, Shower, Storage
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher

Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.5
Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
Bedrooms Total: 4
Fireplaces Total: 1
# Full Baths Level 2: 2
# Full Baths Level 3: 1
# Half Baths Level 1: 1
Rooms Total: 8
Basement: Interior, Walk-Out Access, Daylight
Basement: Walk-Out Access, Daylight
Basement Entry: Interior
Has Fireplace: Yes
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Cooling: Heat Pump
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Hot Water, Heat Pump
Has Heating: Yes
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Bathtub, Shower, Storage

Room Information

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
Bedroom 1 Level: Second

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
Bedroom 2 Level: Second

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
Bedroom 3 Level: Third

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 4: Bedroom 4
Bedroom 4 Level: Third

Bonus Room

Bonus Room: Bonus Room
Bonus Room Level: Upper

Den

Den: Den
Den Level: First

Kitchen

Kitchen: Kitchen
Kitchen Level: First

Kitchen Countertop: Quartz

Living Room

Living Room: Living Room
Living Room Level: First

Rental

Rent Information

Land Lease: No

Property History for 198 Danforth Street

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Sep 25, 2023	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1519231780	$1,300,000	—
Sep 25, 2023	Sold Maine Listings #1558075	$1,300,000	—
Aug 9, 2023	Pending Maine Listings #1558075		—
May 4, 2023	Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1558075	$1,495,000	—
Nov 17, 2009	Sold Maine Listings #926975	$475,000	—
Oct 5, 2009	Pending Maine Listings #926975		—
Oct 2, 2009	Active Under Contract Maine Listings #926975		—
Apr 1, 2009	Listed (Active) Maine Listings #926975	$525,000	—
Sep 1, 2008	Expired Maine Listings #857296	$575,000	—
Jul 17, 2007	Listed (Active) Maine Listings #857296	$629,000	—
Feb 3, 2006	Sold Maine Listings #760807	$572,000	—
Dec 30, 2005	Pending Maine Listings #760807		—
Dec 29, 2005	Active Under Contract Maine Listings #760807		—
Aug 22, 2005	Expired Maine Listings #735992	$625,000	—
Aug 15, 2005	Listed (Active) Maine Listings #760807	$635,000	—
Feb 22, 2005	Listed (Active) Maine Listings #735992	$625,000	—
Jan 23, 2004	Expired Maine Listings #617999	$529,000	—
Apr 23, 2003	Listed (Active) Maine Listings #617999	$549,000	—
Jun 15, 2001	Sold Maine Listings #489329	$350,000	—
May 10, 2001	Pending Maine Listings #489329		—
Apr 23, 2001	Active Under Contract Maine Listings #489329		—
Apr 10, 2001	Listed (Active) Maine Listings #489329	$350,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
09/25/2023	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1519231780	$1,300,000
09/25/2023	Sold Maine Listings #1558075	$1,300,000
08/09/2023	Pending Maine Listings #1558075	—
05/04/2023	Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1558075	$1,495,000
11/17/2009	Sold Maine Listings #926975	$475,000
10/05/2009	Pending Maine Listings #926975	—
10/02/2009	Active Under Contract Maine Listings #926975	—
04/01/2009	Listed (Active) Maine Listings #926975	$525,000
09/01/2008	Expired Maine Listings #857296	$575,000
07/17/2007	Listed (Active) Maine Listings #857296	$629,000
02/03/2006	Sold Maine Listings #760807	$572,000
12/30/2005	Pending Maine Listings #760807	—
12/29/2005	Active Under Contract Maine Listings #760807	—
08/22/2005	Expired Maine Listings #735992	$625,000
08/15/2005	Listed (Active) Maine Listings #760807	$635,000
02/22/2005	Listed (Active) Maine Listings #735992	$625,000
01/23/2004	Expired Maine Listings #617999	$529,000
04/23/2003	Listed (Active) Maine Listings #617999	$549,000
06/15/2001	Sold Maine Listings #489329	$350,000
05/10/2001	Pending Maine Listings #489329	—
04/23/2001	Active Under Contract Maine Listings #489329	—
04/10/2001	Listed (Active) Maine Listings #489329	$350,000

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

Public records

198 Danforth Street

Beds

Baths

3.5

Total Finished SqFt

3,631 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

3,631 SqFt

Stories

Lot Size

4,613 SqFt

Schools near 198 Danforth Street

This home is within Portland Public Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
3/10	Howard C Reiche Community School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	0.3 mi
2/10	King Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	0.8 mi
5/10	Casco Bay High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	3.7 mi
2/10	Deering High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	2.3 mi
4/10	Portland High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	0.8 mi
NR	Sonlight Christian School	Private - Nearby school	3 to 12	0.3 mi
NR	East School	Private - Nearby school	5 to 8	0.8 mi
NR	Waynflete School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 12	0.4 mi


Rating	School	Distance
3/10	Howard C Reiche Community School PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	0.3 mi
2/10	King Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	0.8 mi
5/10	Casco Bay High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	3.7 mi
2/10	Deering High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	2.3 mi
4/10	Portland High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	0.8 mi
NR	Sonlight Christian School Private3 to 12 Nearby school	0.3 mi
NR	East School Private5 to 8 Nearby school	0.8 mi
NR	Waynflete School PrivatePK to 12 Nearby school	0.4 mi

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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This home: 198 Danforth Street, Portland, ME 04102	$1,300,000	4	4	3,651	4,356
200 Danforth Street, Portland, ME 04102	$1,100,000	3	3	3,316	2,613
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