Last Sold Price
3 beds1,865 sqft$255/sqft
20 Sylvan Rd, South Portland, ME 04106

Description

This meticulously maintained Colonial in sought after Sylvan Sites neighborhood is off the beaten path yet close to everything. This home retains classic period details throughout such as glass doorknobs, crown molding, hardwood floors and many built-ins. There is a formal dining room, front-to-back living room with fireplace and French door from living room leading to a 4-season sunroom and/or office. A sunny breakfast nook makes an excellent spot for enjoying the view of your own backyard oasis....This meticulously maintained Colonial in sought after Sylvan Sites neighborhood is off the beaten path yet close to everything. This home retains classic period details throughout such as glass doorknobs, crown molding, hardwood floors and many built-ins. There is a formal dining room, front-to-back living room with fireplace and French door from living room leading to a 4-season sunroom and/or office. A sunny breakfast nook makes an excellent spot for enjoying the view of your own backyard oasis. The basement level includes a front-to-back family room with fireplace and potential for propane insert in existing hearth plus a roomy full bath. There is a spacious deck off the sunroom/office that leads to the back yard with lots of privacy from shrubs and trees that define the perimeter. This makes a great place to enjoy time alone or with family and friends. An ample sized garden shed in the back yard provides lots of room for gardening and outdoor equipment. The front yard is well landscaped with mature shrubs, trees and stately granite steps leading to the front door. A walkup attic provides easy access for added storage to boot! This is a great neighborhood just steps from Hinckley Park, close to shopping, beaches and everything!
LISTING CLOSED: 07/22/2021 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Mary Walker • Coldwell Banker Realty
    P: (207)-799-5000 kathy.duca@nemoves.com
  2. Listed by Helen Smith • Coldwell Banker Realty
    P: (207)-799-5000 kathy.duca@nemoves.com

Property Details for 20 Sylvan Road

Status
MLS #
1491274
Days on Market
10
Taxes
$4,710 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1941
Lot Size
0.18 AC / 7,840 SF
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
AA

Location

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Sold By Portside Real Estate Group

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Building Information for 20 Sylvan Road

Stories-Year Built1941Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,840 SF

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$2,807 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,414

Property Taxes

$393

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 20 Sylvan Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: No
  • Location: Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Subdivision
  • Page: 285
  • Directions: Rt. 77 (Ocean St.) toward Cape Elizabeth. Right on Sawyer St., right on Adelbert St., left onto Sylvan Rd. to #20 on left.
  • Latitude: 43.621454
  • Longitude: -$70.26
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: SPOR-000023-000000-000026
  • Tax Lot: 026
  • Tax Book Number: 8113
  • Tax Map Number: 023
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,710.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Paved, Inside Entrance
  • Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Attached, Direct Entry to Living
  • Has Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Has Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Level, Sidewalks, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Subdivided
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Size Area: 0.18
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7840.8
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Site: Level, Sidewalks, Well Landscaped
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1392.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 473.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1865.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim w/Covenant
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1941
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Color: Gray
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $341.24
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Oil
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Natural - At Street
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Off Heating System
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: Attic, Bathtub, Shower
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Equipment: Cable
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Other Equipment: Cable
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Basement: Bulkhead, Finished, Full
  • Basement: Bulkhead, Finished, Full
  • Basement Entry: Bulkhead
  • # Full Baths Basement: 1.0
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Steam
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile, Carpet
  • Interior Features: Attic, Bathtub, Shower
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second
  • Primary Bedroom Amenities: Walk-in Closet
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Amenities: Closet
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 2: Closet
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Amenities: Built-Ins, Formal
Family Room
  • Family Room: Family Room
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Family Room Amenities: Wood Burning Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Amenities: Breakfast Nook, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen Countertop: Formica
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Amenities: Built-Ins, Formal
Sun Room
  • Sunroom: Sunroom
  • Sunroom Level: First
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Restrictions

Property History for 20 Sylvan Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 22, 2021

Sold

Maine Listings #1491274

$475,000
May 30, 2021

Pending

Maine Listings #1491274

May 11, 2021

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1491274

$524,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/22/2021

Sold

Maine Listings #1491274

$475,000
05/30/2021

Pending

Maine Listings #1491274

05/11/2021

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1491274

$524,900

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

Public Records for 20 Sylvan Road

Taxable ValueLand$198,000Additions$316,000Total$514,000
Tax Record2025$7,016 ($585 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,246 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,246 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt308 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,841 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1941Year Renovated1941ZoningSSCountyCUMBERLANDAPNSPOR M:023 L:026

Schools near 20 Sylvan Road

This home is within South Portland Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 5 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Frank I Brown Elementary School
PublicK to 4

South Portland Middle School
Public5 to 8

South Portland High School
Public9 to 12

Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School
Public5 to 8

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: 20 Sylvan Road, South Portland, ME 04106
$475,000
3
1,865
7,840
$320,000
3
1,274
8,276
4
3
1,901
7,405
$286,000
3
1,686
9,583
$520,000
3
1,273
8,276
3
1.5
1,404
6,098

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