254 Cottage Rd

South Portland, ME 04106

$345,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,816 Sq. Ft.
$190 / Sq. Ft.
1,816
Sq. Ft.
$190
per Sq. Ft.
Get preapproved with Rocket Mortgage1
Closed 4/9/20
Closed 4/9/20
1-Exterior (6 of 12)
1-Exterior (5 of 12)
2-1st Floor (2 of 30)
2-1st Floor (6 of 30)
2-1st Floor (4 of 30)
2-1st Floor (22 of 30)
2-1st Floor (21 of 30)
2-1st Floor (29 of 30)
2-1st Floor (20 of 30)
2-1st Floor (28 of 30)
2-1st Floor (25 of 30)
2-1st Floor (11 of 30)
2-1st Floor (12 of 30)
2-1st Floor (14 of 30)
2-1st Floor (17 of 30)
2-1st Floor (15 of 30)
2-1st Floor (16 of 30)
2-1st Floor (8 of 30)
2-1st Floor (9 of 30)
3-2nd Floor (2 of 6)
3-2nd Floor (3 of 6)
1-Exterior (13 of 12)
1-Exterior (2 of 12)
1-Exterior (3 of 12)
0-Aerial (13 of 15)
0-Aerial (9 of 15)

Description

Maintained to reflect the charm of its era, this quintessential c. 1780 Cape has beautiful crown molding, wainscoting, wide pine flooring, and 9' ceilings. Enter through the bright and spacious eat-in kitchen with a cast iron gas fireplace, bay window and plenty of room for your large dining room table. Step up to the focal point of the home- the family room, where you'll enjoy lounging around the beautiful fireplace with its detailed ornamentation and old ''bread warmer'', plus an additional sitting...Maintained to reflect the charm of its era, this quintessential c. 1780 Cape has beautiful crown molding, wainscoting, wide pine flooring, and 9' ceilings. Enter through the bright and spacious eat-in kitchen with a cast iron gas fireplace, bay window and plenty of room for your large dining room table. Step up to the focal point of the home- the family room, where you'll enjoy lounging around the beautiful fireplace with its detailed ornamentation and old ''bread warmer'', plus an additional sitting area or study. The sun-filled master bedroom is conveniently located on the first floor as well as an additional bedroom with a third gas fireplace. The home offers a flexible layout with a finished upper level, a third bedroom and additional office/ studio space both with skylights above. Located on a beautiful double lot surrounded by lilacs in the desirable Meeting House Hill area of South Portland. It's walking distance to David's restaurant & Omi's coffee shop and is close to shopping, all town amenities and just a short drive to Willard Beach. If you're one to appreciate the warmth and character of an older home, this one is sure to win your heart!
  1. Listed by Bridget King Jason Miller • Portside Real Estate Group
    P: (207)-619-7571 info@portsidereg.com

Property Details for 254 Cottage Road

Architectural Style
Cape Cod
Style
Cape Cod
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
A
LISTING CLOSED: 04/09/2020 12:00 AM

Property Details for 254 Cottage Road

StatusClosed
MLS #1442975
Days on Market44
Taxes$5,067 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1780
Lot Size0.38 AC / 16,552 SF
CountyCumberland County
Get preapproved with Rocket Mortgage1

Location

Listing Courtesy of Portside Real Estate Group

Sold By Redfin Corporation

Add your commute

Building Information for 254 Cottage Road

Stories-Year Built1780Building Size-Lot Size0.38 AC / 16,552 SF

Payment Calculator

Get preapproved with Rocket Mortgage1

$2,176 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,754

Property Taxes

$422

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes

Rocket Mortgage1

Property Information for 254 Cottage Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: No
  • Location: Intown, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Neighborhood
  • Page: 064
  • Zoning Overlay: No
  • Directions: Driveway is on Pine street side of home. From Broadway turn Right onto Cottage road, Property is on your Left.
  • Latitude: 43.635085
  • Longitude: -$70.24
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: SPOR-000013-000000-000220
  • Tax Lot: 220
  • Tax Book Number: 24465
  • Tax Map Number: 013
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,067.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Off Street
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site, Paved, Off Street
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
Virtual Tour
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Corner Lot, Level, Sidewalks, Intown, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Neighborhood
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.38
  • Lot Size Area: 0.38
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 16552.8
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Site: Corner Lot, Level, Open, Sidewalks, Well Landscaped
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1816.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1816.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Surveyed: No
  • Construction: Other
  • Structure Type: Post & Beam
  • Structure Type: Post & Beam
  • Year Built: 1780
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
  • Foundation Materials: Stone, Brick/Mortar
  • Construction Materials: Shingle Siding, Other
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $198.24
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Gas Natural
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Natural - On Site
  • Recreational Water: Nearby, Oceanfront, Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Gas, Rented, Tank
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Shingle Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Laundry - 1st Floor, One-Floor Living, Shower, Storage
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.5
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • # Half Baths Level 1: 1
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Basement: Interior, Bulkhead, Full, Unfinished
  • Basement: Bulkhead, Full, Unfinished
  • Basement Entry: Bulkhead, Interior
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Zoned, Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile, Carpet
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, One-Floor Living, Shower, Storage
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Bedroom 1 Amenities: Gas Fireplace
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 2: Skylight
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Amenities: Gas Fireplace, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen Countertop: Other
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Amenities: Gas Fireplace
Office Room
  • Office: Office
  • Office Level: Second
  • Office Amenities: Skylight
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 254 Cottage Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 9, 2020

Sold

Maine Listings #1442975

$345,000—
Mar 6, 2020

Pending

Maine Listings #1442975

—
Jan 9, 2020

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1442975

$385,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/09/2020

Sold

Maine Listings #1442975

$345,000
03/06/2020

Pending

Maine Listings #1442975

—
01/09/2020

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1442975

$385,000

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

Public Records for 254 Cottage Road

Taxable ValueLand$284,100Additions$338,400Total$622,500
Tax Record2025$8,497 ($708 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,816 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,816 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,080 SqFtStories1Lot Size16,553 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1780ZoningMHCountyCUMBERLANDAPNSPOR M:013 L:220Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 254 Cottage Road

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

Similar Homes

Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
258 Cottage Road, South Portland, ME 04106
–
–
–
–
555,390
240 Margaret Street, South Portland, ME 04106
–
3
1
1,443
5,227
12 6th Street, South Portland, ME 04106
$396,000
4
1,742
6,098
275 Cottage Road, South Portland, ME 04106
–
5
2,732
13,504
8 6th Street, South Portland, ME 04106
–
3
1
1,248
6,098

Explore Nearby Homes

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of any information, descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified through appropriate means, including, but not limited to, in person inspection and public records, and Compass International Holdings, its subsidiaries, affiliates and independently owned and operated franchisees, and their affiliated agents and associated third parties expressly disclaim any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the seller's discretion. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Listing Courtesy of Portside Real Estate Group

Listing data is derived in whole or in part from the Maine IDX and is for consumers' personal, noncommercial use only. Dimensions are approximate and not guaranteed. All data should be independently verified. © 2026 Maine Real Estate Information System, Inc. All Rights Reserved.