278 Spring St

$1,545,000
Price
4
Beds
2,921 Sq. Ft.
$529 / Sq. Ft.
2,921
Sq. Ft.
$529
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern luxury at 278 Spring Street, a meticulously restored single-family home on a beautiful tree-lined street in Portland's West End. This residence has undergone a top-to-bottom renovation. The interior features restored plaster and trim, refinished original staircase, beautiful stained glass, and new skim-coat plaster and fresh paint throughout. The modern updates include a state-of-the-art kitchen with custom wood cabinetry, soapstone counters,...Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern luxury at 278 Spring Street, a meticulously restored single-family home on a beautiful tree-lined street in Portland's West End. This residence has undergone a top-to-bottom renovation. The interior features restored plaster and trim, refinished original staircase, beautiful stained glass, and new skim-coat plaster and fresh paint throughout. The modern updates include a state-of-the-art kitchen with custom wood cabinetry, soapstone counters, and a full set of Miele appliances including a combi-steam oven. Both the kitchen and the primary bathroom feature heated tile floors. The primary bathroom also boasts white marble finishes and Grohe shower hardware. Additional upgrades include new heat pumps, a new 200-amp electrical service with an EV charger, and recessed LED lighting. The exterior has been updated with new paint and trim, and the backyard has been transformed into a private oasis with a new brick patio, lush sod, and gardens. This property combines the timeless elegance of a historic West End property with the comfort and convenience of a new build. Don't miss this opportunity to call this piece of Portland your home!
  1. Listed by Jessica Wallimann • Vitalius Real Estate Group, LLC

Property Details for 278 Spring Street

Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyle
New Englander
Garage Spaces
.00
Garage
No
Zoning
RN-4
Subdivision Name
West End
LISTING UPDATED: 12/17/2025 03:35 PM

Property Details for 278 Spring Street

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #1641713
Days on Market55
Taxes$9,562 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1862
Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,920 SF
CountyCumberland County

Location

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Building Information for 278 Spring Street

Stories-Year Built1862Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,920 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,431 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,634

Property Taxes

$797

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 278 Spring Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Zip Code: 3714
  • Town: Portland
  • State/Province: ME
  • Zip Code: 04102
  • County: Cumberland
  • Geo Latitude: 43.647985
  • Geo Longitude: -70.267454
  • Tax Lot: 009
  • Site:Level: Yes
  • Site:Sidewalks: Yes
  • Location:Intown: Yes
  • Location:Near Public Beach: Yes
  • Location:Near Shopping: Yes
  • Location:Near Turnpike/Interstate: Yes
  • Location:Neighborhood: Yes
  • Transportation:Near Airport: Yes
  • Transportation:Public Transport Access: Yes
  • Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Off Street, Tandem
  • Attached Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 41137
  • Tax Block: I
  • Tax Map Number: 056
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Parcel Number: PTLD-000056-I000009-000001
  • Location Information:Association Y/N: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,562.44
Property
Green Features
  • Energy Efficiency:Storm Windows: Yes
Heating and Cooling
  • Water Heater:Electric: Yes
Lot Information
  • SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2921.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Source of Acreage: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2921.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.09
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3920.4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Street Number: 278
  • Property Information:Surveyed: No
  • Property Information:Seasonal: No
  • Property Information:# Rooms: 10.00
  • Property Information:Total Half Baths: 1.00
  • Property Information:Color: Blue
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: .00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: .00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: 1.00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: 2.00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Level 2: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Level 3: 1.00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Level 3: .00
  • Property Information:# Full Baths Upper: .00
  • Property Information:# Half Baths Upper: .00
Parking
  • Driveway:Paved: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Leased Land: No
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Year Built: 1862
Utilities
  • Electric: True
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Gas Range: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Wall Oven: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Gas:Natural - On Site: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Asbestos, Wood Frame
  • # Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Vehicle Storage:No Vehicle Storage: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Basement: Interior, Full, Unfinished
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Walk-in Closets, Bathtub, Pantry, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
  • Cooling: Heat Pump, Central Air
  • Heating: Steam, Radiator, Heat Pump
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Room Total: 10
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 4
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 3.10
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Marble: Yes
  • Kitchen Countertop:Other: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
Room 4
  • Room Type: Sunroom
  • Room Level: First
Room 5
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Level: First
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Second
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Second
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Second
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Second
Room 10
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: Third

Property History for 278 Spring Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 17, 2025

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1641713

Nov 20, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

Maine Listings #1594504

Nov 4, 2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1641713

$1,545,000
Oct 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1641713

$1,595,000
Nov 19, 2024

Pending

Maine Listings #1594504

Nov 19, 2024

Sold

Maine Listings #1594090

$850,000
Sep 30, 2024

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1594504

Sep 30, 2024

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1594090

Jun 17, 2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1594504

$895,000
Jun 17, 2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1594090

$895,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/17/2025

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1641713

11/20/2025

Temporarily Off Market

Maine Listings #1594504

11/04/2025

Price Change

Maine Listings #1641713

$1,545,000
10/23/2025

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1641713

$1,595,000
11/19/2024

Pending

Maine Listings #1594504

11/19/2024

Sold

Maine Listings #1594090

$850,000
09/30/2024

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1594504

09/30/2024

Active Under Contract

Maine Listings #1594090

06/17/2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1594504

$895,000
06/17/2024

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1594090

$895,000

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

Public Records for 278 Spring Street

Taxable ValueLand$291,900Additions$422,000Total$713,900
Tax Record2024$10,716 ($893 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,921 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,921 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,012 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1862CountyCUMBERLANDAPNPTLD M:056 B:I009001Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 278 Spring 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
Howard C Reiche Community School
PublicPK to 5

King Middle School
Public6 to 8

Casco Bay High School
Public9 to 12

Deering High School
Public9 to 12

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