299 Danforth St

2,592 Sq. Ft.
$328 / Sq. Ft.
2,592
Sq. Ft.
$328
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Understated Elegance. Refined Finishes. Timeless Touches. Quality Updates. Ideal Location. These are the hallmarks of a home that embraces its past and is comfortable in the contemporary. Welcome to 299 Danforth circa 1900, 2,500+sf, 2.5 baths, 3-4 bedrooms, 2 car off-street parking. This elegant home appears much as it did 120 years ago which is a very good thing. The original details are preserved and precious but come across as non-pretentious. There is a warmth and 'livability' that's hard to...Understated Elegance. Refined Finishes. Timeless Touches. Quality Updates. Ideal Location. These are the hallmarks of a home that embraces its past and is comfortable in the contemporary. Welcome to 299 Danforth circa 1900, 2,500+sf, 2.5 baths, 3-4 bedrooms, 2 car off-street parking. This elegant home appears much as it did 120 years ago which is a very good thing. The original details are preserved and precious but come across as non-pretentious. There is a warmth and 'livability' that's hard to find in historic homes. The kitchen and pantry are at once original and updated. The front-to-back living room offers an elegant fireplace and French door to the perfect screen porch. The second floor has four generous bedrooms and 2 full baths. The upper level has been transformed into a great room, family room, amazing work from home space or... Systems and other are updated. Outside the home is updated and offers years of stress-free enjoyment and the perfect patio and in-town perennial garden. Adjacent to Waynflete this location is close and convenient yet quiet. Enjoy!
  1. Listed by Thomas Landry • Benchmark Real Estate
    P: (207)-775-0248 C: (207)-939-0185 LandryTeam@benchmarkmaine.com

Property Details for 299 Danforth Street

Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Subdivision Name
West End
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
R4
LISTING CLOSED: 10/16/2020 12:00 AM

Property Details for 299 Danforth Street

StatusClosed
MLS #1468926
Days on Market8
Taxes$9,960 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,920 SF
CountyCumberland County

Location

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Building Information for 299 Danforth Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,920 SF

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$5,061 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,231

Property Taxes

$830

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 299 Danforth Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: No
  • Location: Historic District, Intown, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood
  • Page: 063
  • Zoning Overlay: Yes
  • Directions: On the corner of Emery St & Danforth St (close to Waynflete)
  • Latitude: 43.646505
  • Longitude: -$70.27
  • Transportation: Major Road Access, Near Airport, Public Transport Access
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: PTLD-000061-000000-G017001
  • Tax Lot: 17
  • Tax Block: G
  • Tax Book Number: 29910
  • Tax Map Number: 61
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,960.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Off Street
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site, Paved, Off Street
  • Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Corner Lot, Level, Sidewalks, Historic District, Intown, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Near Public Transit
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Size Area: 0.09
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3920.4
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage: false
  • Site: Corner Lot, Level, Open, Sidewalks, Well Landscaped
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2592.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2592.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1900
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
  • Foundation Materials: Stone, Brick/Mortar
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $327.55
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Gas Natural
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Natural - On Site
  • Recreational Water: Nearby
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Tank
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: Attic, Bathtub, Laundry - Hookup, Other Amenities, Pantry, Storage, Walk-in Closets
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.5
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 2
  • # Half Baths Level 1: 1
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Basement: Interior, Bulkhead, Full, Unfinished
  • Basement: Bulkhead, Full, Unfinished
  • Basement Entry: Bulkhead, Interior
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Screened
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Hot Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
  • Interior Features: Walk-in Closets, Attic, Bathtub, Other, Pantry, Storage
Room Information
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Countertop: Butcher Block, Solid Surface
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Washer Hookup
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 299 Danforth Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 16, 2020

Sold

Maine Listings #1468926

$849,000
Sep 29, 2020

Pending

Maine Listings #1468926

Sep 15, 2020

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1468926

$849,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/16/2020

Sold

Maine Listings #1468926

$849,000
09/29/2020

Pending

Maine Listings #1468926

09/15/2020

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1468926

$849,000

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

Public Records for 299 Danforth Street

Taxable ValueLand$549,900Additions$502,600Total$1,052,500
Tax Record2025$12,609 ($1,051 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,592 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,592 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,781 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900CountyCUMBERLANDAPNPTLD M:061 B:G017001Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 299 Danforth 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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