31 Read Street

Closed 9/17/20
Closed 9/17/20
Front of House
Side Entrance & 1 Car Garage
Rear Entry Porch
Rear Entry Porch
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
Dining Room
Dining Room w/Built-In Hutch
Dining Room
Fireplace
Main Level Dining/Living Overview
Living Room
Back of House
Large, Front Sunroom
Bedroom #1
Bedroom #1
1st Floor Full Bath
Living Room
Bedroom #2
2nd Floor Hallway
Bedroom #3
Bedroom #4
Bedroom #2
Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom
2nd Floor Hallway
Master Bath
Master Bath
Master Bath
Basement
Side Entrance & Landscaping
Basement
Front of House
Front of House
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Last Sold Price
$493,000
4 beds1,800 sqft$274/sqft
31 Read St, Portland, ME 04103

Description

First time on the market in over 50 years! 4 plus bedrooms and office/studio. This property has been meticulously maintained to preserve its quintessential character and charm. Beautiful hardwood floors, 8.5' plaster ceilings, walls, and fresh paint throughout. Recently added Master Bath en-suite with custom shower and large walk-in closet. Modern natural gas radiant heaters individually controlled and all electrical, heating, and plumbing systems updated. All exterior windows updated and insulation...First time on the market in over 50 years! 4 plus bedrooms and office/studio. This property has been meticulously maintained to preserve its quintessential character and charm. Beautiful hardwood floors, 8.5' plaster ceilings, walls, and fresh paint throughout. Recently added Master Bath en-suite with custom shower and large walk-in closet. Modern natural gas radiant heaters individually controlled and all electrical, heating, and plumbing systems updated. All exterior windows updated and insulation increased in 2020. Partially finished basement and large storage in attic space offers abundant storage. Large enclosed sunroom with insulated windows and screens. Bright, rear entry porch with new windows. Oversized 1 1/2 car entry door garage offers additional storage. Spacious, private backyard with raised garden bed is rare for the Portland area. Walking distance to Baxter Blvd, Marginal Way, and Payson Park which offers tennis courts, trails, a skating rink and many other amenities. Nearby top-rated schools and only 2 miles from downtown Portland. Close to UNE, USM, Cheverus, Whole Foods, and Trader Joe's. Top restaurants in the neighborhoods and close to all major commuter routes!
LISTING CLOSED: 09/17/2020 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by John Hatcher • Keller Williams Realty
    P: (207) 775-2121 C: (207) 415-2121 jhatcher@kw.com
  2. Listed by Kerry Buthy • Keller Williams Realty
    P: (207) 775-2121 john@johnhatcher.us

Property Details for 31 Read Street

Status
Closed
MLS #
1461604
Days on Market
4
Taxes
$4,397 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1925
Lot Size
0.20 AC / 8,712 SF
County
Cumberland County
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Style
Bungalow
Subdivision Name
Back Bay
View
Scenic
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
R3

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$530,000

Avg days on market

29

Sale-to-list ratio

99.9%

Portland, ME

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Building Information for 31 Read Street

Stories-Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,712 SF

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Property Information for 31 Read Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: No
  • Location: Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Near Town, Neighborhood
  • Page: 252
  • Zoning Overlay: No
  • Directions: From - Ocean Avenue to Read Street to #31 From - Forest Ave. Left on Adelaide St. Right on Read St to #31. House will be on your left.
  • Latitude: 43.680587
  • Longitude: -$70.28
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: PTLD-000156-000000-B003001
  • Tax Lot: 3
  • Tax Block: B
  • Tax Book Number: 34616
  • Tax Map Number: 156
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,397.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Detached
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces
  • Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Detached
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Has Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Sidewalks, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Near Town, Neighborhood
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • Lot Size Area: 0.2
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 8712.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Other Source of Square Footage: Seller
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Site: Level, Open, Sidewalks, Well Landscaped
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1800.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1800.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1925
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • Color: Gray
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $255.00
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Gas Natural
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Natural - On Site
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Off Heating System
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Other Amenities, Shower, Storage, Walk-in Closets, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • Basement: Interior, Full, Bulkhead
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement Entry: Bulkhead, Interior
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Radiant
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
  • Interior Features: Walk-in Closets, 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, Other, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second
  • Primary Bedroom Amenities: Double Vanities, Full Bath, Suite, Walk-in Closet
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Bedroom 1 Amenities: Closet
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
  • Bedroom Amenities 2: Closet
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 4: Closet
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom 5: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom 5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 5: Closet
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Amenities: Built-Ins, Dining Area
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Amenities: Wood Burning Fireplace
Sun Room
  • Sunroom: Sunroom
  • Sunroom Level: First
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 31 Read Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 17, 2020

Sold

Maine Listings #1461604

$493,000—
Jul 28, 2020

Pending

Maine Listings #1461604

—
Jul 13, 2020

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1461604

$459,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/17/2020

Sold

Maine Listings #1461604

$493,000
07/28/2020

Pending

Maine Listings #1461604

—
07/13/2020

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1461604

$459,000

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

Public Records for 31 Read Street

Taxable ValueLand$174,200Additions$536,100Total$710,300
Tax Record2025$8,509 ($709 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,629 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,629 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,925 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925Year Renovated1925CountyCUMBERLANDAPNPTLD M:156 B:B003001

Schools near 31 Read Street

This home is within Portland Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Ocean Avenue School
Public - K to 5
Lyman Moore Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Deering High School
Public - 9 to 12
Casco Bay High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ocean Avenue School
PublicK to 5

Lyman Moore Middle School
Public6 to 8

Deering High School
Public9 to 12

Casco Bay High School
Public9 to 12

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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AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 31 Read Street, Portland, ME 04103
$493,000
4
1,800
8,712
35 Read Street, Portland, ME 04103
$387,650
3
1,195
4,791
25 Read Street, Portland, ME 04103
$305,000
3
1,128
7,405
33 R Read Street, Portland, ME 04103
–
–
–
–
2,448
39 Read Street, Portland, ME 04103
$621,000
3
1,638
9,147
23 Read Street, Portland, ME 04103
–
–
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19,715

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