51 Melbourne Street

Closed 5/20/26
Closed 5/20/26
Side 1
Front 2
Front 1
Drone 5
Drone 4
Entryway 3
Entryway
Entryway 2
Livingroom 1
Livingroom 2
Livingroom 3
Living room 6
Bedroom 4
Kitchen 1
Kitchen 3
kitchen 2
Kitchen 4
Hallway
Bathroom 1
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 3
Driveway
Backyard
Backyard 2
Drone 1
Drone 3
Sold
Last Sold Price
$685,000
4 beds1,560 sqft$439/sqft
51 Melbourne St, Portland, ME 04101
Single FamilyProperty Type
2,178 sq ftLot Size
1887Year Built
$439/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

51 Melbourne in Portland's East End offers the feel and quiet of an oceanside suburb with all the amenities of a city, all within easy walking distance. The location provides easy walking access to both the ocean and city center: steps from the Eastern Promenade; less than a 20-minute walk to the Old Port and Commercial Street waterfront; and less than a 10-minute walk to over 15 eateries along Washington Avenue Restaurant Row. The location provides easy walking access to both the ocean and city...51 Melbourne in Portland's East End offers the feel and quiet of an oceanside suburb with all the amenities of a city, all within easy walking distance. The location provides easy walking access to both the ocean and city center: steps from the Eastern Promenade; less than a 20-minute walk to the Old Port and Commercial Street waterfront; and less than a 10-minute walk to over 15 eateries along Washington Avenue Restaurant Row. The location provides easy walking access to both the ocean and city center: steps from the Eastern Promenade; less than a 20-minute walk to the Old Port and Commercial Street waterfront; and less than a 10-minute walk to over 15 eateries along Washington Avenue Restaurant Row - One block to the east offers expansive views of Casco Bay from the Eastern Promenade with plenty of open public space to picnic and relax while enjoying the views
- One block to the west brings you to Fort Sumner Park, aka The Top of the World, with spectacular sunsets and expansive city and bay views to the west, and a clearly visible Mount Washington in New Hampshire on the northwest horizon
- Less than 3-minute drive to the East End public boat ramp on the Eastern Promenade, for easy water access to Casco Bay and its many islands
- Private driveway that can accommodate 3 cars or a small boat and 2 cars
- Peaceful back yard with porch overlooking the largest tree of its species in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont
- Family-owned property since the 1940s, first time on the market
- Desirable corner lot with potential to build up for spectacular, unobstructed Casco Bay views to the east, and northwest views of Blackstrap Hill in Falmouth
- Ideally priced to quality renovate and modernize to your own specifications. Why pay more when you can save money and design exactly as you please? - Single-family home privacy at less than half of the average nearby condo cost
  • Listed by: James Trask 207.281.3837 robtrask@masiello.com • Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
  • Listed by: Jody Ryan 207.318.0718 jodyryan@masiello.com • Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group
Listing closed: 05/20/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1634928
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Property Information for 51 Melbourne Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $8,698 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Cumberland County
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod, New Englander
  • Style: Cape Cod, New Englander
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: RN-4
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1887
  • Lot Size: 0.05 AC / 2,178 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Seasonal
  • Location: Intown, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Neighborhood, Near Railroad
  • Page: 059
  • Directions: On the Corner of Melbourne St and Willis St. GPS.
  • Latitude: 43.668879
  • Longitude: -$70.25
  • Water Body Type: Ocean
  • Water Body Name: Casco bay
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: PTLD-000015-F000004-000001
  • Tax Lot: 4
  • Tax Book Number: 30509
  • Tax Map Number: 015
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,698.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces, Off Street, On Street
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Off Street, On Street
  • Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Intown, Near Public Beach, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Neighborhood, Near Railroad, Corner Lot, Level, Sidewalks
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Size Area: 0.05
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 2178.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Public
  • Tree Growth: false
  • Site: Corner Lot, Level, Sidewalks
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1560.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1560.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1887
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $467.31
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Oil
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, Fuses
  • Gas: No Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Off Heating System
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub, Fence, Laundry - 1st Floor
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Appliances Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.5
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Basement: Interior Entry, Brick/Mortar, Unfinished
  • Basement: Brick/Mortar, Unfinished
  • Basement Entry: Interior
  • # Half Baths Basement: 1.0
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Oil, Baseboard
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Linoleum
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub
Room Information
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Countertop: Solid Surface
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Main Level
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
Office Room
  • Office: Office
  • Office Level: First
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 51 Melbourne Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 20, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1940513748

$685,000—
May 20, 2026

Sold

Maine Listings #1634928

$685,000—
May 1, 2026

Pending

Maine Listings #1634928

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/20/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1940513748

$685,000
05/20/2026

Sold

Maine Listings #1634928

$685,000
05/01/2026

Pending

Maine Listings #1634928

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Public Records for 51 Melbourne Street

Taxable ValueLand$434,400Additions$329,700Total$764,100
Tax Record2025$9,154 ($763 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,560 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,560 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,322 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1905Year Renovated1905CountyCUMBERLANDAPNPTLD M:015 B:F004001

Schools near 51 Melbourne Street

This home is within Portland Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
East End Community School
Public - PK to 5
King Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Casco Bay High School
Public - 9 to 12
Deering High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
East End Community School
PublicPK to 5

King Middle School
Public6 to 8

Casco Bay High School
Public9 to 12

Deering 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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