54 Read Street

Closed 12/9/25
Closed 12/9/25
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$522,000
3 beds1,476 sqft$354/sqft
54 Read St, Portland, ME 04103
Single FamilyProperty Type
5,227 sq ftLot Size
1924Year Built
$354/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Built in 1924, this classic Portland Foursquare sits at the edge of the Back Cove neighborhood, just around the corner from Payson Park. The home greets you with a welcoming front porch wrapped in windows and a striking original front door - the kind of detail you just don't find anymore. Inside, the main floor flows from a sunny kitchen with a breakfast nook into a dining room made for gatherings and a living room anchored by an electric fireplace. A half bath and a back porch that's perfect for...Built in 1924, this classic Portland Foursquare sits at the edge of the Back Cove neighborhood, just around the corner from Payson Park. The home greets you with a welcoming front porch wrapped in windows and a striking original front door - the kind of detail you just don't find anymore. Inside, the main floor flows from a sunny kitchen with a breakfast nook into a dining room made for gatherings and a living room anchored by an electric fireplace. A half bath and a back porch that's perfect for a mudroom round out the first level. Upstairs you'll find three comfortable bedrooms, a full bath, and built-in storage in the hall. The third floor walk-up attic is full of potential. Set on a nice city lot with a backyard and detached one car garage, this home has great bones and a ton of charm. The house has been thoughtfully maintained over the years, with regular upkeep and improvements, including a new roof installed in 2022. It's a true Portland classic and ready for its next chapter.
  • Listed by: David Banks 207.773.2345 dbanks@davidbanksteam.com • RE/MAX By The Bay
Listing closed: 12/09/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1642779

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$585,000

Avg days on market

13

Sale-to-list ratio

99.6%

Portland, ME

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Property Information for 54 Read Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $6,751 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Cumberland County
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Style: Other
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: R3
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Lot Size: 0.12 AC / 5,227 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: No
  • Location: Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood
  • Page: 290
  • Zoning Overlay: No
  • Directions: Head north on Forest Ave toward Vannah Ave. Slight right onto Ocean Ave. Turn left onto Read St.
  • Latitude: 43.680608
  • Longitude: -$70.28
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: PTLD-000141-F000045-000001
  • Tax Lot: 45
  • Tax Block: F
  • Tax Book Number: 29015
  • Tax Map Number: 141
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,751.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Detached
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site, Paved
  • 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 Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size Area: 0.12
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5227.2
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Tree Growth: false
  • Site: Level, Open, Sidewalks, Well Landscaped
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1476.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1476.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Surveyed: No
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1924
Building Features
  • Levels: Multi-Level
  • Levels: Multi-Level
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $355.69
  • Property Repairs Y/N: No
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Oil, Propane
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Bottled
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Off Heating System
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: Attic, Bathtub, Fence, Shower, Storage
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dishwasher
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.5
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • # Half Baths Level 1: 1
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Basement: Interior, Full, Unfinished
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Basement Entry: Interior
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Glass Enclosed, Porch
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Steam, Radiator, Other
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Attic, Bathtub, Shower, Storage
Room Information
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 1 Amenities: Closet
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 2: Closet
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 3: Closet
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Amenities: Formal
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Amenities: Breakfast Nook, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
  • Kitchen Countertop: Solid Surface
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
Mud Room
  • Mud Room: Mud Room
  • Mud Room Level: First
Sun Room
  • Sunroom: Sunroom
  • Sunroom Level: First
  • Sunroom Amenities: Three-Season
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 54 Read Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 9, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1923618913

$522,000—
Dec 9, 2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1642779

$522,000—
Dec 3, 2025

Pending

Maine Listings #1642779

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/09/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1923618913

$522,000
12/09/2025

Sold

Maine Listings #1642779

$522,000
12/03/2025

Pending

Maine Listings #1642779

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

Public Records for 54 Read Street

Taxable ValueLand$157,700Additions$430,900Total$588,600
Tax Record2025$7,051 ($588 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,476 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,476 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,249 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1924Year Renovated1924CountyCUMBERLANDAPNPTLD M:141 B:F045001

Schools near 54 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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$522,000
3
1,476
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