542 Preble St
Pending
Pending
Description
This charming Dutch Colonial near Willard Beach captures the timeless appeal of a 1926 home, featuring maple hardwood floors, a sunny living room with a gas fireplace, custom built-ins, French doors, and much more. Its kitchen was recently updated with beautiful cabinetry, granite counters and modern appliances. Enjoy the sound of bell buoys from your back deck, surrounded by mature landscaping. Take your dog for walks on the beach, stop by Scratch Bakery, and explore all the local amenities this...This charming Dutch Colonial near Willard Beach captures the timeless appeal of a 1926 home, featuring maple hardwood floors, a sunny living room with a gas fireplace, custom built-ins, French doors, and much more. Its kitchen was recently updated with beautiful cabinetry, granite counters and modern appliances. Enjoy the sound of bell buoys from your back deck, surrounded by mature landscaping. Take your dog for walks on the beach, stop by Scratch Bakery, and explore all the local amenities this sought-after neighborhood offers. The property also includes a one-car garage with convenient access off Frederick Street. Come check it out!
- Listed by Brian Linscott • Linscott Real Estate
Property Details for 542 Preble Street
Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyleDutch Colonial
Garage Spaces1.00
GarageYes
Zoningresidential
LISTING UPDATED: 04/28/2026 04:37 PM
Property Details for 542 Preble Street
| Status | Pending |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1654901 |
| Days on Market | 37 |
| Taxes | $8,473 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1926 |
| Lot Size | 0.12 AC / 5,227 SF |
| County | Cumberland County |
Location
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Building Information for 542 Preble Street
Stories-Year Built1926Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,227 SF
Payment Calculator
$4,570 per month
30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest
Principal and Interest
$3,864
Property Taxes
$706
HOA Dues
$0
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1Property Information for 542 Preble Street
Summary
Location and General Information
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Zip Code: 5025
- Directions: Cottage Road or Pillsbury Street to Preble Street, turn onto Frederick Street. Access the home and park on this side of the property.
- Town: South Portland
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04106
- County: Cumberland
- Geo Latitude: 43.636741
- Geo Longitude: -70.226724
- Tax Lot: 124
- Site:Open: Yes
- Site:Sidewalks: Yes
- Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
- Location:Near Public Beach: Yes
- Location:Near Shopping: Yes
- Location:Near Town: Yes
- Location:Neighborhood: Yes
- Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
- Recreational Water:Public: Yes
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Water View2: No
- Tree Growth YN2: false
Parking
- Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Detached, Off Street
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, Off Street, On Site2
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 40562
- Tax Map Number: 1
- Tax Year: 2026
- Parcel Number: SPOR-000001-000000-000124
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $8,473.00
Property
Green Features
- HERS Certified: No
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Off Heating System: Yes
- Heat Fuel: Oil
- Heat System: Steam
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 0.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 1496.0
- Lot Size Acres: 0.12
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1496.0
- Lot Size Area: 0.12
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 5227.2
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Bathrooms Full: 1
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Street Number: 542
- Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
- Property Information:Seasonal: No
- Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Trustee
- Property Information:Deed: All
- Property Information:# Rooms: 7.00
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: .00
- Property Information:Color: white
- 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: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: 1.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 2: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 3: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Upper: .00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Upper: .00
Parking
- Driveway:Paved: Yes
- Driveway: Paved2
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: 1926
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
- Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
- Appliances Included:Electric Range: Yes
- Appliances Included:Microwave: Yes
- Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
- Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
- Gas:Bottled: Yes
- Water Heater: Off Heating System
- Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- # Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:1 Car: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:Detached: Yes
- Roof: Shingle
- Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
- Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
- Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Detached
- Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Porch
- Basement Entry: Interior
Interior Features
- Basement: Full, Unfinished
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Interior Features: Pantry
- Cooling: None
- Heating: Steam
- Foundation Details: Block
- Room Total: 7
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 1
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.00
- Cooling YN: No
- Heating YN: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop:Granite: Yes
- Dining Room Amenities: Built-Ins8, Formal
- Amenities: Pantry
- Kitchen Amenities: Pantry2
- Living Room Amenities: Gas Fireplace5
- Kitchen Countertop: Granite
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: Office
- Room Level: Second
Room 5
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Level: Second
Room 6
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Second
Room 7
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Second
Property History for 542 Preble Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 28, 2026 | Pending Maine Listings #1654901 | — | |
| Apr 26, 2026 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1654901 | — | |
| Apr 21, 2026 | Price Change Maine Listings #1654901 | $767,350 | — |
| Mar 20, 2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1654901 | $777,350 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/28/2026 | Pending Maine Listings #1654901 | — |
| 04/26/2026 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1654901 | — |
| 04/21/2026 | Price Change Maine Listings #1654901 | $767,350 |
| 03/20/2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1654901 | $777,350 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 542 Preble Street
Taxable ValueLand$359,800Additions$260,900Total$620,700
Tax Record2025$8,473 ($706 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,496 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,496 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt715 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,227 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926ZoningWBLCountyCUMBERLANDAPNSPOR M:001 L:124Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 542 Preble Street
This home is within South Portland Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 4 | |||
| Public - | 5 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Dora L Small Elementary School PublicK to 4 | ||
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School Public5 to 8 | ||
South Portland High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Memorial Middle School Public6 to 8 |
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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