56 Brookside Rd
Description
Rare opportunity in one of Portland's most desirable neighborhoods. 56 Brookside Road offers an ideal blend of space, location and outdoor living just steps from Payson Park and the waterfront views of Back Cove Trail perfect for running biking and dog walking. This spacious residence with a flowing layout features 5 bedrooms 3 full and 2 half baths offering flexibility for a variety of living arrangements including potential for multi generational living. The home also includes a first floor library...Rare opportunity in one of Portland's most desirable neighborhoods. 56 Brookside Road offers an ideal blend of space, location and outdoor living just steps from Payson Park and the waterfront views of Back Cove Trail perfect for running biking and dog walking. This spacious residence with a flowing layout features 5 bedrooms 3 full and 2 half baths offering flexibility for a variety of living arrangements including potential for multi generational living. The home also includes a first floor library ideal for a home office or quiet retreat and a finished basement. Heat pumps with ducted systems on the second floor for year round comfort along with a wood burning stove. Enjoy a peaceful setting on a tree lined dead end street in Back Cove with the Longfellow Arboretum and Payson Park directly out your back door. Situated on a quiet street the 0.36 acre property's standout feature is its exceptional location. The fenced in backyard sanctuary opens directly onto the 48 acres of Payson Park with its tennis and basketball courts disc golf course and playground and features a variety of fruit trees too many to name adding to the charm and usability of the outdoor space. Just minutes from Portland's Old Port and world renowned dining scene this is a property with real upside in a location that buyers continue to prioritize.
- Listed by Jonathon Stinson • Keller Williams Realty
Property Details for 56 Brookside Road
Waterfront
No
ArchitecturalStyleOther, Colonial
Garage Spaces2.00
GarageYes
ZoningR3
ViewScenic
LISTING UPDATED: 04/01/2026 05:33 PM
Property Details for 56 Brookside Road
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 1655890 |
| Days on Market | 2 |
| Taxes | $11,014 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1955 |
| Lot Size | 0.36 AC / 15,681 SF |
| County | Cumberland County |
Location
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Building Information for 56 Brookside Road
Stories-Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.36 AC / 15,681 SF
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$5,676 per month
30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest
Principal and Interest
$4,759
Property Taxes
$918
HOA Dues
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1Property Information for 56 Brookside Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Water Body Name: Back Cove
- Zip Code: 4611
- Directions: GPS friendly
- Town: Portland
- State/Province: ME
- Zip Code: 04103
- County: Cumberland
- Geo Latitude: 43.68141
- Geo Longitude: -70.271523
- Tax Lot: 6-14
- Site:Level: Yes
- Site:Open: Yes
- Site:Well Landscaped: Yes
- Location:Near Country Club: Yes
- Location:Near Golf Course: Yes
- Location:Near Public Beach: Yes
- Location:Near Railroad: Yes
- Location:Near Shopping: Yes
- Location:Near Town: Yes
- Location:Near Turnpike/Interstate: Yes
- Location:Neighborhood: Yes
- Transportation:Major Road Access: Yes
- Transportation:Near Airport: Yes
- Transportation:Rail Available: Yes
- Recreational Water:Nearby: Yes
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Road Frontage: true
- Water View2: Seasonal
- Tree Growth YN2: false
Parking
- Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, 5 - 10 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Inside Entrance, Off Street
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces, Off Street, On Site2, Paved3
Taxes and HOA Information
- Tax Book Number: 35882
- Tax Block: B
- Tax Map Number: 158
- Tax Year: 2026
- Parcel Number: PTLD-000158-B000006-000001
- Location Information:Association Y/N: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $11,014.00
Virtual Tour
- Virtual Tour URLUnbranded: https://visithome.ai/8wNYJWzjA98gbqiTGeBsqG?mu=ft
Property
Green Features
- HERS Certified: No
Heating and Cooling
- Water Heater:Heat Pump: Yes
- Heat Fuel: Oil, Wood2
- Heat System: Baseboard, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Wood Stove, Multi-Zones
Lot Information
- SqFt Finished Below Grade: 1348.0
- SqFt Finished Above Grade: 2976.0
- Lot Size Acres: 0.36
- Source of Acreage: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 4324.0
- Lot Size Area: 0.36
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 15681.6
- Bedrooms Total: 5
- Bathrooms Full: 3
- Bathrooms Half: 2
- Street Number: 56
- Property Information:Surveyed: Unknown
- Property Information:Seasonal: No
- Property Information:Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
- Property Information:Deed: All
- Property Information:# Rooms: 13.00
- Property Information:Total Half Baths: 2.00
- Property Information:Color: SLATE
- Property Information:# Full Baths Basement: 1.00
- Property Information:Source of Road Frontage: Public Records
- Property Information:# Half Baths Basement: .00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 1: 1.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 1: 1.00
- Property Information:# Full Baths Level 2: 1.00
- Property Information:# Half Baths Level 2: 1.00
- 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: 1955
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:Refrigerator: Yes
- Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
- Utilities:Utilities On: Yes
- Gas:No Gas: Yes
- Water Heater: Heat Pump2
- Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- # Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:2 Car: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:Auto Door Opener: Yes
- Vehicle Storage:Direct Entry to Living: Yes
- Roof: Pitched, Shingle
- Other Structures: Outbuilding
- Patio and Porch Features:Deck: Yes
- Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Auto Door Opener, Direct Entry to Living
- Patio and Porch Features: Deck
- Basement Entry: Bulkhead2
Interior Features
- Basement: Finished, Full
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile, Laminate, Carpet
- Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub, Shower, Storage
- Cooling: Heat Pump
- Heating: Zoned, Wood Stove, Hot Water, Heat Pump, Baseboard
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Room Total: 13
- Bathrooms Total (Integer): 5
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 4.00
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 3.20
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Heating YN: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop:Solid Surface: Yes
- Dining Room Amenities: Dining Area
- Furnished: Unfurnished
- Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub, Fence, Shower, Storage
- Kitchen Amenities: Breakfast Nook, Eat-in Kitchen
- Library Amenities: Built-Ins12
- Living Room Amenities: Built-Ins14, Formal2, Heat Stove5, Wood Burning Fireplace14
- Mud Room: Yes
- Kitchen Countertop: Solid Surface
- Sunroom Amenities: Three-Season
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: First
Room 2
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: First
- Bedroom Amenities 2: Closet2
Room 3
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: First
- Bedroom Amenities 3: Closet3
Room 4
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Level: First
Room 5
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: First
- Bedroom Amenities 5: Closet5
Room 6
- Room Type: Sunroom
- Room Level: First
Room 7
- Room Type: Mud Room
- Room Level: First
Room 8
- Room Type: Library
- Room Level: First
Room 9
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: Second
Room 10
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Level: Second
Room 11
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Second
Room 12
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Level: Second
Room 13
- Room Type: Bedroom 5
- Room Level: First
Property History for 56 Brookside Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1655890 | $945,000 | — |
| Aug 9, 2019 | Sold Maine Listings #1414966 | $630,000 | — |
| Jul 2, 2019 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1414966 | — | |
| May 16, 2019 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1414966 | $699,900 | — |
| Apr 4, 2005 | Sold Maine Listings #725829 | $399,000 | — |
| Feb 17, 2005 | Pending Maine Listings #725829 | — | |
| Feb 17, 2005 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #725829 | — | |
| Jan 12, 2005 | Expired Maine Listings #713122 | $439,000 | — |
| Oct 25, 2004 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #725829 | $399,000 | — |
| Jul 12, 2004 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #713122 | $495,000 | — |
| Jan 15, 2002 | Sold Maine Listings #500343 | $321,250 | — |
| Dec 17, 2001 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #500343 | — | |
| Jun 4, 2001 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #500343 | $409,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 03/31/2026 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1655890 | $945,000 |
| 08/09/2019 | Sold Maine Listings #1414966 | $630,000 |
| 07/02/2019 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #1414966 | — |
| 05/16/2019 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #1414966 | $699,900 |
| 04/04/2005 | Sold Maine Listings #725829 | $399,000 |
| 02/17/2005 | Pending Maine Listings #725829 | — |
| 02/17/2005 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #725829 | — |
| 01/12/2005 | Expired Maine Listings #713122 | $439,000 |
| 10/25/2004 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #725829 | $399,000 |
| 07/12/2004 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #713122 | $495,000 |
| 01/15/2002 | Sold Maine Listings #500343 | $321,250 |
| 12/17/2001 | Active Under Contract Maine Listings #500343 | — |
| 06/04/2001 | Listed (Active) Maine Listings #500343 | $409,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 56 Brookside Road
Taxable ValueLand$184,000Additions$500,400Total$684,400
Tax Record2024$10,273 ($856 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,702 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,702 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,655 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955CountyCUMBERLANDAPNPTLD M:158 B:B006001Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 56 Brookside Road
This home is within Portland Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ocean Avenue 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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