Last Sold Price
5 beds4,324 sqft$224/sqft
56 Brookside Rd, Portland, ME 04103

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.
LISTING CLOSED: 05/08/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Jonathon Stinson • Keller Williams Realty
    P: (207) 458-6988 C: (207) 458-6988 jon.stinson@kw.com

Property Details for 56 Brookside Road

Status
MLS #
1655890
Days on Market
4
Taxes
$11,014 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1955
Lot Size
0.36 AC / 15,681 SF
Architectural Style
Other, Colonial
Furnished
Unfurnished
Style
Colonial, Other
View
Scenic
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
R3

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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$5,848 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,930

Property Taxes

$918

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 56 Brookside Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: Seasonal
  • Location: Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Near Railroad
  • Page: 284
  • Directions: GPS friendly
  • Latitude: 43.68141
  • Longitude: -$70.27
  • Transportation: Major Road Access, Near Airport, Rail Available
  • Water Body Type: Cove
  • Water Body Name: Back Cove
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: PTLD-000158-B000006-000001
  • Tax Lot: 6-14
  • Tax Block: B
  • Tax Book Number: 35882
  • Tax Map Number: 158
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Annual Amount: $11,014.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, Paved, Inside Entrance, 5 - 10 Spaces, Off Street, On Site
  • Parking: 5 - 10 Spaces, On Site, Paved, Off Street
  • Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Attached, Auto Door Opener, Direct Entry to Living
  • Has Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Has Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Near Country Club, Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Near Railroad
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.36
  • Lot Size Area: 0.36
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 15681.6
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Dead End, Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage: true
  • Road Frontage: 100.0
  • Source of Road Frontage: Public Records
  • Tree Growth: false
  • Site: Level, Open, Well Landscaped
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2976.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1348.0
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 4324.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed: All
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1955
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Color: SLATE
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $317.54
  • Property Repairs Y/N: No
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Oil, Wood
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: No Gas
  • Recreational Water: Nearby
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Heat Pump
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Roof: Pitched, Shingle
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub, Fence, Shower, Storage
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • # Half Baths Level 1: 1
  • # Half Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 13
  • Basement: Bulkhead, Finished, Full
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Basement Entry: Bulkhead
  • # Full Baths Basement: 1.0
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Oil, Wood, Baseboard, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Wood Stove, Zoned
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Attic, Bathtub, Shower, Storage
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second
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 3
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom Amenities 3: Closet
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom 5: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom 5 Level: First
  • Bedroom Amenities 5: Closet
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Amenities: Dining Area
Family Room
  • Family Room: Family Room
  • Family Room Level: Second
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Amenities: Breakfast Nook, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen Countertop: Solid Surface
Library
  • Library: Library
  • Library Level: First
  • Library Amenities: Built-Ins
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Living Room Amenities: Built-Ins, Heat Stove, Wood Burning Fireplace, Formal
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 56 Brookside Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 8, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1939138120

$970,000
May 8, 2026

Sold

Maine Listings #1655890

$970,000
Apr 8, 2026

Pending

Maine Listings #1655890

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/08/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1939138120

$970,000
05/08/2026

Sold

Maine Listings #1655890

$970,000
04/08/2026

Pending

Maine Listings #1655890

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

Public Records for 56 Brookside Road

Taxable ValueLand$278,200Additions$666,200Total$944,400
Tax Record2025$11,314 ($943 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,702 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,702 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,655 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955Year Renovated1955CountyCUMBERLANDAPNPTLD M:158 B:B006001

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 School
PublicK to 5

Lyman Moore Middle School
Public6 to 8

Deering High School
Public9 to 12

Casco Bay High School
Public9 to 12

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