Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,595 sqft
56 Lafayette St, Portland, ME 04101
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.05 acresLot Size
1850Year Built
$363/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

A rare opportunity in the East End! Charming, renovated East End single family with guesthouse on a quiet, residential street at the top of the Hill! Many updates including newer windows, boiler, insulation. Original wood floors and built-ins. Fabulous, large and well-equipped kitchen offers light-filled space for gatherings. From the kitchen, cross a private and tranquil patio to the garden, potting shed, and the renovated guesthouse, which includes a large room and full bath. Walk to restaurants...A rare opportunity in the East End! Charming, renovated East End single family with guesthouse on a quiet, residential street at the top of the Hill! Many updates including newer windows, boiler, insulation. Original wood floors and built-ins. Fabulous, large and well-equipped kitchen offers light-filled space for gatherings. From the kitchen, cross a private and tranquil patio to the garden, potting shed, and the renovated guesthouse, which includes a large room and full bath. Walk to restaurants and coffee shops, stroll to the park and the beach. A coveted lifestyle awaits you!
  • Listed by: Whitney Harvey 207.671.2360 wharvey@townandshore.com • Town & Shore Real Estate
  • Listed by: Lynn Hallett 207.671.8187 lhallett@townandshore.com • Town & Shore Real Estate
Listing closed: 08/23/2018 12:00 AM • Source: Maine Listings, MLS#: 1347221

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Property Information for 56 Lafayette Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,713 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: New Englander
  • Style: New Englander
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: R6
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1850
  • Lot Size: 0.05 AC / 2,178 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: No
  • Location: Intown, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Neighborhood
  • Page: 60
  • Zoning Overlay: No
  • Directions: East End. Congress Street toward Eastern Prom to left on Lafayette.
  • Latitude: 43.667535
  • Longitude: -$70.25
  • Transportation: Near Airport, Public Transport Access
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 6
  • Tax Block: A
  • Tax Book Number: 33080
  • Tax Map Number: 14
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,713.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Off Street
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, On Site, Paved, Off Street
  • Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
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Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Sidewalks, Intown, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Near Public Transit
  • 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
  • 2 Detached Houses on 1 Lot: false
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage: false
  • Site: Sidewalks
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1595.0
  • Building Area Total: 1595.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Warranty
  • Surveyed: No
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1850
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Foundation Materials: Stone
  • Construction Materials: Clapboard, Wood Frame
  • Color: Gray
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $363.01
Green Features
  • Energy Efficiency: Insulated Foundation
  • Green Energy Efficient: Insulated Foundation
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Electric, Oil
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Natural - On Site
  • Recreational Water: Nearby, Oceanfront, Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Tankless
  • Utilities: Utilities On
  • Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Clapboard
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Storm Window(s)
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Storm Window(s)
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: Attic, Bathtub, Fence, In-Law Apartment, Laundry - 1st Floor
  • Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
  • Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable
  • # Full Baths Level 1: 1
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Basement: Interior, Bulkhead, Full
  • Basement: Bulkhead, Full
  • Basement Entry: Bulkhead, Interior
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Hot Water, Baseboard
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Features: In-Law Apartment, 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
Bonus Room
  • Bonus Room: Bonus Room
  • Bonus Room Level: First
Den
  • Den: Den
  • Den Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Countertop: Butcher Block, Granite
Laundry
  • Laundry Room: Laundry
  • Laundry Room Level: First
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Laundry - 1st Floor, Main Level
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 56 Lafayette Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 23, 2018

Sold

Maine Listings #1347221

$579,000
Jul 23, 2018

Pending

Maine Listings #1347221

May 1, 2018

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1347221

$635,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/23/2018

Sold

Maine Listings #1347221

$579,000
07/23/2018

Pending

Maine Listings #1347221

05/01/2018

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1347221

$635,000

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

Public Records for 56 Lafayette Street

Taxable ValueLand$438,900Additions$375,000Total$813,900
Tax Record2025$9,751 ($813 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,355 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,355 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,548 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1850Year Renovated1850CountyCUMBERLANDAPNPTLD M:014 B:A006001

Schools near 56 Lafayette Street

This home is within Portland Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
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

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