Last Sold Price
3 beds1,680 sqft$244/sqft
85 Racine Ave, Portland, ME 04103

Description

Lovely cape on a great street in the heart of North Deering close to all area amenities. Open floor plan on the first floor, large sunny deck off the dining area,3 bedrooms on the second floor and a bonus room in the basement. The backyard is open and sunny and the perfect spot for some raised garden beds or just for fun and games! This home is a rare offering in todays market and an excellent opportunity to settle in and enjoy the summer!Lovely cape on a great street in the heart of North Deering close to all area amenities. Open floor plan on the first floor, large sunny deck off the dining area,3 bedrooms on the second floor and a bonus room in the basement. The backyard is open and sunny and the perfect spot for some raised garden beds or just for fun and games! This home is a rare offering in todays market and an excellent opportunity to settle in and enjoy the summer!
LISTING CLOSED: 08/20/2021 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Tina Lucas • Lucas Real Estate
    P: (207) 756-5939 C: (207) 756-5939 tina@lucasrealestate.com

Property Details for 85 Racine Avenue

Status
MLS #
1500893
Days on Market
4
Taxes
$4,299 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1997
Lot Size
0.22 AC / 9,583 SF
Architectural Style
Cape Cod
Style
Cape Cod
Has Waterfront
No
Zoning
RES

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$510,000

Avg days on market

14

Sale-to-list ratio

101.1%

Portland, ME

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Location

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Building Information for 85 Racine Avenue

Stories-Year Built1997Building Size-Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,583 SF

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$2,442 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,084

Property Taxes

$358

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 85 Racine Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water View: No
  • Location: Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Subdivision
  • Page: 167
  • Directions: North Deering off Allen Ave on the right heading north.
  • Latitude: 43.706853
  • Longitude: -$70.28
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: PTLD-000399-C000053-000001
  • Tax Lot: C-53
  • Tax Book Number: 23662
  • Tax Map Number: 399
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,299.00
Parking
  • Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Off Street
  • Parking: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Off Street
  • Vehicle Storage: No Vehicle Storage
  • Has Attached Garage: No
  • Has Garage: No
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Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Sidewalks, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Subdivided
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.22
  • Lot Size Area: 0.22
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 9583.2
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Roads: Paved, Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage: false
  • Site: Level, Open, Sidewalks, Well Landscaped
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1344.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 336.0
  • Building Area Source: Appraiser
  • Building Area Total: 1680.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Year Built: 1997
Building Features
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
Financial Information
  • List Price/SqFt: $296.88
Green Features
  • HERS Certified: No
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Gas Natural
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Gas: Natural - On Site
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Heater: Off Heating System
  • Utilities On: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Driveway: Paved
Interior Features
  • Amenities: Bathtub, Laundry - Hookup, Shower
  • Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.5
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • # Full Baths Level 2: 1
  • # Half Baths Level 1: 1
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Basement: Finished, Full, Bulkhead
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Basement Entry: Bulkhead
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Hot Water, Baseboard
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
  • Interior Features: Bathtub, Shower
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second
Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bonus Room
  • Bonus Room: Bonus Room
  • Bonus Room Level: Basement
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room: Family Room
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Laundry
  • Laundry Room Amenities: Washer Hookup
Living Room
  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Living Room Level: First
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 85 Racine Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 20, 2021

Sold

Maine Listings #1500893

$410,000
Jul 20, 2021

Pending

Maine Listings #1500893

Jul 13, 2021

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1500893

$399,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/20/2021

Sold

Maine Listings #1500893

$410,000
07/20/2021

Pending

Maine Listings #1500893

07/13/2021

Listed (Active)

Maine Listings #1500893

$399,000

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

Public Records for 85 Racine Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$177,900Additions$288,600Total$466,500
Tax Record2025$5,589 ($466 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,344 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,344 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,757 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1997Year Renovated1997CountyCUMBERLANDAPNPTLD M:399 B:C053001

Schools near 85 Racine Avenue

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
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Lyman Moore Middle School
Public6 to 8

Casco Bay High School
Public9 to 12

Deering 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 85 Racine Avenue, Portland, ME 04103
$410,000
3
1,680
9,583
$599,000
3
2,136
9,147
2
1
1,132
7,741
3
1.5
1,872
7,880
4
3
1,806
6,839
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