Beautiful 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath Cape tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac just off Main Street, within minutes of town and walking distance to the elementary school. Step inside to a welcoming family room featuring a dramatic cathedral ceiling and gorgeous wide-board wood floors. The newly renovated kitchen (2024) showcases quartz countertops, a butcher-block center island, subway-tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances, opening seamlessly to a spacious dining area. A first-floor bedroom and full bath offer flexibility for guests, a home office, or convenient one-level living. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms share a full bath. Sliders from the kitchen lead to a spacious deck overlooking a large, level yard framed by mature trees - perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or outdoor play. The finished lower level adds more than 500 sq. ft. of versatile living space, ideal for a family room, recreation room, or home office, and includes a half bath and separate laundry area with new W/D (2025). Additional highlights include a two-car attached garage (new door 2024), central air, shed, invisible dog fence, and solar panels providing low electric costs. Enjoy a private neighborhood setting in an ideal location close to shopping, restaurants, golf courses, recreational facilities, trails, a marina, and all that the town has to offer!
Est. $2,709 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5 Bell Ct
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Smart MLS #24186436
Aug 6, 2026
Sold
$465,000
$231/sq ft
Jun 28, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 26, 2026
Listed
$409,900
$204/sq ft
Jun 24, 2026
Coming Soon
$409,900
$204/sq ft
Smart MLS #170489328
Jul 6, 2022
Sold
$335,000
$167/sq ft
May 24, 2022
Contingent
—
May 19, 2022
Listed
$299,900
$149/sq ft
May 9, 2022
Coming Soon
$299,900
$149/sq ft
Spacious 3 bedroom Cape with 2 1/2 baths located right off of Main Street on a nice level .44 acre lot on a cul-de-sac street. As you enter through the front door you are greeted with a beautiful living room with cathedral ceiling. The kitchen opens into the large dining area with sliders to a spacious deck. Great floor plan for entertaining! The main level also has one bedroom and a full bathroom. Upstairs has two more bedrooms and a full bathroom. Finished basement with half bathroom is great to use as a family room or office with laundry and additional room for storage. Great features including 2 car attached garage, central air, shed, invisible dog fence, low electric bills with leased solar panels, level yard, quiet cul-de-sac location yet close to town and all the wonderful shops, restaurants, 3 golf courses, new recreational complex, airline trail, 7 river marinas etc. Solar panels are leased through Sunpower for $79.71 per month. Welcome to Portland! Check out our first selectman's youTube video https://youtu.be/Ium8WvnHH60 HIGHEST & BEST OFFERS ARE DUE BY SUNDAY, MAY 22ND AT 5:00P.M. NO ESCALATION CLAUSES OR PERSONAL LETTERS THANK YOU!
Public Records
Feb 18, 2021
Sold
$253,000
$126/sq ft
Smart MLS #170357148
Nov 30, 2020
Listed
$249,900
$124/sq ft
Looking to celebrate the new year in your new home? This is the property for you! All showings to start on 11/30. Looking for a home with electric bills less then $10.00 per month? Then this is the home for you. The well maintained Cape Cod style home features 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, 2 car garage and a level back yard right off your private deck. You will also enjoy having the finished lower level that features a 1/2 bath. Please look for more photos and information to follow.
Smart MLS #G10201815
Apr 27, 2017
Sold
$235,000
$117/sq ft
Mar 6, 2017
Listed
$234,000
$116/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 20, 2002
Sold
$210,000
$104/sq ft
Smart MLS #G299429
Sep 23, 2002
Listed
$212,000
$105/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,515
$53,270 + $116,620
$169,890
2022
$5,511 (+4.2%)
$53,270 + $116,620
$169,890
2021
$5,291 (+1.8%)
$48,440 + $102,690
$151,130
2020
$5,196 (+1.7%)
$48,440 + $102,690
$151,130
2019
$5,110
$48,440 + $102,690
$151,130
2018
$5,110 (+2.5%)
$48,440 + $102,690
$151,130
2017
$4,984 (−0.9%)
$48,440 + $102,690
$151,130
2016
$5,027 (+2.3%)
$51,870 + $102,760
$154,630
2014
$4,914 (+1.6%)
$51,870 + $102,760
$154,630
2011
$4,837
$51,870 + $102,760
$154,630
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.44 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,512
Year built
1984
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1034831
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 6
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Open Floor Plan
Basement Description: Full, Heated, Partially Finished, Full With Hatchway
Has Attic
Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features: Sidewalk, Shed, Deck
Lot Information
Lot Description: Level Lot, On Cul-De-Sac
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1512
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $169,890
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
Hot Water Description: Domestic
Heat Type: Hot Water
Heat Fuel Type: Oil, Solar
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Active Solar
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: Portland
Intermediate School: Brownstone
High School: Portland
Elementary School: Gildersleeve
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: GPS
County: Middlesex
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,512
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1984
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1034831
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 5
Around this home
Schools
Gildersleeve School
Public 2-4 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
Portland Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
7/10
Portland High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Portland, CT • 06480
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 24% for direct sun exposure in Portland. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$428,000 – $518,000
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