As you pull into the circular drive, you can't help but remark at the architecture and stateliness of this lovely 2900 sf Colonial. Most notably recognized as 'the Sam L. Cohen house', a local philanthropist who had the home built in 1950, this home sets beautifully on a half-acre of land in a quiet walking neighborhood that is minutes from local cafes, shopping and beaches. The home itself offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths (including the primary bedroom suite), a living room with hardwood floors and woodburning fireplace, formal dining room just off the kitchen, a bright 4-season sunroom overlooking the backyard, plus a gorgeous wood paneled library with built-in book cases so you can work from home. Behind the garage there is a separate 22x26' game room, a great place for the pool table, pingpong table and exercise equipment. The garage being 22' wide, is much larger than it appears from the road and the basement also offers ample storage. Plenty of room for guests, a garden and hobbies, while have the convenience of being intown. A super location in Maine's fastest growing city.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.57 acresLot Size
$221Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Roslind {Roz} Anton• EXP Realty
Bought with Jeremy Lock• Portside Real Estate Group
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.57 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,958
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
York County
APN
160086
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
R1B
Residential Zone
These areas are limited to single-family and duplex/two-family residential uses. These areas are served by water and sewer. These districts are best characterized as in-town single-family and duplex/two-family neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Attached Garage: Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Inside Entrance, Off Street
Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Attached, Auto Door Opener, Direct Entry to Living
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Features: Breakfast Nook, Eat-In Kitchen
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Features: Closet
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Features: Closet
Room 4 Information
Type: Sunroom
Level: First
Features: Four-Season, Heated, Skylight
Room 5 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Formal, Wood-Burning Fireplace
Room 6 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Features: Formal
Room 7 Information
Type: Great Room
Level: First
Room 8 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Features: Closet, Full Bath, Jetted Tub, Suite
Room 9 Information
Type: Office
Level: First
Features: Built-Ins
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Full, Unfinished
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 9
Interior Features: Primary Bedroom w/Bath
Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Membrane, Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,958
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Patio
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1950
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,958
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $24,829.20
Lot Size (Acres): 0.57
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Intown, Near Town, Neighborhood
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: R1B
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $6,069
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Space Heater, Hot Water, Baseboard
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Off Heating System, Oil
Location
School Information
High School District: Biddeford Public Schools
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 36 May Street, Biddeford, ME 04005
Directions: From Main St. Biddeford near Elements Coffee Shop, take a left onto Elm St (Route 1) then a right turn on South St, 1st left onto May, home in on the right. Look for sign.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,958
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: York County
APN: 160086
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
John F Kennedy Memorial School
Public PreK-K • Assigned • 0.9mi
Biddeford High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
65% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Biddeford, ME • 04005
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$621,000 – $751,000
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