Discover the charm of coastal living with this classic Peaks Island cottage, nestled on a spacious double lot. Brimming with character and potential, this fixer-upper offers the perfect opportunity to create your island retreat. Just a short walk from the shore, enjoy ocean breezes, serene surroundings, and endless possibilities to restore and reimagine this unique property. Don't miss your chance to invest in one of Maine's most beloved island communities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
8,276 sq ftLot Size
$721Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Wendy Harmon• Keller Williams Realty
Listed by Mary Hitt-Davis• Keller Williams Realty
Bought with Mary Hitt-Davis• Keller Williams Realty
*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
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,276 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
624
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
116740
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
IR-2
Island Zone
To provide for a residential neighborhood environment on Portland’s islands in areas with adequate public services. Expansion or extension of IR-2 zoning should be limited, generally focused toward areas adjacent toexisting IR-2 areas, and restricted by such factors as adequacy of access, whether adequate water will be available for private use and for fire protection, whether soils in the area are adequate for subsurface water disposal, or whether public sewers are available. Select nonresidential uses may also be permitted in the IR-2 zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room 1 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Full, Exterior Only
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 5
Refrigerator, Electric Range
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 624
Building Area Source: Public Records
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1900
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 624
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $8,276.40
Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Other Location, Level
Zoning: IR-2
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,586
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Electric
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 12 Merriam Street, Portland, ME 04108
Directions: From the Ferry onto Welch St. Right onto Island Ave and then onto New Island Ave. Right onto Upper Veterans St and left onto Spruce Ave. Right onto Merriam St. Property on the right
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 624
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 116740
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Peaks Island School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Deering High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.4mi
2/10
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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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
71% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Portland, ME • 04108
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.5 hrs
4.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$428,000 – $518,000
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