New Offering in Portland's Back Cove neighborhood. Large and Fully applianced "Chef's Kitchen" just 2 minutes walk to the Boulevard! Over 2,000 square feet of 1900's charm. 1910 colonial with high ceilings, operational wood fireplace, stylish easy living. 4-5 bedrooms, w/ elegant large windows and lots of light. 2.5 baths. Over 2,000 Square feet of living space. Original hardwood floors throughout. LR w/ wood burning fireplace. Formal dining room, Sunroom with direct access to large back deck overlooking the back yard. Could be perfect playroom or office w/ 1/2 bath. 4 bedrooms and full bath on 2nd floor. 3rd floor offers master suite and full bath with skylight. Roomy private rear garden with garage. Front door opens to the full-width front porch protected by mature foliage
Single-familyProperty Type
1910Year Built
8,276 sq ftLot Size
$432Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Richard Murphy• Harborview Properties, Inc.
Back Cove, located between the Back Cove shoreline and I-295, is a residential and waterfront Portland neighborhood with a 3.6-mile trail loop and broad bay views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Forest Avenue near Woodford Street, where corner markets, coffee counters, and long-running local eateries set a steady, everyday rhythm. Triple Espresso anchors the caffeine routine, while Woodford Food & Beverage and The Great Lost Bear serve as familiar gathering rooms. Housing leans toward early-20th-century capes and colonials, with pockets of mid-century apartments. The Back Cove Trail frames morning runs, stroller walks, and sunset laps. Tree-lined blocks meet working streets, giving the area a practical, lived-in feel.
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Offer insights
121 Read St · $880,000
$899K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $899K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
11 days
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SALE-TO-LIST
100.1%
Most homes are selling 0% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Storm doors
Double-pane windows
Interior entry to full unfinished basement
Built-ins throughout
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on the second floor with built-ins, full bath, heat stove, skylight and walk-in closet
Multiple additional bedrooms on the second floor (each with closets)
Fifth bedroom on the third floor
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Kitchen
Kitchen on the first floor with island
Electric range
Dishwasher
Disposal
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood floors
Ceramic tile
Heating & cooling
Zoned steam/radiator heating
Gas water heater
Circuit breaker electric
Exterior features
Deck
Patio
Porch
Level lot
Sidewalks
Near public beach
Near shopping and town
Near public transit
Neighborhood setting
Home design
Single family residence
Built in 1910
Parking
Detached garage with 1 car capacity
Paved on-site parking (1–4 spaces)
Construction
Wood frame construction with vinyl siding
Block foundation
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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Back Cove Beauty, 5 minutes to the Boulevard! Charming, sunny, 1910 colonial. Gracious easy living. 4 bedrooms, w/ elegant large windows and lots of light. 2.5 baths. Over 2,000 Square feet of living space. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout. LR w/ wood burning fireplace. DR, Sunroom on FF makes perfect playroom/office w/ 1/2 bath, overlooking back deck. 3 bedrooms and full bath on 2nd floor. 3rd floor offers master suite and full bath with skylight. Roomy private rear garden with garage. Parks, nearby.
MREIS #1083317
May 28, 2013
Sold
$305,000
$150/sq ft
+28
Beautifully maintained & Updated. Cooks Ktch, wlots of storage. Gleaming Hardwood. 4 BD, 2.5 baths, Office. Fireplace, Master Suite w/ BTH. Walk-in Closet. LG Deck/Fenced Yard. Farmers Porch. Brick patio. Walk to Payson Park, Borealis Breads.
MREIS #1018762
Jun 16, 2011
Listed
$289,000
$142/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$6,739 (+4.2%)
$69,000 + $380,000
$449,000
2023
$6,470 (+5.9%)
$69,000 + $380,000
$449,000
2022
$6,111 (+4.8%)
$69,000 + $380,000
$449,000
2021
$5,833 (−1.0%)
$69,000 + $380,000
$449,000
2020
$5,893
$69,000 + $183,800
$252,800
2019
$5,893 (+3.7%)
$69,000 + $183,800
$252,800
2018
$5,683 (+3.8%)
$69,000 + $183,800
$252,800
2017
$5,473 (+2.5%)
$69,000 + $183,800
$252,800
2016
$5,337 (+2.3%)
$69,000 + $183,800
$252,800
2015
$5,215 (+3.1%)
$69,000 + $183,800
$252,800
2014
$5,056
$69,000 + $183,800
$252,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,971
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,971
Year built
1910
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
120760
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 3, 2025.
R5
Residential
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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 88° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
60% 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.4 hours in
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