Feeling priced out of Portland? Looking for a quality home at a reasonable price? Searching for the perfect flip? Your wait is over! Dated to 1885, this quality-built home enjoys retained period details, many updates and near limitless up-side potential. From French doors and gleaming hardwood floors to high ceilings and lots of light - the space is inviting and livable. The sun-filled family room and open concept kitchen and dining area are ideal for the chef/entertainer in all of us. The second level offers 3 bedrooms, laundry and full bath. The third floor is ready for re-imagination. Add in efficient heat, a pellet stove and several semi-recent updates and you have an opportunity not to be missed. Sellers prefer to close quickly and occupy the property until September 1st.
Single-familyProperty Type
1885Year Built
4,791 sq ftLot Size
$297Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Thomas {Tom} Landry• Benchmark Real Estate
Bought with Coleen Smith• 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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,688
Year built
1885
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
124851
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
RN-3
Residential Neighborhood Zone
To provide for a residential neighborhood environment predominantly characterized by dwellings on lots of at least 5,000 sq ft. Conversion of existing nonresidential structures to multi-family dwellings is permitted within the RN-3 zone, subject to standards encouraging compatibility and context sensitivity to ensure the stability of established residential neighborhoods. Select nonresidential uses may also be permitted in the RN-3 zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Cemetery
Park & open space
Mar 15, 2026 • Final
Residential alterations (1 and 2 family)
Remodel
Jul 11, 2025 • Active
Residential alterations (1 and 2 family)
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Upper Level, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,632
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Porch
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1885
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,632
Levels: Multi-Level
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $4,791.60
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Sidewalks, Intown, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Retail Strip, Suburban, Near Public Transit, Near Railroad
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: R5
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,809
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Gas
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 1566 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102
Directions: Outer Congress St (close to Frost St)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,688
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1885
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 124851
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Amanda C Rowe School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
4/10
Deering High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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 88° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
68% 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
Portland, ME • 04102
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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.
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Estimated sale price
$461,000 – $558,000
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