Closed on oct 2026

$648,000

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1,000

sq ft

16 Sterling St, Portland, ME 04108

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A year-round Peaks Island Retreat. Nestled close to the convenience of town, this charming Peaks Island cottage offers the best of both worlds: a comfortable year-round home and a peaceful retreat from the bustle of the mainland. The original home has been lovingly maintained and thoughtfully enhanced with a number of recent additions, including heat pumps, solar panels, and a sauna that can be started remotely--perfect for warming up before you even arrive home. Set on a generous double lot, the property offers plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors, with raised garden beds, fruit trees, and established blackberry bushes. A new woodshed adds practical storage while complementing the home's inviting island character. With its blend of original charm, modern improvements, and room to garden, relax and enjoy island life, this is a special Peaks Island property that feels equally suited to everyday living and getting away from it all. Professional photos to be added soon.

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

4,791 sq ftLot Size

$648Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Sandra Birkett • EXP Realty

Bought with Thomas {Tom} Landry • Benchmark Real Estate

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•Source:MREIS #1676340

Redfin Estimate

$650,176

$2,176 since sold in October 2026$118K since September

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This home's estimate is 16.3% higher than the average sale price ($559K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$650,000
A
3 beds1 bath1,248 sq ft
35 Strathmore Rd, South Portland, ME 04106
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$285,000
B
2 beds1 bath490 sq ft
48 Meridian St, Portland, ME 04108
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$570,000
C
3 beds1 bath1,328 sq ft
11 Oakland Ave, Portland, ME 04108
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$550,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,200 sq ft
25 Mosher St, South Portland, ME 04106
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$830,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,266 sq ft
59 New Island Ave, Portland, ME 04108
SOLD MAY 18, 2026
$470,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,322 sq ft
35 Jefferson St, South Portland, ME 04106

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Market trends in 04108, ME

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

96.0%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$723K

$63K MoM

Avg. days on market

55d

12 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

New listings for sale

$695,000
2 beds1 bath1,740 sq ft
68 Evergreen Lndg, Portland, ME 04108
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Rental estimate

Est. $1,770 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 16 Sterling St

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MREIS #1676340

Oct 1, 2026

Sold

$648,000

$648/sq ft

Aug 14, 2026

Listed

$648,000

$648/sq ft

MREIS #1309345

Jul 26, 2017

Sold

$260,000

$260/sq ft

May 28, 2017

Listed

$260,000

$260/sq ft

This cute 2 or 3 bedroom home is in the heart of Peaks Island's Village yet away from the bustle. On a double lot, the open floor plan on the first level wraps around the center chimney which has a wood stove making for separate but not distinct spaces. The nice front porch and great fenced side yard (gardens, fire pit) increase the living space in the warmer months while the house stays cozy in the cooler months. It's a short distnce to everything from beaches to the ferry - the library to the school. .

MREIS #1079346

Jan 26, 2013

Listed

$239,000

$239/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2024

$5,186 (+4.2%)

$174,500 + $171,000

$345,500

2023

$4,979 (+5.9%)

$174,500 + $171,000

$345,500

2022

$4,702 (+4.8%)

$174,500 + $171,000

$345,500

2021

$4,488 (−3.0%)

$174,500 + $171,000

$345,500

2020

$4,625

$135,400 + $63,000

$198,400

2019

$4,625 (+3.7%)

$135,400 + $63,000

$198,400

2018

$4,460 (+3.8%)

$135,400 + $63,000

$198,400

2017

$4,295 (+2.6%)

$135,400 + $63,000

$198,400

2016

$4,188 (+2.3%)

$135,400 + $63,000

$198,400

2015

$4,093 (+3.2%)

$135,400 + $63,000

$198,400

2014

$3,968

$135,400 + $63,000

$198,400

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4,356 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

962

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cumberland County

APN

116952

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: No Driveway, 1 - 4 Spaces

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1

Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second

Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second

Room 3 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second

Room 4 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First

Room 5 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First

Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior Entry, Unfinished

Interior Features
# of Rooms: 5
Interior Features: Bathtub, Pantry
Furnished: Unfurnished
Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Accessibility Features: 32 - 36 Inch Doors
Flooring: Wood

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Frame
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,000
Building Area Source: Public Records

Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Porch
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures: Shed(s)

Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1900
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,000

Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $4,791.60
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Lot Size Source: Seller
Lot Features: Neighborhood, Level, Near Public Transit
Zoning: Residential

Waterfront Information
Island: Yes

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $6,641
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Heat Pump

Location

Location Information
Unparsed Address: 16 Sterling Street, Portland, ME 04108
Directions: Peaks Island is accessible by Casco Bay Lines ferry or private water taxi. Once on island take a left onto Island Ave. Sterling Street is the 6th street on the right. 16 Sterling Street is the second house on the left after the library.

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 962
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 116952

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Peaks Island School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

8/10

Deering High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.0mi

2/10

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Historical weather

Portland, ME • 04108

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Dec

Sun exposure

87/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in Portland. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.2 hrs

5.2 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$618,000 – $748,000

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
21 Sterling Street, Portland, ME 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 886 Sq. Ft.	$525,699
26 Sterling Street, Portland, ME 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1278 Sq. Ft.	$634,030

Address	Redfin Estimate
17 Sterling Street, Portland, ME 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1117 Sq. Ft.	$609,513
11 Sterling Street, Portland, ME - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
12 Sterling Street, Portland, ME 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1075 Sq. Ft.	$616,435
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