A gracious original entry, framed by carved decorative panels, opens to a private hall illuminated by a spectacular starburst stained-glass door and two geometric stained-glass windows. Throughout the main living floor, original architectural details—including an ornate mantel and distinctive tilework—provide a rich counterpoint to contemporary cabinetry, lighting, and finishes. The open living and dining spaces are filled with natural light from generous windows, creating an inviting setting for both everyday living and entertaining. The thoughtfully designed kitchen offers abundant storage, a pantry, and access to the rear stairwell, where additional storage is tucked discreetly away. A bay-windowed office, full bath with soaking tub, and two bedrooms complete this level, including one particularly charming bedroom with its own bay window. The third floor offers an entirely different experience: a private retreat nestled among the treetops. A door opens to a secluded deck with panoramic views across the surrounding neighborhood, while a comfortable sitting room—equally suited to music, reading, or quiet conversation—leads to the expansive primary suite. Generously proportioned and serene, the suite includes space for a reading area, oversized open closets, and a spa-like bath. A dedicated laundry area adds to the ease of everyday living. Additional storage is located in the basement, while the property's two-car garage is exclusively deeded to this unit. With its architectural pedigree, beautifully preserved original details, generous scale, and sophisticated updates, this is a rare opportunity to own a significant piece of Portland's architectural history in one of the city's most enduring neighborhoods.
Western Promenade, located between the West End and Parkside, is a historic and residential Portland neighborhood with a bluff-top park and sweeping harbor-and-mountain views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along the Western Promenade itself, where the tree-lined promenade meets the overlook and walkers, runners, and dog-leash strolls set the daily rhythm. Brick and clapboard Victorians, stately apartment buildings, and pocket gardens define the streetscape. The Portland Museum of Art and the Maine College of Art & Design add a gallery-and-studio current nearby. At the International Cryptozoology Museum, curiosity becomes a local pastime. Deering Oaks Park and the Arts District keep the calendar full without changing the quiet tone.
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Offer insights
187 Vaughan St #2 · $1,395,000
$1.4M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.4M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
15 days
The average home goes pending in 58 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.7%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Bathtub and separate shower
Pantry
Storage
Walk-in closet(s)
Primary bedroom with private bath
Cable and internet access available
11 total rooms
Full, unfinished basement with exterior entry, bulkhead and doghouse
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on second floor with built-ins, full bath, suite and walk-in closet
Two additional first-floor bedrooms each with closets
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
Kitchen
Kitchen with island and pantry
Gas range
Microwave
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Laundry located on upper level
Tankless water heater
Flooring
Wood flooring
Tile flooring
Heating & cooling
Baseboard hot water heating
Zoned heating
Circuit breaker electrical
Fireplace
One wood-burning fireplace
Exterior features
Deck
Fenced yard
Located in a historic district near golf course, public beach, shopping, turnpike/interstate, town and public transit
Level lot with sidewalks; paved road
Home design
Condominium in a townhouse-style building
Built in 1888
Two-unit building
Located in the West End neighborhood
Parking
Detached tandem garage with space for 2 cars
On-site paved parking; common access
Construction
Masonry/brick construction
Stone and brick/mortar foundation
Slate roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Circuit breakers
Tankless water heater
HOA & community
Has association with a $700 monthly fee
Pets allowed with other restrictions
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Beautifully restored, one of a kind John Calvin Stevens designed West End townhouse. The William Burrowes House built in 1888, offers spectacular original woodwork and period details including stained glass windows. The main level offers a bright and light living room with fireplace and built-ins, dining room, 2 bedrooms and an office, all with wood floors and high ceilings throughout. Beautiful kitchen with granite countertops, gas range and walk-in pantry. Large back entry mudroom with generous storage. 2nd level offers Architect designed primary suite which includes a study, walk-in closet, luxurious bath, office, and outside deck. Designated 2nd floor laundry room. Property includes rare brick 2 car garage. Efficient multi zoned gas heat and lots of storage. One of Portland's distinguished and historical neighborhoods. Conveniently located within walking distance to renowned restaurants, local shops and cafes, and all that downtown Portland has to offer.
MREIS #1486059
May 21, 2021
Sold
$1,200,000
$383/sq ft
Mar 31, 2021
Listed
$1,095,000
$349/sq ft
+46
Beautifully restored, one of a kind John Calvin Stevens designed West End townhouse. The William Burrowes House built in 1888, offers spectacular original woodwork and period details including stained glass windows. The main level offers a bright and light living room with fireplace and built-ins, dining room, 2 bedrooms and an office with wood floors and high ceilings throughout. Beautiful kitchen with granite countertops, gas range and walk-in pantry. Large back entry mudroom with generous storage. Architect designed master suite which includes a study, workout room, walk-in closet, luxurious bath, and outside deck. Designated 2nd floor laundry room and rare brick 2 car garage. Efficient gas heat and lots of storage. One of Portland's distinguished and historical neighborhoods. Conveniently located within walking distance to renowned restaurants, local shops and cafes, and all that downtown Portland has to offer.
MREIS #787448
Mar 29, 2006
Listed
$599,000
$191/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$14,459 (+4.2%)
$192,660 + $770,640
$963,300
2023
$13,881 (+5.9%)
$192,660 + $770,640
$963,300
2022
$13,111 (+4.8%)
$192,660 + $770,640
$963,300
2021
$12,513 (+34.8%)
$192,660 + $770,640
$963,300
2020
$9,284
$79,700 + $318,600
$398,300
2019
$9,284 (+3.7%)
$79,700 + $318,600
$398,300
2018
$8,954 (+3.8%)
$79,700 + $318,600
$398,300
2017
$8,623 (+2.6%)
$79,700 + $318,600
$398,300
2016
$8,408 (+2.3%)
$79,700 + $318,600
$398,300
2015
$8,217 (+3.2%)
$79,700 + $318,600
$398,300
2014
$7,966
$79,700 + $318,600
$398,300
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,136
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,136
Year built
1888
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Cumberland County
APN
658654
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
R6
Residential
To set aside areas on the peninsula for housing characterized primarily by multi-family dwellings at a high density providing a wide range of housing for differing types of households; to conserve the existing housing stock and residential character of neighborhoods by controlling the scale and external impacts of professional offices and other nonresidential uses; and to encourage new housing development consistent with the compact lot development pattern typically found on the peninsula.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Bed & breakfast
Lodging & hospitality-Other
Cemetery
Park & open space
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, 18 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
64% 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 8.5 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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Redfin Estimate for 187 Vaughan St #2
$1,393,424
$1,576 under list price of $1.40M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $310K to $1.4M.