Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a single-level ranch of exceptional quality in one of Portland's most desirable neighborhoods. Some homes simply feel right the moment you arrive. This is one of them. Lovingly maintained and built to a standard that's increasingly hard to find, this turnkey home is ideally set on nearly a quarter-acre lot at the end of a quiet dead-end street in sought-after North Deering. Offering the perfect balance of privacy and convenience, the home features two bedrooms, one full bath, a welcoming fireplace, cozy wood stove, an attached two-car garage, a spacious deck, and a beautifully landscaped backyard designed for relaxing or entertaining. The location is every bit as impressive. Just minutes to I-95, West Falmouth Village, North Deering's grocery stores, restaurants, and cafés, and only about seven minutes to downtown Portland. Outdoor enthusiasts will love being just moments from the Portland Trails network and the Presumpscot River Trail system, offering miles of scenic walking, hiking, biking, and year-round recreation right outside your door. Whether you're looking for your first home, downsizing, or searching for the ideal low-maintenance alternative to condo living, this property checks every box. Lock it, leave it, and travel with confidence, making it equally perfect as a year-round residence or for those who spend part of the year away. Perhaps most compelling is the value. Offered at just $499,000, this home represents one of the best opportunities in Portland. Quality. Location. Convenience. Price. Opportunities like this are rare and don't last long.
Single-familyProperty Type
1958Year Built
9,583 sq ftLot Size
$475Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Thomas {Tom} Landry• Benchmark Real Estate
North Deering, located between Back Cove and Presumpscot River, is a residential and wooded Portland neighborhood with broad conservation land and low-slung mid-century streetscapes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Allen Avenue corridor near the Pine Tree Shopping Center, where everyday errands cluster beside a steady flow of local traffic. Ranches and split-levels mix with newer infill, while long tree lines and stone walls keep the pace quiet. Evergreen Cemetery reads like a landscaped park, and the Presumpscot River Trail adds a nature-forward routine. Community touchstones include the Portland Trails network, Riverside Golf Course, and the historic grounds of Evergreen Cemetery.
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Market insights
20 Caron St · $499,000
DAYS ON MARKET
25 days
The average home goes pending in 35 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.8%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$499,000
Median sale price in this area is $608,005. (22% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
23% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
One-floor living
First-floor bedroom
Bathtub
Storage
Finished and unfinished full basement with interior entry
Double-pane windows
Cable and internet access available
Two wood-burning fireplaces
Total of 6 rooms
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on the first floor with closet
Second bedroom on the first floor with closet
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Eat-in kitchen
Electric range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Disposal
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Dryer
Water heater off heating system
Flooring
Hardwood
Wood
Tile
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Hot water heating
Zoned heating
Electric service with circuit breakers
Exterior features
Deck
Patio
Fenced yard
Interior lot in a neighborhood setting
Near golf course, public beach, shopping, turnpike/interstate, town amenities, public transit and railroad
Located on a cul-de-sac; level terrain; paved road
Home design
Single family residence
Built in 1958
Parking
Attached 2-car garage with automatic door opener and inside entrance
Paved on-site parking with 5–10 spaces; off-street parking available
Construction
Masonry, wood frame and brick construction
Block foundation
Pitched shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Utilities are on
HOA & community
No pet restrictions
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
To provide for low-density residential development characterized by single-family homes on individual lots in outlying areas of the city and along traffic corridors with limited additional traffic capacity.
Dec 4, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Install a roof-mounted solar photovoltaic system. The project includes the installation of solar modules and microinverters.
Electrical
Dec 4, 2025 • Final
Residential alterations (1 and 2 family)
Install a roof-mounted solar photovoltaic system. The project includes the installation of solar modules and microinverters.
Remodel
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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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Historical weather
Portland, ME • 04103
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 6% for direct sun exposure in Portland. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 20 Caron St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $415,000 and $510,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $415K to $510K.