Imagine coming home to your very own Peaks Island retreat with spectacular unobstructed ocean views of the seashore, islands and mainland This back-shore year round Peaks Island home is surrounded by the privacy of wide open nature and protected shorefront, yet only a 15 minute boat ride from all Portland has to offer. Starting with the glow of the morning sunrise and ending with the evening colors of the sunset, this open floor plan home takes optimal advantage of the wide views. Bright rooms with freshly sanded wide pine floors and whitewashed walls encourage open entertaining/living. The kitchen/dining/living area is complete with a retro Malm Imperial freestanding fireplace that brings firelight on those chilly evenings. Continuing with the views, through the French doors is a sunlight filled vaulted-ceiling bonus room just waiting for your style of living. Outside, a spacious deck looking across the beautiful gardens and waterfront offer more room to spread out, and a large stone patio behind the house offers privacy and nature. This is truly a home for connecting with the outside. And finally. .. a heated unfinished level lower with its own entrances and plenty of space could offer room for possible expansion, or a guest unit, a fun game room, your call! Come take a look and imagine yourself surrounded by the beauty of this private island home.
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, Bathtub, One-Floor Living
Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
Other Equipment: Other Equipment
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: 1st Floor Laundry, Main Level
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,392
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1936
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,392
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $32,670
Lot Size (Acres): 0.75
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Wooded, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Town, Near Public Transit
Zoning: IR1
Waterfront Information
Island: Yes
Water Body Name: Atlantic Ocean, Casco Bay
Water Body Type: Harbor, Ocean
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $9,394
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Stove, Direct Vent Heater, Baseboard
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Septic Tank, Septic Design Available
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Well, Public
Water Heater: Electric
Location
School Information
High School District: Portland Public Schools
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 252 Seashore Avenue, Portland, ME 04108
Directions: Casco Bay Lines to Peaks Island. Up hill on Welch Street. Right on Island Avenue; go up around corner to Seashore. Right on Seashore, go . 4 miles to house on left. Sign out front.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,392
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.75 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 116892
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Peaks Island School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
Deering High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.7mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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Historical weather
Portland, ME • 04108
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 7% for direct sun exposure in Portland. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$964,000 – $1.17M
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