This West End home updated with a fresh exterior paint and finishes is walking distance to Maine Medical Center, restaurants, and coffee shops, this property is located in amazing section of the West End. Check out the R-6 ordinance for the different possibilities for this West End home.
An amazing location in the West End and 2,081 square feet makes this property a solid opportunity for investors. Rehab this house as a single family and it may be possible to create additional parking spaces in the side yard and finish the basement. Natural gas is on site. There are many transit options nearby including the Portland Jetport, Amtrak, Concord Coach, Greyhound, and Metro Bus. Some home based business are allowed in the R-6 zone. The property is located in a historic district. The location is within short walking distance of Maine Medical Center, Mercy Hospital, and Congress Street Arts District. Walk to the West End restaurants, coffee shops, bars, boutiques, and bakeries. Schedule a showing and bring your contractor. Being sold ''as-is where is. ''
MREIS #1279518
Aug 19, 2016
Listed
$339,000
$163/sq ft
MREIS #749611
Jun 7, 2005
Listed
$303,000
$146/sq ft
MREIS #730072
Dec 9, 2004
Listed
$429,000
$206/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$8,496 (+8.7%)
$248,700 + $317,300
$566,000
2023
$7,813 (+21.3%)
$248,700 + $293,500
$542,200
2022
$6,440 (+21.1%)
$248,700 + $224,500
$473,200
2021
$5,317 (−2.1%)
$248,700 + $160,600
$409,300
2020
$5,431
$111,400 + $121,600
$233,000
2019
$5,431 (+3.7%)
$111,400 + $121,600
$233,000
2018
$5,238 (+3.8%)
$111,400 + $121,600
$233,000
2017
$5,044 (+2.5%)
$111,400 + $121,600
$233,000
2016
$4,919 (+2.3%)
$111,400 + $121,600
$233,000
2015
$4,807 (+3.2%)
$111,400 + $121,600
$233,000
2014
$4,660
$111,400 + $121,600
$233,000
Tax history for 263 Brackett St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$8,496 (+8.7%)
$248,700 + $317,300
$566,000
2023
$7,813 (+21.3%)
$248,700 + $293,500
$542,200
2022
$6,440 (+21.1%)
$248,700 + $224,500
$473,200
2021
$5,317 (−2.1%)
$248,700 + $160,600
$409,300
2020
$5,431
$111,400 + $121,600
$233,000
2019
$5,431 (+3.7%)
$111,400 + $121,600
$233,000
2018
$5,238 (+3.8%)
$111,400 + $121,600
$233,000
2017
$5,044 (+2.5%)
$111,400 + $121,600
$233,000
2016
$4,919 (+2.3%)
$111,400 + $121,600
$233,000
2015
$4,807 (+3.2%)
$111,400 + $121,600
$233,000
2014
$4,660
$111,400 + $121,600
$233,000
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,049 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,081
Year built
1800
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
114331
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
Jul 29, 2024 • Final
Residential alterations (1 and 2 family)
Change the use of the building to a two-family residence by converting a library and parlor room into a kitchen. Install kitchen appliances and a countertop cabinet system.
Kitchen
Remodel
Jan 19, 2022 • Final
Plumbing
Bathroom
Kitchen
Plumbing
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 9
Flooring: Wood
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
Roof: Membrane, Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,081
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1850
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,081
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $3,049.20
Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Level, Historic District, Intown, Neighborhood
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: R-6
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,431
Tax Year: 2019
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Steam
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 263 Brackett Street, Portland, ME 04102
Directions: Congress Street to Neal Street. Turn Left on to Brackett Street.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,081
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,049 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1800
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 114331
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Howard C Reiche Community School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
Deering High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
2/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
5/10 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Portland, ME • 04102
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
30
17
33
16
44
29
53
37
63
48
75
58
81
63
78
59
72
54
61
45
50
34
35
21
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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.
8.5 hrs
4.3 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$666,000 – $806,000
Reach more buyers when you sell with Redfin. Save up to $7,005 in fees.3 minutes to get started.
Get a free, detailed breakdown of how we calculated your estimate.