Freshly painted year-round home on Peaks Island Nestled on a tree-lined street, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the perfect mix of comfort and island charm. Enjoy the cozy living room, dine by the glow of the wood fireplace or unwind in the sunroom. Relax on enclosed front porch and sit on the back deck overlooking a spacious fenced yard--ideal for gardening or outdoor fun. Just a 7-minute walk takes you to the car ferry, Centennial Beach, local shops, restaurants, and more. In 10 minutes, you can reach the TEIA sailing and tennis club to fully embrace island life. Recently updated, this home now features heat pumps (5 zones) heating and cooling units, upgraded electrical service, a whole-house generator, and a new first-floor shower and outdoor shower. It also has city water, sewer, and weekly trash service. Only 15 minutes by car ferry from Portland, Peaks Island provides a tranquil retreat, yet remains close to all the city has to offer
Single-familyProperty Type
1915Year Built
5,662 sq ftLot Size
$482Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Ann Filipos• Townsend Real Estate
Bought with Alyce Bauerle• Portside Real Estate Group
Bought with Jill Keefe• Portside Real Estate Group
Est. $2,324 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 31 Elizabeth St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1657820
Jul 20, 2026
Sold
$786,000
$482/sq ft
Apr 15, 2026
Listed
$799,000
$490/sq ft
MREIS #1639139
Oct 26, 2025
Price Changed
$845,000
$518/sq ft
Sep 29, 2025
Listed
$849,000
$521/sq ft
MREIS #1569004
Sep 21, 2023
Sold
$735,000
$451/sq ft
Aug 16, 2023
Listed
$695,000
$426/sq ft
+45
What a special find! Gorgeous, year round Peaks Island bungalow that is only . 4 miles from the ferry terminal! Come experience the true magic that island living offers in this stunning, roomy 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home. With 2nd floor peekaboo water views, conservation land across the street for ultimate tranquility, a large deck, and a nice fenced in backyard, this is a spot many dream of. Sellers have made many updates including installing heat pumps, updating the paint throughout, and extensive updates to the basement with potential for adding more finished square footage. Located in the most convenient location on a quiet road, it's only a 5 minute walk to the beach, or a 7 minute walk to the ferry/grocery store/restaurants. This is an incredibly unique opportunity to own such a beautiful piece of history on one of the most coveted islands in Maine. To view a full video walk through tour, head over to YouTube and type in the property address. Thanks for viewing!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$6,938 (+7.9%)
$135,200 + $327,000
$462,200
2023
$6,433 (+6.4%)
$135,200 + $311,200
$446,400
2022
$6,046 (+4.8%)
$135,200 + $309,000
$444,200
2021
$5,770 (−16.0%)
$135,200 + $309,000
$444,200
2020
$6,865
$160,300 + $134,200
$294,500
2019
$6,865 (+3.7%)
$160,300 + $134,200
$294,500
2018
$6,620 (+3.8%)
$160,300 + $134,200
$294,500
2017
$6,376 (+2.6%)
$160,300 + $134,200
$294,500
2016
$6,217 (+2.3%)
$160,300 + $134,200
$294,500
2015
$6,076 (+3.2%)
$160,300 + $134,200
$294,500
2014
$5,890
$160,300 + $134,200
$294,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,663 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,450
Year built
1915
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
117279
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
IR-2
Island Zone
To provide for a residential neighborhood environment on Portland’s islands in areas with adequate public services. Expansion or extension of IR-2 zoning should be limited, generally focused toward areas adjacent toexisting IR-2 areas, and restricted by such factors as adequacy of access, whether adequate water will be available for private use and for fire protection, whether soils in the area are adequate for subsurface water disposal, or whether public sewers are available. Select nonresidential uses may also be permitted in the IR-2 zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Park & open space
Dec 10, 2025 • Final
Hvac
HVAC
Oct 19, 2024 • Final
Residential alterations (1 and 2 family)
Remodel
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.