Known for decades as the O'Brien antique book business, 38 High St. is a rare single family home in the West End Historic District. Originally built in 1820, this beautiful Federal home is cherished by old house lovers because so much of its historic charm has been preserved; gleaming pumpkin pine floors throughout, leaded glass windows, Indian shutters, 6 ornate fireplaces and a large fan above the front entrance. As you pull up the driveway, you'll be pleasantly surprised by the spacious off-street parking and jumbo backyard that's perfect for dog zoomies, growing a bountiful garden, backyard celebrations with good friends, or lounging around in a sun-filled urban oasis. It also offers loads of expansion potential for a savvy investor (buyer should check with city hall first. ). There are two staircases leading up to the second story, which boasts 3 bedrooms including a primary bedroom with walk-in closet, a spacious linen closet across from the full bath, and a large bonus room with water views that's ideal as a 4th bedroom, playspace, home theater or spacious office. Updates include a new electric panel, refinished hardwood floors, beautifully restored windows and freshly-painted interior. The rear section of the house offers loads of storage and a workshop/mud room, however it's unheated and needs renovation so has not been included in homes square footage. This unique home represents urban convenience and true in-town living at its finest ~ steps from the vibrant Old Port waterfront with world-class dining and nightlife, a short stroll to Congress St theaters and boutiques, and minutes from Maine Med and Western Promenade for strolling with the family and catching beautiful sunsets. Check out the video on YouTube by searching for 38 High St. A Pre-Listing Inspection Report is included in the Documents section. Offer deadline of Monday, Nov. 27th with a response by Tues Nov. 28th at 5pm.
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$245Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Erika Ewers• Keller Williams Realty
Bought with Rebecca Kingsley Sewall• Peninsula Real Estate LLC
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Last updated by owner on Nov 11, 2023.
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.