Welcome to 4 Fairview Street, a sunny, updated Cape that perfectly balances neighborhood charm with unbeatable convenience. Less than 10 minutes to downtown Portland and just 20 minutes to the beach, this home offers easy access to everything while maintaining a quiet, residential feel. Enjoy nearby Portland trails and Thompson's Point, or hop on public transit right outside your door. Inside, you'll find a cozy living room with a fireplace perfect for winter nights, beautifully refinished hardwood floors, and a thoughtful blend of original character and modern updates. The renovated kitchen features new lower cabinets, butcher block countertops, updated plumbing and electric, and new appliances. The bathroom has been refreshed with new tile, fixtures, and vanity, and both upstairs bedrooms have received stylish updates including vaulted ceilings, new lighting, and fresh paint. Additional improvements include new Pella windows, oil tank, electric hot water heater and a six-foot privacy fence enclosing the sunny side yard. The spacious two-car garage offers loft potential or space to expand, with the side lot offering an exciting ADU possibility. Whether you're biking downtown, relaxing by the fire, or exploring nearby trails, this home offers the best of Portland living—move-in ready, well cared for, and full of opportunity.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
6,534 sq ftLot Size
$531Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Chelsea Locke Carey• Waypoint Brokers Collective
Bought with Malachi Winslow• Keller Williams Realty
In the market for a cozy, sunny cape with a fireplace and 3 bedrooms? This home feels private while being conveniently located in a great neighborhood in Portland and offers a 2-car garage, fenced in front yard, and a spacious sunny side yard. There is a lot of possibility in this gem of home. One bedroom is on the first floor and of the two upstairs, one has a chimney as ''room divider'' and would make a lovely office or craft room. Original hardwood floors throughout. The front door entry way has a small mudroom entering into the living room; the side-entry breezeway connects the 2-car garage with the kitchen. Lots of charm and original details throughout the home. Showings begin on 9/29. Offers Due 10/4 at 6pm.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$5,288 (+4.2%)
$93,600 + $258,700
$352,300
2023
$5,077 (+5.9%)
$93,600 + $258,700
$352,300
2022
$4,795 (+4.8%)
$93,600 + $258,700
$352,300
2021
$4,576 (+3.5%)
$93,600 + $258,700
$352,300
2020
$4,422
$88,100 + $101,600
$189,700
2019
$4,422 (+3.7%)
$88,100 + $101,600
$189,700
2018
$4,264 (+3.8%)
$88,100 + $101,600
$189,700
2017
$4,107 (+2.5%)
$88,100 + $101,600
$189,700
2016
$4,005 (+2.3%)
$88,100 + $101,600
$189,700
2015
$3,914 (+3.2%)
$88,100 + $101,600
$189,700
2014
$3,794
$88,100 + $101,600
$189,700
Tax history for 4 Fairview St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$5,288 (+4.2%)
$93,600 + $258,700
$352,300
2023
$5,077 (+5.9%)
$93,600 + $258,700
$352,300
2022
$4,795 (+4.8%)
$93,600 + $258,700
$352,300
2021
$4,576 (+3.5%)
$93,600 + $258,700
$352,300
2020
$4,422
$88,100 + $101,600
$189,700
2019
$4,422 (+3.7%)
$88,100 + $101,600
$189,700
2018
$4,264 (+3.8%)
$88,100 + $101,600
$189,700
2017
$4,107 (+2.5%)
$88,100 + $101,600
$189,700
2016
$4,005 (+2.3%)
$88,100 + $101,600
$189,700
2015
$3,914 (+3.2%)
$88,100 + $101,600
$189,700
2014
$3,794
$88,100 + $101,600
$189,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,147
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
122740
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Storage Above, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Detached, Off Street
Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Window Features: Double-Pane Windows
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,267
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Porch
Fencing: Fenced
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1948
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,147
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 120
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $6,534
Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level, Sidewalks, Intown, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Suburban, Near Public Transit, Near Railroad
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: R3
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: No
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,288
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Steam, Radiator, Hot Water, Baseboard
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Electric, Tank
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 4 Fairview Street, Portland, ME 04102
Directions: Stevens Ave to Fairview, first house on the left
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,147
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 122740
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Amanda C Rowe School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
4/10
Lincoln Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
Deering High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
2/10
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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
64% 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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Estimated sale price
$640,000 – $775,000
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