OFF MARKET

Off market may 2025 for $1.2M

$1,384,140

•

3,628

sq ft

42 Mellen St, Portland, ME 04101

About this home

Welcome to a prime opportunity for developers, builders, and investors in Portland! This stunning 9-bedroom rooming home boasts immense potential, presenting an exciting prospect for those with vision. Originally crafted by the renowned architect John Calvin Stevens, this home is a testament to fine craftsmanship and timeless design, offering a unique appeal that's sure to captivate discerning buyers. . Situated in the heart of Portland, this property offers the allure of city living with convenient access to amenities, dining, and entertainment options. With its generous layout, this property offers endless possibilities. Previously configured as a 4-unit, there's ample space for condo conversion or a conversion back to a multi-family home. Boasting 9 bedrooms, this property offers plenty of space for comfortable living arrangements. Whether utilized as a rooming house or transformed into luxury condos, there's no shortage of potential for customization. Ascend to the third-floor deck and soak in breathtaking views of the city skyline. Perfect for relaxation or entertaining, this outdoor space adds another layer of allure to the property. .. .Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to make your mark in Portland's thriving real estate market. Whether you're a seasoned developer, ambitious builder, or savvy investor, this property promises a canvas for realizing your vision. Schedule a viewing today and unlock the possibilities that await!

Single-familyProperty Type

1884Year Built

4,791 sq ftLot Size

$382Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Jeffrey Walker • Signature Homes Real Estate Group, LLC

Bought with Melissa Morrill • Maine Home Connection

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:MREIS #1616785

Redfin Estimate

$1,384,140

$169K since sold in May 2025$51K since September

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This home's estimate is 2.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.35M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$1,745,000
A
5 beds4 baths4,104 sq ft
37 Carroll St, Portland, ME 04102
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$1,275,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths3,270 sq ft
62 Bowdoin St, Portland, ME 04102
SOLD AUG 26, 2026
$990,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths2,733 sq ft
259 Spring St, Portland, ME 04102
SOLD SEP 8, 2026
$1,650,000
D
6 beds2.5 baths3,510 sq ft
38 Neal St, Portland, ME 04102
SOLD MAR 14, 2026
$1,000,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths3,025 sq ft
4 Walker St, Portland, ME 04102
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$1,425,000
F
4 beds3 baths3,099 sq ft
29 Park St, Portland, ME 04101

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Market trends in 04101, ME

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

97.7%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$700K

$25K MoM

Avg. days on market

62d

25 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

New listings for sale

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$447,500
1 bed1 bath820 sq ft
150 Middle St Unit 4J, Portland, ME 04101
$375,000
1 bed1 bath623 sq ft
15 Middle St #305, Portland, ME 04101
OPEN TODAY, 10AM TO 11:30AM
$595,000
3 beds2 baths1,382 sq ft
13 Atlantic St #1, Portland, ME 04101
$725,000
2 beds1 bath990 sq ft
45 Cumberland Ave #5, Portland, ME 04101
$1,300,000
5 beds4 baths4,798 sq ft
332 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101
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Sale history for 42 Mellen St

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Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cumberland County

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Last updated by owner on Jun 5, 2024.

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

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Attached Garage: Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Basement, 1 - 4 Spaces, Gravel, On Site, Off Street, Underground
Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Attached, Underground, Basement

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4

Room 1 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First

Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: First

Room 3 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First

Room 4 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: Third

Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Second

Room 6 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: Second

Room 7 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: Second

Room 8 Information
Type: Bedroom 9
Level: Third

Room 9 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: Second

Room 10 Information
Type: Bedroom 8
Level: Third

Room 11 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: First

Room 12 Information
Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second

Room 13 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: First

Room 14 Information
Type: Bedroom 7
Level: Third

Room 15 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: Third

Room 16 Information
Type: Bedroom 6
Level: Second

Basement Information
Basement Entry: Walk-Out Access, Full, Unfinished

Interior Features
# of Rooms: 16
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Other Equipment: Cable

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Asbestos, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 3,628
Building Area Source: Public Records

Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Porch

Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1884
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 3,628
Levels: Multi-Level

Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $4,791.60
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Corner Lot, Sidewalks, Intown, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Near Public Transit
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: R6

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $12,292
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Direct Vent Heater
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Gas, Separate Booster, Tank

Location

School Information
High School District: Portland Public Schools

Location Information
Unparsed Address: 42 Mellen Street, Portland, ME 04101
Directions: Park Avenue or Congress Street to Mellen Street. On the corner of Cumberland Avenue.

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: —

Home facts updated by county records on Jun 5, 2024

Around this home

Schools

Howard C Reiche Community School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

3/10

Deering High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

2/10

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Lifestyle

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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

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

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Historical weather

Portland, ME • 04101

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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.

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Estimated sale price

$1.32M – $1.59M

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Home values near 42 Mellen St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
56 Mellen St, Portland, ME 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 1956 Sq. Ft.	$779,900
538 Cumberland Ave, Portland, ME 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2182 Sq. Ft.	$1,110,707

Address	Redfin Estimate
536 Cumberland Ave, Portland, ME 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2473 Sq. Ft.	—
531 Cumberland Ave, Portland, ME 14 Beds \| 12 Baths \| 7720 Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
523 Cumberland Ave, Portland, ME 6 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 6208 Sq. Ft.	—
534 Cumberland Ave, Portland, ME 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2634 Sq. Ft.	$849,444

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