A great opportunity awaits in North Deering! This cape-style home offers character, location, and an amazing backyard in a single package. The home is walking distance to Pine Grove Park, and a short drive to a number of amenities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
10,018 sq ftLot Size
$337Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Brett Kelly• Signature Homes Real Estate Group, LLC
Listed by Amanda Tanguay• Signature Homes Real Estate Group, LLC
Est. $1,308 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 42 Sumac St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1661383
Jul 6, 2026
Sold
$529,900
$337/sq ft
May 27, 2026
Sold
$529,900
$337/sq ft
May 15, 2026
Listed
$529,900
$337/sq ft
May 13, 2026
Listed
$529,900
$337/sq ft
MREIS #1509139
Oct 22, 2021
Sold
$422,500
$269/sq ft
Sep 16, 2021
Listed
$365,000
$232/sq ft
+35
Don't miss out on the chance to own in a fantastic North Deering neighborhood! This bright and charming home boasts of tons of natural light, lots of character, and a large private yard! It is within walking distance to Oak Nuts Park, the Presumpscot River, as well as Harrison Lyseth Elementary school/Lyman Moore Middle School. The finished bonus space in the basement would make the perfect place for a play or hobby room. Wood & propane burning stoves provide an excellent source of alternate heat.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$5,090 (+4.2%)
$81,000 + $258,100
$339,100
2023
$4,886 (+5.9%)
$81,000 + $258,100
$339,100
2022
$4,615 (+4.8%)
$81,000 + $258,100
$339,100
2021
$4,405
$81,000 + $258,100
$339,100
2020
$4,408
$86,000 + $103,100
$189,100
2019
$4,408 (+3.7%)
$86,000 + $103,100
$189,100
2018
$4,251 (+3.8%)
$86,000 + $103,100
$189,100
2017
$4,094 (+2.6%)
$86,000 + $103,100
$189,100
2016
$3,992 (+2.3%)
$86,000 + $103,100
$189,100
2015
$3,901 (+3.1%)
$86,000 + $103,100
$189,100
2014
$3,782
$86,000 + $103,100
$189,100
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,019 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,249
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
129783
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
R2
Residential
To provide for low-density residential development characterized by single-family homes on individual lots in outlying areas of the city and along traffic corridors with limited additional traffic capacity.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Attached Garage: Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Paved, 1 - 4 Spaces
Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Attached, Auto Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room 1 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Family Room
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Room 6 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 7 Information
Type: Bonus Room
Level: Basement
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior Entry, Finished, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom
Furnished: Unfurnished
Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Wood Siding
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,573
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1950
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,249
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 324
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $10,018.80
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Level
Zoning: R2
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,489
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 42 Sumac Street, Portland, ME 04103
Directions: Summit Street to Sumac, home on left, look for sign
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,249
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 129783
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Harrison Lyseth Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
7/10
Lyman Moore Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
4/10
Casco Bay High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
5/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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
60% 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 • 04103
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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37
64
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64
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72
54
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43
49
33
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20
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Feb
Mar
Apr
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Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Dec
Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Portland. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$560,000 – $678,000
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