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)
30
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44
28
53
37
64
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80
64
78
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72
54
62
43
49
33
35
20
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
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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