Charming East Deering Bungalow with Modern Comforts & Private Outdoor Oasis. This beautifully maintained bungalow offers the perfect blend of classic charm and thoughtful updates. From the inviting front porch to the private backyard and garden, every corner of this home has been cared for and upgraded with love. The basement has been fully vapor-sealed—ready for storage, hobbies, or additional living space. Access to the attic has also been created, offering flexible future potential. Plus with a sweet kitchen renovation, and modern essentials like fiber optic internet and efficient heat pump systems, this home offers everything you need in charm and functionality - completely turnkey. Just blocks from the water, and easy access to Payson Park, trails, and downtown Portland, this home offers both serenity and convenience in a great neighborhood.
Single-familyProperty Type
1918Year Built
4,791 sq ftLot Size
$678Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Nova Tower• Waypoint Brokers Collective
Bought with Kaili Moore• Portside Real Estate Group
Charming craftsman style bungalow with hardwood floors throughout, lots of light and built-ins. Original kitchen cabinets and butcher block countertop can be restored to their vintage charm. Relax on the front porch with side lattice for privacy custom built using Japanese joinery techniques. Two bedrooms and 1 bathroom on the first floor with expansion possibility in the attic. Deck off kitchen gives way to yard with perennial gardens and a grape vine wrapped arbor where you can smell the ocean! Perfect starter home to enjoy all that Portland and the East Deering neighborhood has to offer.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$4,237 (+4.2%)
$65,300 + $217,000
$282,300
2023
$4,068 (+5.9%)
$65,300 + $217,000
$282,300
2022
$3,842 (+4.8%)
$65,300 + $217,000
$282,300
2021
$3,667 (−0.9%)
$65,300 + $217,000
$282,300
2020
$3,699
$65,300 + $93,400
$158,700
2019
$3,699 (+6.7%)
$65,300 + $93,400
$158,700
2018
$3,466 (+3.8%)
$65,300 + $88,900
$154,200
2017
$3,338 (+2.5%)
$65,300 + $88,900
$154,200
2016
$3,255 (+2.3%)
$65,300 + $88,900
$154,200
2015
$3,181 (+3.1%)
$65,300 + $88,900
$154,200
2014
$3,084
$65,300 + $88,900
$154,200
Tax history for 42 Wordsworth St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$4,237 (+4.2%)
$65,300 + $217,000
$282,300
2023
$4,068 (+5.9%)
$65,300 + $217,000
$282,300
2022
$3,842 (+4.8%)
$65,300 + $217,000
$282,300
2021
$3,667 (−0.9%)
$65,300 + $217,000
$282,300
2020
$3,699
$65,300 + $93,400
$158,700
2019
$3,699 (+6.7%)
$65,300 + $93,400
$158,700
2018
$3,466 (+3.8%)
$65,300 + $88,900
$154,200
2017
$3,338 (+2.5%)
$65,300 + $88,900
$154,200
2016
$3,255 (+2.3%)
$65,300 + $88,900
$154,200
2015
$3,181 (+3.1%)
$65,300 + $88,900
$154,200
2014
$3,084
$65,300 + $88,900
$154,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
704
Year built
1918
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
132167
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
R5
Residential
To provide appropriate areas of the city for medium-density residential development characterized by singlefamily, two-family and low-intensity multifamily dwellings on individual lots; to ensure the stability of established medium-density neighborhoods by controlling residential conversions; and to provide for planned residential unit development on substantially-sized parcels.
Mar 16, 2024 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 704
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Patio, Porch
Fencing: Fenced
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1918
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 704
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $4,791.60
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Level, Sidewalks, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Near Public Transit
Zoning: RN3
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,237
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Electric
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 42 Wordsworth Street, Portland, ME 04103
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 704
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1918
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 132167
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Presumpscot School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
Lyman Moore Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
4/10
Casco Bay High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
5/10
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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 87° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
65% 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.4 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$454,000 – $549,000
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