Fall in love with this amazing 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home with an unbeatable Portland location! Minutes away from Payson Park's sports fields, ice rink and tennis courts. Nearby Back Cove trail is perfect to run or walk the dog. Local coffee shops and restaurants are a short walk away and the bustling downtown Portland scene is a quick drive across the bridge. This home is made for entertaining, a large backyard with a covered porch for bbq's, large kitchen and dining area that leads to one of the two downstairs living rooms. Utilize the second living room as a workout space or an at home office. Three bedrooms and full bath with tile shower and glass door round out the upstairs. This home is not to be missed! Join us at the open house Sat 10/9 from 12-2
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$318Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Derek Goff Joseph Tomazin• Bean Group
Bought with Erin Oldham Susan Kendeigh• Portside Real Estate Group
OPEN HOUSE - 2/9/2020 from 11-12:30pm Come check out this wonderful house full of charm and updates. Nestled close to the Baxter Blvd and parks with easy walks to several restaurants, schools and area amenities. Out front you will notice 2 driveways on either side for plenty of parking. New vinyl siding was recently installed. Outback is a large yard with a porch, brick patio, fire pit, swing set and two sheds. The first floor boasts a nice large kitchen and dining area, two living spaces and a half bath. The entire interior of the house was recently repainted and the hardwood floors were all refinished as well. The second floor has 3 nice bedrooms and an updated full bath with a custom tile shower. In the basement, there is another large finished living area. A new natural gas boiler piped in from the street was installed in 2018. This is a beautiful home in a great Portland neighborhood that won't last long!
MREIS #1241507
Feb 1, 2016
Sold
$244,000
$128/sq ft
Nov 23, 2015
Price Changed
$259,000
$136/sq ft
Nov 11, 2015
Price Changed
$269,000
$142/sq ft
Nov 1, 2015
Price Changed
$279,000
$147/sq ft
Oct 20, 2015
Listed
$285,000
$150/sq ft
+19
Sun filled 3 bed room, 1.5 bath home in the Back Cove neighborhood. The kitchen features custom cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. The formal living room features a wood burning fireplace. The family room has cathedral ceilings and sky lights. Enjoy a private fenced in yard with a deck and patio off the dining room. Hardwood floors throughout. Convenient to all that Portland has to offer!
MREIS #1135515
May 19, 2014
Listed
$279,000
$147/sq ft
MREIS #882291
Mar 5, 2008
Listed
$254,900
$134/sq ft
MREIS #871702
Nov 6, 2007
Listed
$274,500
$144/sq ft
MREIS #854210
Jul 2, 2007
Listed
$259,500
$137/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$6,066 (+4.2%)
$72,000 + $332,100
$404,100
2023
$5,823 (+5.9%)
$72,000 + $332,100
$404,100
2022
$5,500 (+4.8%)
$72,000 + $332,100
$404,100
2021
$5,249 (+13.4%)
$72,000 + $332,100
$404,100
2020
$4,627
$72,600 + $125,900
$198,500
2019
$4,627 (+3.7%)
$72,600 + $125,900
$198,500
2018
$4,462 (+3.8%)
$72,600 + $125,900
$198,500
2017
$4,298 (+2.6%)
$72,600 + $125,900
$198,500
2016
$4,190 (+2.3%)
$72,600 + $125,900
$198,500
2015
$4,095 (+3.1%)
$72,600 + $125,900
$198,500
2014
$3,970
$72,600 + $125,900
$198,500
Tax history for 45 Read St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$6,066 (+4.2%)
$72,000 + $332,100
$404,100
2023
$5,823 (+5.9%)
$72,000 + $332,100
$404,100
2022
$5,500 (+4.8%)
$72,000 + $332,100
$404,100
2021
$5,249 (+13.4%)
$72,000 + $332,100
$404,100
2020
$4,627
$72,600 + $125,900
$198,500
2019
$4,627 (+3.7%)
$72,600 + $125,900
$198,500
2018
$4,462 (+3.8%)
$72,600 + $125,900
$198,500
2017
$4,298 (+2.6%)
$72,600 + $125,900
$198,500
2016
$4,190 (+2.3%)
$72,600 + $125,900
$198,500
2015
$4,095 (+3.1%)
$72,600 + $125,900
$198,500
2014
$3,970
$72,600 + $125,900
$198,500
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,564
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
121284
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Jul 1, 2025 • Final
Residential alterations (1 and 2 family)
Remodel
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room 1 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Room 2 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Exercise Room
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Room 6 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 7 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Interior Features: Shower
Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,900
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Porch
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1960
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,564
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 336
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $11,325.60
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Open, Level, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Suburban
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: R3
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,627
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Hot Water, Direct Vent Furnace, Baseboard
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Gas, On Demand, Tankless
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 45 Read Street, Portland, ME 04103
Directions: Ocean Avenue to Read Street to #45
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,564
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 121284
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Ocean Avenue School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
7/10
Lyman Moore Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
4/10
Deering High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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
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
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Portland, ME • 04103
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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
$575,000 – $696,000
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