OFF MARKET

Off market jun 2025 for $1.1M

$1,257,982

•

3,418

sq ft

52 Melrose St, Portland, ME 04101

About this home

Back Cove Beauty! This stately 5 bedroom (or 4 bedrooms plus a roomy office), 2.5 bath home located on a corner lot in coveted Back Cove is just steps from Baxter Blvd, vibrant local restaurants & shopping and moments to all that Portland's Old Port has to offer. This wonderful home has been freshly painted throughout and features stunning period details alongside modern conveniences & updates, so you can move right in! The front porch greets you as you enter with a gorgeous entry door featuring a leaded glass surround & a breathtaking storm door which sets the tone for the entire home beautifully. The entry area with drop zone and interior door opens up into the foyer, the spacious front-to-back living room with gas fireplace is perfect for gatherings, both the formal dining room and breakfast room feature plenty of built-in cabinets & shelving, the updated kitchen features a gas stove, island, pantry and plenty of storage, a rear mudroom and 1/2 bath complete the 1st floor layout. Access either the front or back staircase to the 2nd floor, which features 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths including the primary suite. The 3rd floor features another bedroom/office and a large bonus/flex room. In the basement you'll find a partially finished room, built-in work bench and plenty of storage. This home has been impeccably maintained with updated roof, windows and gas boiler. Vehicle storage onsite with a 1.5 car garage and patio for seating and a grill in the rear. The front and side gardens are simply magical and feature a walking path, space for seating, flowering trees, shrubs and perennials providing privacy & beauty in an enchanting oasis in which to commune with nature. Seasonal water views of Back Cove & lovely hardwood floors complete the undeniable appeal of this home.

Single-familyProperty Type

1904Year Built

5,227 sq ftLot Size

$368Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Anne MacLean • Keller Williams Realty

Bought with Linda MacDonald • Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty

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•Source:MREIS #1618552

Redfin Estimate

$1,257,982

$85K since sold in June 2025$15K since October

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This home's estimate is 37.5% higher than the average sale price ($915K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$880,000
A
4 beds2 baths2,798 sq ft
27 Norwood St, Portland, ME 04103
SOLD SEP 3, 2026
$625,000
B
5 beds1.5 baths2,666 sq ft
271 Woodford St, Portland, ME 04103
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$1,025,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,750 sq ft
25 Deblois St, Portland, ME 04103
SOLD APR 17, 2026
$885,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,843 sq ft
534 Stevens Ave, Portland, ME 04103
SOLD OCT 28, 2026
$740,350
E
3 beds2 baths1,408 sq ft
12 Belknap St, Portland, ME 04103
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
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F
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Market trends in 04101, ME

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

98.3%

+0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$645K

$80K MoM

Avg. days on market

80d

16 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

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Sale history for 52 Melrose St

Date

Event

Price

MREIS #1618552

Jun 27, 2025

Sold

$1,172,500

$343/sq ft

May 21, 2025

Price Changed

$1,195,000

$350/sq ft

Apr 9, 2025

Listed

$1,275,000

$373/sq ft

MREIS #1071697

Apr 5, 2013

Sold

$427,500

$125/sq ft

+13

MREIS #1013219

May 12, 2011

Listed

$299,000

$87/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2024

$9,530 (+4.2%)

$144,500 + $490,400

$634,900

2023

$9,149 (+5.9%)

$144,500 + $490,400

$634,900

2022

$8,641 (+4.8%)

$144,500 + $490,400

$634,900

2021

$8,247 (−4.9%)

$144,500 + $490,400

$634,900

2020

$8,674

$138,100 + $234,000

$372,100

2019

$8,674 (+3.7%)

$138,100 + $234,000

$372,100

2018

$8,365 (+3.8%)

$138,100 + $234,000

$372,100

2017

$8,056 (+2.6%)

$138,100 + $234,000

$372,100

2016

$7,855 (+2.3%)

$138,100 + $234,000

$372,100

2015

$7,676 (+3.6%)

$138,100 + $234,000

$372,100

2014

$7,412

$138,100 + $232,500

$370,600

Tax history for 52 Melrose St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2024

$9,530 (+4.2%)

$144,500 + $490,400

$634,900

2023

$9,149 (+5.9%)

$144,500 + $490,400

$634,900

2022

$8,641 (+4.8%)

$144,500 + $490,400

$634,900

2021

$8,247 (−4.9%)

$144,500 + $490,400

$634,900

2020

$8,674

$138,100 + $234,000

$372,100

2019

$8,674 (+3.7%)

$138,100 + $234,000

$372,100

2018

$8,365 (+3.8%)

$138,100 + $234,000

$372,100

2017

$8,056 (+2.6%)

$138,100 + $234,000

$372,100

2016

$7,855 (+2.3%)

$138,100 + $234,000

$372,100

2015

$7,676 (+3.6%)

$138,100 + $234,000

$372,100

2014

$7,412

$138,100 + $232,500

$370,600

*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

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5,663 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,832

Year built

1904

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cumberland County

APN

119342

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1.5
Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Detached
Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Auto Door Opener, Detached

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 2

Room 1 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Gas Fireplace

Room 2 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Features: Built-Ins, Dining Area

Room 3 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Features: Built-Ins

Room 4 Information
Type: Mud Room
Level: First

Room 5 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Second
Features: Closet, Full Bath, Suite

Room 6 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Features: Closet

Room 7 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Features: Closet

Room 8 Information
Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Features: Built-Ins, Closet

Room 9 Information
Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Third
Features: Closet

Room 10 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Features: Eat-In Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry

Room 11 Information
Type: Bonus Room
Level: Third

Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Full, Sump Pump, Doghouse, Unfinished

Interior Features
# of Rooms: 11
Interior Features: Bathtub, Pantry, Shower, Storage, Primary Bedroom w/Bath
Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Upper Level, 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.): 3,418
Building Area Source: Public Records

Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch

Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1904
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 3,418

Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $5,227.20
Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Corner Lot, Level, Sidewalks, Intown, Near Shopping, Neighborhood
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: R3

Waterfront Information
Water Body Name: Back Cove
Water Body Type: Cove, Ocean
Water View: Seasonal

Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: Back Cove

Financial

Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $9,530
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Steam
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Off Heating System

Location

Location Information
Unparsed Address: 52 Melrose Street, Portland, ME 04101
Directions: Baxter Blvd to Vannah, left onto Clifton, right onto Melrose. GPS friendly

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,832
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1904
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 119342

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Ocean Avenue School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

7/10

Lyman Moore Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi

4/10

Deering High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

2/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

62% 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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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 8.4 hours in June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.20M – $1.45M

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Home values near 52 Melrose St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
51 Melrose Street, Portland, ME 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2852 Sq. Ft.	$986,374
41 Melrose Street, Portland, ME 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2062 Sq. Ft.	$1,219,443
59 Woodford Street, Portland, ME 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3465 Sq. Ft.	$721,288
38 Clifton Street, Portland, ME 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1488 Sq. Ft.	$687,379
32 Clifton Street, Portland, ME 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1254 Sq. Ft.	$655,509
38 Clifton Street, Portland, ME 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1488 Sq. Ft.	$824,555
8 Arlington Street, Portland, ME 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2452 Sq. Ft.	$1,072,955

Address	Redfin Estimate
41 Melrose Street, Portland, ME 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2062 Sq. Ft.	$992,756
51 Melrose Street, Portland, ME 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2852 Sq. Ft.	$1,237,411
8 Arlington Street, Portland, ME 6 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2452 Sq. Ft.	$854,783
42 Clifton Street, Portland, ME 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2334 Sq. Ft.	$776,473
12 Arlington Street, Portland, ME 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2272 Sq. Ft.	$1,121,394
42 Clifton Street, Portland, ME 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2334 Sq. Ft.	$923,963
80 Woodford Street, Portland, ME 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1792 Sq. Ft.	$984,646

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51 Melrose Street, Portland, ME 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2852 Sq. Ft.	$1,241,172
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80 Woodford Street, Portland, ME 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1942 Sq. Ft.	$849,067
59 Woodford Street, Portland, ME 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3465 Sq. Ft.	$844,981
32 Clifton Street, Portland, ME 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1254 Sq. Ft.	$741,454
12 Arlington Street, Portland, ME 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2367 Sq. Ft.	$1,254,542

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