Location, location, location. .. and a distant water view from the master bedroom! Just a short walk to Baxter Boulevard and Payson Park, this diamond in the rough is perfect for the handyman or contractor looking to build sweat equity in this highly desirable area of more expensive homes! Features include a front to back living room with fireplace, a formal dining room with built in china cabinet, 4 bedrooms, two and a half baths and a screened porch. There is a pine paneled den in the basement, wood floors in most rooms, and an attached garage. Located on a large lot just a few miles from the Old Port and within walking distance to the Back Cove running path, Tipo Restaurant, Montes Fine Foods, Sammy's Scoops and Coveside Coffee Shop. Also within walking distance to Ocean Avenue Elementary School and Cheverus High. Yes, the home needs updating including new kitchen and baths, but is priced well below appraised value so bring your HGTV ideas to make this sweet home your own!
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,981
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
121395
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Jul 8, 2025 • Final
Residential additions (1 and 2 family)
Addition
Mar 29, 2025 • Final
Hvac
HVAC
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
Has Garage
Attached Garage: Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Inside Entrance
Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Attached, Auto Door Opener, Direct Entry to Living
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Features: Built-Ins
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Room 3 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Room 6 Information
Type: Den
Level: Basement
Features: Built-Ins
Room 7 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Wood-Burning Fireplace
Room 8 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Interior, Finished, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 8
Interior Features: Attic, Bathtub, Shower
Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,452
Building Area Source: Appraiser
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Screened
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1952
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,952
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 500
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $13,503.60
Lot Size (Acres): 0.31
Lot Size Source: Appraiser
Lot Features: Level, Near Town, Neighborhood
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: R-3
Waterfront Information
Water Body Name: Peek at Back Cove from bedroom!
Water Body Type: Cove
Water View: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $6,996
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Hot Water, Baseboard
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 52 Pya Road, Portland, ME 04103
Directions: Off Ocean Avenue in Portland near Cheverus High School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,981
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 121395
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 • 2.0mi
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
63% 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
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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
$701,000 – $849,000
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