Ideally located in Portland's highly desirable Back Cove neighborhood, this special home offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience. Inside, character abounds with beautiful hardwood floors, wonderful built ins and an abundance of natural light. The expansive family room is perfect for entertaining, while the spacious front to back living room with an adjoining office offers flexibility for everyday living. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and a full bathroom, while the finished lower level provides additional space to gather, work or unwind, along with a second full bathroom. GE Café appliances, heat pumps, a new roof, a private lot and a detached two car garage add comfort and convenience. Enjoy being just minutes from Payson Park, Back Cove, local restaurants and more, or relax on the private back porch overlooking the private backyard. Offering a rare combination of space, character and an incredible location, this home is not to be missed!
Single-familyProperty Type
1937Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$318Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Chelsea Locke Carey• Waypoint Brokers Collective
Back Cove, located between the Back Cove shoreline and I-295, is a residential and waterfront Portland neighborhood with a 3.6-mile trail loop and broad bay views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Forest Avenue near Woodford Street, where corner markets, coffee counters, and long-running local eateries set a steady, everyday rhythm. Triple Espresso anchors the caffeine routine, while Woodford Food & Beverage and The Great Lost Bear serve as familiar gathering rooms. Housing leans toward early-20th-century capes and colonials, with pockets of mid-century apartments. The Back Cove Trail frames morning runs, stroller walks, and sunset laps. Tree-lined blocks meet working streets, giving the area a practical, lived-in feel.
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Market insights
52 Wellwood Rd · $775,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 35 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.8%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$775,000
Median sale price in this area is $608,005. (22% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
23% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Bathtub and shower
Walk-in closet(s)
Internet access available
Finished full basement with interior entry and sump pump
One fireplace
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on second level with closet and walk-in closet
Additional bedroom on second level with closet
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
Kitchen
Electric range
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Flooring
Wood
Tile
Vinyl
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Heat pump (also provides cooling)
Hot water heating
Zoned heating
Wood stove
Exterior features
Deck
Patio
Level, wooded lot in town close to shopping and neighborhood amenities
Paved road access
Home design
Single family residence
Multi-level
Built in 1937
Parking
Detached 2-car garage
Additional paved on-site parking for 5–10 vehicles
Construction
Wood frame with vinyl siding
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electric service with circuit breakers
Water heater off heating system
Utilities currently on
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Incredible Back Cove location. Close to everything. Walk to Payson Park, Back Cove, restaurants and more or relax on your private back porch and yard. Host large events or small intimate gatherings in the expansive family room, spacious living room with side office or game room in the lower level. Character abounds throughout this unique home. Great light and wonderful built ins. This home offers an ideal lifestyle of peace and quiet, proximity to everything and easy access to all that Portland's vibrant peninsula has to offer. No showings until Sunday 6/3, 10-12.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2018
$5,766 (+3.8%)
$71,500 + $185,000
$256,500
2017
$5,553 (+2.5%)
$71,500 + $185,000
$256,500
2016
$5,415 (+2.3%)
$71,500 + $185,000
$256,500
2015
$5,292 (+3.2%)
$71,500 + $185,000
$256,500
2014
$5,130
$71,500 + $185,000
$256,500
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,001 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,043
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,043
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
121238
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jan 28, 2023.
Jan 22, 2024 • Final
Residential alterations (1 and 2 family)
Remodel
Jan 22, 2024 • Final
Plumbing
Remove the existing plumbing trap and install a new sink within the existing space. No relocation of fixtures is included.
Plumbing
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.
Historical weather
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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.4 hrs
4.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 52 Wellwood Rd
$775,841
$841 over list price of $775K
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