Rare opportunity in one of Portland's most desirable neighborhoods. 56 Brookside Road offers an ideal blend of space, location and outdoor living just steps from Payson Park and the waterfront views of Back Cove Trail perfect for running biking and dog walking. This spacious residence with a flowing layout features 5 bedrooms 3 full and 2 half baths offering flexibility for a variety of living arrangements including potential for multi generational living. The home also includes a first floor library ideal for a home office or quiet retreat and a finished basement. Heat pumps with ducted systems on the second floor for year round comfort along with a wood burning stove. Enjoy a peaceful setting on a tree lined dead end street in Back Cove with the Longfellow Arboretum and Payson Park directly out your back door. Situated on a quiet street the 0.36 acre property's standout feature is its exceptional location. The fenced in backyard sanctuary opens directly onto the 48 acres of Payson Park with its tennis and basketball courts disc golf course and playground and features a variety of fruit trees too many to name adding to the charm and usability of the outdoor space. Just minutes from Portland's Old Port and world renowned dining scene this is a property with real upside in a location that buyers continue to prioritize.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
$224Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jonathon Stinson• Keller Williams Realty
Bought with Amy Meader• Harborview Properties, Inc.
Est. $2,076 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 56 Brookside Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MREIS #1655890
May 8, 2026
Sold
$970,000
$224/sq ft
Mar 31, 2026
Listed
$945,000
$219/sq ft
MREIS #1414966
Aug 9, 2019
Sold
$630,000
$146/sq ft
Jun 11, 2019
Price Changed
$665,000
$154/sq ft
May 17, 2019
Listed
$699,900
$162/sq ft
+56
PRIME PORTLAND PROPERTY WITH PRIVATE BACK YARD THAT HAS A SANCTUARY FEEL WITH NATURAL GARDENS THAT ABUT PAYSON PARK, ALL BY BAXTER BOULEVARD, SUPERB LOCATION, GRACIOUSLY SPACIOUS WITH LARGE ROOMS AND FLOWING LAYOUT, 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE, TONS OF STORAGE, A TRUE GEM. .. .. .. .. RARE FIND!
MREIS #713122
Jul 12, 2004
Listed
$439,000
$102/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$10,273 (+4.2%)
$184,000 + $500,400
$684,400
2023
$9,862 (+5.9%)
$184,000 + $500,400
$684,400
2022
$9,315 (+4.8%)
$184,000 + $500,400
$684,400
2021
$8,890 (+5.6%)
$184,000 + $500,400
$684,400
2020
$8,420
$149,100 + $212,100
$361,200
2019
$8,420 (+3.7%)
$149,100 + $212,100
$361,200
2018
$8,120 (+3.8%)
$149,100 + $212,100
$361,200
2017
$7,820 (+2.6%)
$149,100 + $212,100
$361,200
2016
$7,625 (+2.3%)
$149,100 + $212,100
$361,200
2015
$7,452 (+3.2%)
$149,100 + $212,100
$361,200
2014
$7,224
$149,100 + $212,100
$361,200
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.36 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,702
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
121418
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Attached Garage: Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Auto Door Opener, Paved, Inside Entrance, 5 - 10 Spaces, Off Street, On Site
Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Attached, Auto Door Opener, Direct Entry to Living
Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 4,324
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1955
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 2,976
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,348
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $15,681.60
Lot Size (Acres): 0.36
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Near Golf Course, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Near Town, Neighborhood, Near Railroad
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: R3
Waterfront Information
Water Body Name: Back Cove
Water Body Type: Cove
Water View: Seasonal
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $11,014
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Wood Stove, Zoned
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Utilities On
Utilities On: Yes
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Heat Pump
Location
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 56 Brookside Road, Portland, ME 04103
Directions: GPS friendly
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,702
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.36 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 121418
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
44/100 Car-Dependent33/100 Some transit62/100 Bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Ocean Avenue School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Lyman Moore Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
4/10
Portland High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
4/10
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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 88° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
66% 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
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.1 hrs
6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.25M – $1.51M
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