Delight in the perfect blend of classic charm and modern updates at 6 Grasmere Road, just two blocks from Portland's scenic Back Cove. This thoughtfully updated 1929 4-square home offers timeless character elevated by contemporary comforts, making this an easy and inviting move. Enter the glassed-in porch/mudroom and into an elegant kitchen featuring custom inset cabinetry, marble countertops, and a distinctive marble sink overlooking the expansive backyard. The adjacent dining room, adorned with stylish wallpaper, flows seamlessly into the kitchen and living room and offers direct access to a large back deck—ideal relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs are four bright bedrooms, all newly equipped with ducted heat pumps for year-round comfort. The full bathroom is beautifully updated with playful wallpaper and classic marble hex tile. Additional highlights include: energy-saving spray foam insulation, spacious deck and fully fenced backyard, raised garden beds and a coveted detached 1-car garage. All within walking distance to downtown Portland's shops, restaurants, and waterfront trails! Make this Back Cove beauty home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
4,791 sq ftLot Size
$474Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by James {Jed} Rathband• Keller Williams Realty
Listed by Isa Rathband• Keller Williams Realty
Bought with Derek Goff Joseph Tomazin• Signature Homes Real Estate Group, LLC
Start your morning with a walk along Back Cove, just one block from this four bedroom, one-and-a-half bath Colonial style home. Pick up coffee and a bagel from nearby Rose Foods to enjoy on a spacious back deck. Greet neighbors out and about in the small and friendly neighborhood, and spend your morning admiring the beautiful spring and summer gardens on the unusually large city lot. Every surface and several systems in this 1929 home have been thoughtfully updated over the last two years, modernizing the space while retaining original character. An open first floor living plan makes entertaining easy, while four upstairs bedrooms provide a comfortable option for all. Easy access to I-295 and Portland's food and beverage scene make this an excellent home for those looking for a fulfilling Portland experience.
MREIS #1361540
Nov 21, 2018
Sold
$372,000
$238/sq ft
Oct 2, 2018
Price Changed
$389,000
$249/sq ft
Aug 20, 2018
Price Changed
$395,000
$253/sq ft
Aug 6, 2018
Price Changed
$405,000
$260/sq ft
Jul 19, 2018
Listed
$419,000
$269/sq ft
+26
LOCATION! LOCATION! One block from Portland's Back Cove walking and biking paths make this desirable for the active homeowner. Proximity to restaurants and grocers like Whole Foods is urban living at its best. Beautiful 4 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Colonial with efficient natural gas heat. Offers wonderful character and natural light throughout, gorgeous hardwood floors. Four season front porch leads to quaint entryway intoto spacious living room open to formal dining room highlighting beautiful woodwork and trim. Private backyard deck with seating area overlooking a wonderful back and side yard great for the gardening enthusiasts. Detached one car garage and full basement offer great storage.
MREIS #715780
Aug 3, 2004
Listed
$299,900
$192/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$7,555 (+4.2%)
$141,800 + $361,500
$503,300
2023
$7,253 (+5.9%)
$141,800 + $361,500
$503,300
2022
$6,850 (+4.8%)
$141,800 + $361,500
$503,300
2021
$6,538 (+20.0%)
$141,800 + $361,500
$503,300
2020
$5,448
$90,200 + $143,500
$233,700
2019
$5,448 (+3.7%)
$90,200 + $143,500
$233,700
2018
$5,254 (+3.8%)
$90,200 + $143,500
$233,700
2017
$5,060 (+2.6%)
$90,200 + $143,500
$233,700
2016
$4,933 (+2.3%)
$90,200 + $143,500
$233,700
2015
$4,821 (+3.1%)
$90,200 + $143,500
$233,700
2014
$4,674
$90,200 + $143,500
$233,700
Tax history for 6 Grasmere Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$7,555 (+4.2%)
$141,800 + $361,500
$503,300
2023
$7,253 (+5.9%)
$141,800 + $361,500
$503,300
2022
$6,850 (+4.8%)
$141,800 + $361,500
$503,300
2021
$6,538 (+20.0%)
$141,800 + $361,500
$503,300
2020
$5,448
$90,200 + $143,500
$233,700
2019
$5,448 (+3.7%)
$90,200 + $143,500
$233,700
2018
$5,254 (+3.8%)
$90,200 + $143,500
$233,700
2017
$5,060 (+2.6%)
$90,200 + $143,500
$233,700
2016
$4,933 (+2.3%)
$90,200 + $143,500
$233,700
2015
$4,821 (+3.1%)
$90,200 + $143,500
$233,700
2014
$4,674
$90,200 + $143,500
$233,700
*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
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,560
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
118232
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
R5
Residential
To provide appropriate areas of the city for medium-density residential development characterized by singlefamily, two-family and low-intensity multifamily dwellings on individual lots; to ensure the stability of established medium-density neighborhoods by controlling residential conversions; and to provide for planned residential unit development on substantially-sized parcels.
Jul 19, 2023 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
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
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, Detached, Off Street