Enjoying a quiet corner position in the heart of Portland's coveted Historic Western Promenade neighborhood, the Charles F. Flagg residence, c. 1913, is a rare beauty and among the precious few private residences designed by noted architect George Burnham. This exceptional residence presents elegant Colonial Revival architectural personalities, 5,184 sf+/-. of distinctive living space, 16 rooms including 7-8 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths and sited on 0.29 ac. +/-. One is welcomed through an expansive foyer and entry hall, immediately drawn to the inviting library. Flanking the entry hallway, is the floor-through living room with fireplace and adjoining year-round sunroom. Opposite, the uniquely square and distinctive dining room with fireplace leads to the original butler's pantry and modern and spacious eat-in kitchen. Coffered ceilings, fireplaces, large windows, hardwood floors, custom cabinetry and woodworking accents throughout sign this special architectural gem. The second level presents 5-6 bedrooms, including the ensuite Primary bedroom, two bathes, laundry, closets and storage. The third level offers an additional three bedrooms and one bath. Mature plantings within the surrounding garden and corner position, includes an attached two-car garage. Architecturally intact and inviting, beautiful 70 Carroll references the elegance of early 20th century Portland. The coveted Western Promenade neighborhood is a repository of signature architecture, walkable to Maine Medical Center, and convenient access to cultural, business & transportation amenities, with Portland a convenient 100 miles from Boston.
Single-familyProperty Type
1913Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$479Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by William Davisson• Town & Shore Real Estate
Contact: 207-773-0262
Bought with Thomas {Tom} Landry• Benchmark Real Estate
*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
8
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
5,184
Year built
1913
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
115797
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
R4
Residential
To preserve the unique character of the Western Promenade area of the city by controlling residential conversions and by allowing the continued mix of single-family, two-family, and low-rise multi-family dwellings and other compatible development at medium densities.
May 18, 2026 • Final
Residential alterations (1 and 2 family)
Remodel
Sep 2, 2025 • Final
Residential alterations (1 and 2 family)
Remodel
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: 2
Parking Features: Basement, 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved
Vehicle Storage: 2 Car, Attached, Basement
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 3
Room 1 Information
Type: Library
Level: First
Features: Built-Ins
Room 2 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Second
Features: Closet, Full Bath, Suite, Wood-Burning Fireplace