Classic 1930s Gambrel brimming with charm, character, and opportunity in a convenient Portland location! This property is being offered for the first time since 1988. This inviting two-story home offers approximately1,384 square feet of living space with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms on a manageable 0.13-acre lot. Hardwood, tile, and vinyl flooring complement the functional layout, creating comfortable spaces for everyday living while preserving the timeless appeal of this classic home. The very private, fully fenced backyard is a true retreat, offering the perfect space for pets, gardening, outdoor entertaining, or simply relaxing in your own secluded oasis. Conveniently located just minutes from Portland's shopping, restaurants, parks, trails, schools, and major commuter routes, you'll enjoy easy access to everything the city has to offer. While some updating will allow you to add your own style and finishes, this home offers solid bones, lasting character, and tremendous potential to build equity. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, looking to downsize, or searching for your next investment opportunity, 705 Riverside Street is ready for your vision. Bring your ideas and make this charming Gambrel your own!
Riverton, located between Forest Avenue and the Presumpscot River, is a residential and riverside Portland neighborhood with a village-style main street and a network of wooded trails. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Riverton Trolley Park area along Forest Avenue, where corner markets, takeout counters, and everyday services create a steady street rhythm. Longfellow’s Greenhouses anchors local plant culture, while Riverton Community Center and the adjacent Riverton Trolley Park serve as civic touchstones. Housing leans toward early-to-mid-century capes and colonials with deep yards and mature trees. River edges and nearby preserves shape a routine of walks, runs, and seasonal birdwatching. The pace stays practical and grounded, with downtown reached via Forest Avenue corridors.
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Offer insights
705 Riverside St · $425,000
$430K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $430K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
59 days
The average home goes pending in 35 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.8%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Bathtub and shower
Unfurnished
7 total rooms
Basement with bulkhead, interior entry, sump pump; unfinished
Bedrooms
Two upstairs bedrooms with vaulted ceilings
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Gas range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Laundry located on the main level
Flooring
Tile
Vinyl
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Direct vent heater
Circuit breakers (electric service)
Water heater off heating system
Exterior features
Deck
Glassed-in porch (sunroom)
Fenced yard
Animal containment system
Shed(s)
Near golf course, shopping, turnpike/interstate, town; near railroad
Level lot with sidewalks
Home design
Single family residence
Built in 1930
Parking
Paved parking with 5–10 spaces
Construction
Wood frame with vinyl siding
Block foundation
Metal roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Utilities currently on
HOA & community
No pet restrictions
Electricity and solar
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To provide for moderate-density residential development in off-peninsula locations that can provide a unique residential living experience with a high degree of natural site amenities; and to provide areas of the city in the general proximity of the peninsula that have the capability for adequate municipal services, including traffic corridors with adequate traffic capacity, that can appropriately accommodate a more intensive use of land than other lower-density zoned land and be compatible with surrounding neighborhoods; and to increase affordable housing opportunities in off-peninsula locations by providing a moderate-density zone.
Permitted uses
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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 89° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
56% 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
Portland, ME • 04103
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 705 Riverside St
$422,078
$2,922 under list price of $425K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $394K to $536K.