This meticulously maintained Colonial in sought after Sylvan Sites neighborhood is off the beaten path yet close to everything. This home retains classic period details throughout such as glass doorknobs, crown molding, hardwood floors and many built-ins. There is a formal dining room, front-to-back living room with fireplace and French door from living room leading to a 4-season sunroom and/or office. A sunny breakfast nook makes an excellent spot for enjoying the view of your own backyard oasis. The basement level includes a front-to-back family room with fireplace and potential for propane insert in existing hearth plus a roomy full bath. There is a spacious deck off the sunroom/office that leads to the back yard with lots of privacy from shrubs and trees that define the perimeter. This makes a great place to enjoy time alone or with family and friends. An ample sized garden shed in the back yard provides lots of room for gardening and outdoor equipment. The front yard is well landscaped with mature shrubs, trees and stately granite steps leading to the front door. A walkup attic provides easy access for added storage to boot! This is a great neighborhood just steps from Hinckley Park, close to shopping, beaches and everything!
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
7,840 sq ftLot Size
$346Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Mary Walker• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Helen Smith• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Randy Ferrell• Portside Real Estate Group
*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
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,246
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
236899
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
AA
Residential District
To provide residential areas within the City of South Portland of low to medium density in a manner which will promote a wholesome living environment. To this end residential development shall not exceed 2 du per net residential acre. Development may preferably occur in accordance with the provisions of Sec. 1501 et seq. of this Chapter.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly/ meeting place
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational/school
Fire house
Library
Police station
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Attached Garage: Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Paved, Inside Entrance
Vehicle Storage: 1 Car, Attached, Direct Entry to Living
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 2 Information
Type: Family Room
Level: Basement
Features: Wood-Burning Fireplace
Room 3 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Features: Built-Ins, Formal
Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Features: Closet
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Features: Closet
Room 6 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Features: Breakfast Nook, Eat-In Kitchen
Room 7 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Features: Built-Ins, Formal
Room 8 Information
Type: Sunroom
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement Entry: Bulkhead, Finished, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 8
Interior Features: Attic, Bathtub, Shower
Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Tile, Carpet
Other Equipment: Cable
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,865
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Deck
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1941
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,392
Below-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 473
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $7,840.80
Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Level, Sidewalks, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Subdivided
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: AA
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,710
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Steam
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Off Heating System
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 20 Sylvan Road, South Portland, ME 04106
Directions: Rt. 77 (Ocean St. ) toward Cape Elizabeth. Right on Sawyer St. , right on Adelbert St. , left onto Sylvan Rd. to #20 on left.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,246
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 236899
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Frank I Brown Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
South Portland Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
South Portland High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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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 86° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
71% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$613,000 – $742,000
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