Stately, rare, Queen Ann style Victorian property offered for sale with expansive 1/3 acre lot in superb neighbrhood. Former home of the Loveitt and Woodbury famlies. Beautifully proportioned rooms hallmark the lower level with formal DR and LR with fireplace. A large eat-in kitchen with Viking gas range and Butler's Pantry with slate sink. Central staircase to the second floor with 3 bedrooms and full bath with claw foot tub. One bedroom currently used as art studio. Period features including beautiful stained glass window overlooking the elegant front porch. To the rear is an enclosed porch. The basement has a concrete floor, ample storage, shelving + exterior access. Spacious open landscaped yard with partially fenced in area. Super efficient newer natural gas wall mounted boiler. Recent exterior paint. Super location within easy reach of Willard Beach, Willard Square + notable neighborhood restaurants, cafes, bakeries, theatre. Convenient to state parks in C/E & the Old Port.
Single-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$471Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Deborah Meek• Keller Williams Realty
Contact: 207-553-2662
Bought with Edith Fontai Maureen Zemrak• Locations Real Estate Group LLC
Sweet home within easy walking distance of Willard Beach & Scratch Bakery! Wood floors t/o, f/p, chef gas stove in ktchn, & butler's pantry. 3 b/rs & full bath; new roof in 06. Oversize lot - front porch and stained glass. Huge bsmnt - poss, dark room.
MREIS #920911
Jan 28, 2009
Listed
$259,000
$196/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,062 (+9.1%)
$284,600 + $306,000
$590,600
2024
$7,392 (+20.2%)
$254,000 + $306,000
$560,000
2023
$6,152 (+5.7%)
$175,200 + $259,900
$435,100
2022
$5,819 (+5.8%)
$140,000 + $234,000
$374,000
2021
$5,498 (+12.0%)
$140,000 + $234,000
$374,000
2020
$4,910 (+3.4%)
$111,600 + $137,000
$248,600
2019
$4,748 (+0.8%)
$111,600 + $137,000
$248,600
2018
$4,712 (+2.8%)
$111,600 + $143,100
$254,700
2017
$4,585 (+8.1%)
$111,600 + $143,100
$254,700
2016
$4,241 (+1.7%)
$96,500 + $143,100
$239,600
2015
$4,169 (+1.8%)
$96,500 + $143,100
$239,600
2014
$4,097
$96,500 + $143,100
$239,600
Tax history for 544 Cottage Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,062 (+9.1%)
$284,600 + $306,000
$590,600
2024
$7,392 (+20.2%)
$254,000 + $306,000
$560,000
2023
$6,152 (+5.7%)
$175,200 + $259,900
$435,100
2022
$5,819 (+5.8%)
$140,000 + $234,000
$374,000
2021
$5,498 (+12.0%)
$140,000 + $234,000
$374,000
2020
$4,910 (+3.4%)
$111,600 + $137,000
$248,600
2019
$4,748 (+0.8%)
$111,600 + $137,000
$248,600
2018
$4,712 (+2.8%)
$111,600 + $143,100
$254,700
2017
$4,585 (+8.1%)
$111,600 + $143,100
$254,700
2016
$4,241 (+1.7%)
$96,500 + $143,100
$239,600
2015
$4,169 (+1.8%)
$96,500 + $143,100
$239,600
2014
$4,097
$96,500 + $143,100
$239,600
*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
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.34 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,324
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
234959
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
A
Residential District
To provide residential areas within the City of South Portland of medium density in a manner which will promote a wholesome living environment. To this end residential development shall not exceed 4 du per net residential acre and 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
Parking Features: 1 - 4 Spaces, Paved, On Site, Off Street
Other Equipment: Internet Access Available, Cable, Air Radon Mitigation System
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Clapboard, Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Roof: Shingle
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,324
Building Area Source: Public Records
Exterior Features
Patio & Porch Features: Glass Enclosed, Porch
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Year Built: 1880
Above-Grade Finished Area (Sq. Ft.): 1,324
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): $14,810.40
Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Well Landscaped, Open, Level, Sidewalks, Near Public Beach, Near Shopping, Near Turnpike/Interstate, Neighborhood, Near Public Transit
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Res Dist A
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: Meeting House Hill
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,712
Tax Year: 2018
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Hot Water, Baseboard
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Water Heater: Gas, Off Heating System
Location
HOA Information
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 544 Cottage Road, South Portland, ME 04106
Directions: Cottage Road east. #544 sits back from the road and is opposite Rosement Bakery. The property is accessed from their driveway which is to the left of the church, immediately after turning onto Woodbury St.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,324
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Cumberland County
APN: 234959
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
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Schools
Dora L Small Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
South Portland Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi
South Portland High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
6/10
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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 86° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
67% 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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Estimated sale price
$593,000 – $718,000
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