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Historic character, exceptional craftsmanship, and modern energy efficiency come together in this beautifully restored Second Empire home in South Portland's desirable Meetinghouse Hill neighborhood. Thoughtfully renovated by SoPo Cottage in 2024-25, this amazing residence offers over 2,327 square feet of elegant, comfortable living space where every detail has been carefully considered. Inside, period charm blends seamlessly with modern living. The sun-filled interior features a stunning custom kitchen, beautifully renovated bathrooms, a welcoming living room with a gas fireplace and custom built-ins throughout. Flexible living spaces include a sunroom, home office, and finished lower level - providing room to work, relax and entertain. Beyond its beauty, the home has been transformed with a focus on performance and sustainability. Extensive insulation and air sealing improvements, energy-efficient windows, and high-efficiency heat pumps create year-round comfort while helping to reduce energy bills. The renovation included all new electrical and plumbing for peace of mind and true turnkey living. The outdoor spaces are equally impressive. Professionally designed landscaping creates a private backyard oasis complete with a spacious patio and custom fire pit - perfect for gathering with friends, enjoying summer evenings, or relaxing under the stars. The generous yard offers room for gardening, recreation and entertaining. A highly walkable community, it's close to local restaurants, ice cream, the library, beaches and Mill Creek park. The nearby Greenbelt Walkway has 16 miles of trails, starting at Bug Light Park. 9 Haven Road offers the rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully restored historic home that combines timeless architecture, modern efficiency, and exceptional outdoor living in one of South Portland's most sought-after neighborhoods. Open House 9/10 4:30-6:00 and 9/13 11-1pm.
Single-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
6,098 sq ftLot Size
$419Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Laurel LaBauve• Cottage & Co Real Estate
Meetinghouse Hill, located between Mill Creek and Willard Beach, is a historic and residential South Portland neighborhood with hillside streets and harbor views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Meetinghouse Hill Park overlook, where benches, paths, and the salt-air panorama set a calm, walk-and-pause rhythm. Early-20th-century cottages and classic New England colonials line compact blocks, with stone walls and mature trees shaping the streetscape. A short ride away, the community’s cultural pillars include the South Portland Historical Society, the Lyric Music Theater, and Bug Light Park’s waterfront promenade. Daily life leans toward shoreline walks, small-venue performances, and coffee stops tied to the nearby village-style commercial streets.
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Market insights
9 Haven Rd · $975,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 25 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.1%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$975,000
Median sale price in this area is $623,278. (36% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Bathtub and shower
Walk-in closets
Primary bedroom with private bath
Double-pane and low-emissivity windows
Finished areas in basement
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on second level
Bedroom 2 on second level
Bedroom 3 on second level
Total of 9 rooms
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Kitchen
Electric range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Disposal
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Laundry located on upper level
Flooring
Wood flooring
Vinyl flooring
Marble flooring
Heating & cooling
Heat pump
Steam heating
Cooling via heat pump
Exterior features
Patio
Shed(s)
Near public beach and shopping
Neighborhood setting
Home design
Single family residence
Built in 1880
Parking
Paved parking with 1–4 spaces
Construction
Wood frame construction with wood siding
Composition roof
Insulated foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Circuit breaker electrical
Heat pump water heater
Other
Green energy features including 16+ SEER AC, insulated foundation, LED light fixtures, ENERGY STAR qualified appliances, and water-saving fixtures (low-flow commode and low-flow fixtures)
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
This is a rare opportunity to own a historic home with all the grandeur of a bygone era. This 1880 Second Empire home is SoPo Cottage's latest project and can't be missed. The tall ceilings, large kitchen and amazing staircase are just a few of the gracious features of this home. And while the home exudes antique charm, everything has been updated for today's lifestyle. The exterior has all new siding and historic trim has been newly painted - as well as a brand new roof and windows. The interior has a beautiful new kitchen, two new full baths and a new half bath. A new gas fireplace adds a focal point to the living room. There are built-ins galore including a china hutch, bookshelves, mud bench and more. And the focus on energy efficiency includes new insulation in walls, basement and attic. Brand new heat pumps provide heating/cooling and there is a heat pump hot water heater. The large backyard awaits your imagination. All of this is in the wonderful Meetinghouse Hill neighborhood which is walkable to shopping, restaurants and more. It's a gem! Open House Thursday 3/27 4:30-6 pm, Sunday 3/30 11-1
MREIS #1588672
Jun 10, 2024
Sold
$380,000
$163/sq ft
May 20, 2024
Price Changed
$425,000
$183/sq ft
May 7, 2024
Listed
$459,900
$198/sq ft
+50
First time on the market in over 60 years. You will love the opportunity to build some sweat equity in this charming Meeting House Hill 4 bedroom home. Very friendly neighborhood that is an easy bike ride to Portland Head Light and Willard Beach. Close to Red's, Scratch bakery, Cookie Jar, lots of restaurants and Portland Players. For a video walk-thru go to YouTube and enter the property address.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$6,143 (+16.5%)
$215,800 + $249,600
$465,400
2023
$5,273 (+4.7%)
$141,900 + $231,000
$372,900
2022
$5,034 (+5.9%)
$113,500 + $210,000
$323,500
2021
$4,755 (+11.8%)
$113,500 + $210,000
$323,500
2020
$4,252 (+3.4%)
$90,400 + $124,900
$215,300
2019
$4,112 (+0.6%)
$90,400 + $124,900
$215,300
2018
$4,087 (+2.8%)
$90,400 + $130,500
$220,900
2017
$3,976 (+7.6%)
$90,400 + $130,500
$220,900
2016
$3,696 (+1.7%)
$78,300 + $130,500
$208,800
2015
$3,633 (+1.8%)
$78,300 + $130,500
$208,800
2014
$3,570 (+2.4%)
$78,300 + $130,500
$208,800
2013
$3,487
$78,300 + $130,500
$208,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,704
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,704
Year built
1880
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cumberland County
APN
235278
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
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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
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, 19 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
64% 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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Historical weather
South Portland, ME • 04106
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Redfin Estimate for 9 Haven Rd
$976,302
$1,302 over list price of $975K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $707K to $1.1M.